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Andrae Brown

NJ

Summary

Dedicated Security Officer with 6 years of experience. Well-versed in providing personal, equipment and property security in distribution centers, hospitals, universities and transportation facilities. Astute and skilled at identifying potential risks and using common sense in high-stress situations. Observant, alert, attentive and vigilant at all times.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

United Distribution Services
Edison, NJ
08.2019 - Current

($17/hr)

  • Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds
  • Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons
  • Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals to prevent access to restricted areas
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors
  • Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies

Security Officer/ Switchboard Operator

Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation
West Orange, NJ
11.2018 - 08.2019
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences
  • Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds
  • Awarded position of visitation officer, working visitor reception desk as first contact point for persons entering facility
  • Actively participates in the safety programs of the organization by identifying potential risks and promoting patient safety as well as environmental safety
  • Connected callers with appropriate professional, department or business
  • Created and maintained company phone directory with current extensions and staff information
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified entity to respond to callers' needs

Transportation Security Officer

TSA
Newark, NJ
05.2018 - 10.2018
  • Operated X-ray screening machines and tools to check people, containers and personal belongings
  • Operated scanning equipment to view internal structures of luggage, purses and other bags to check for prohibited items
  • Identified potential security concerns and completed additional checks
  • Checked tickets and passports for integrity to prevent fraudulent travel
  • Maintained strong customer service while conducting all screenings
  • Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons
  • Observed behavior of personnel and guests to look for suspicious actions
  • Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals to prevent access to restricted areas
  • Prevented attempted fraud by validating passengers' tickets and assessing photo identification to confirm identity

Public Safety Officer

Fairleigh Dickinson University
Madison, NJ
04.2015 - 05.2018
  • Attended public gatherings to maintain order
  • Patrolled assigned areas on foot or by vehicle
  • Completed detailed reports and required paperwork related to serving citations, investigating criminal activity and force deployments
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters, including directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and carrying people from dangerous areas
  • Established and maintained effective working relationships with city staff leaders, outside organizations and general public to provide optimal service and protection
  • Performed searches of people, vehicles, buildings and large outdoor areas to maintain safety, identify hazards and detect criminal activities
  • Unlocked rooms and suites for authorized contractors
  • Investigated all security and safety violations
  • Monitored alarm systems to detect any unauthorized entries into protected areas

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Newark
06.2009

Skills

  • Dispatch
  • Crisis intervention training
  • Stationary surveillance
  • Superior customer service
  • Safety and security
  • Government security clearance
  • Electronic surveillance (CCTV)
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Security Guard License
  • Emergency response
  • Communication skills
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Surveillance

Timeline

Security Officer

United Distribution Services
08.2019 - Current

Security Officer/ Switchboard Operator

Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation
11.2018 - 08.2019

Transportation Security Officer

TSA
05.2018 - 10.2018

Public Safety Officer

Fairleigh Dickinson University
04.2015 - 05.2018

High School Diploma -

Central High School