SAMUEL KWAKU KPORMEGBE
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Actively monitor surroundings and guards physical, monetary and personnel assets as well as securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Respond and act appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Skilled in writing accurate and time-sensitive reports. Always punctual to relieve others from post with exceptional reliability and responsibility.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Cum Internal Security Supervisor
Ghana Education Service
01.2007 - 09.2022
- Taught English Language, French and Literature in English.
- As the head of the Languages Department, I worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Having had security background from the US, I was the local administrative supervisor in charge of the security personnel of the school, giving in-house training, post orders etc in the school.
Security Officer
Pinkerton/Burns/Securitas Security Services USA
04.2000 - 10.2006
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
Security Officer
The Wackenhut Corp
06.1999 - 04.2000
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Relieved officers for breaks, and filled in for call-offs and 'no-call-no shows'.
Security Officer
The Wackenhut Corp
03.1999 - 06.1999
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.1985 - 12.1998
- Taught English Language, French and Literature In English at junior and high school levels
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Education
Diploma In Printing And Prepress Technology - Graphic And Printing Equipment Operation
12.2003
- President's List Fall Semester 2002
- President's List Spring Semester 2003
- President's List Fall Semester 2003
Diploma In Public Relations And Advertising - Public Relations
07.1996
Bachelor of Arts - French And Linguistics
11.1993
Education
05.1985
Teaching English And French
High School Diploma -
06.1982
General Arts
Skills
- Superior Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Report Writing
- Premises Patrols
- Property Patrol
- Perimeter Patrol
- Drive Vehicles
- Superb Surveillance Skills
- Foot and Vehicle Patrol
- Facility and Grounds Patrol
- Attentive and Observant
- Reading Comprehension
- Equipment Maintenance
- Writing
- Instructing
Languages
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Teacher Cum Internal Security Supervisor - Ghana Education Service
01.2007 - 09.2022
Security Officer - Pinkerton/Burns/Securitas Security Services USA
04.2000 - 10.2006
Security Officer - The Wackenhut Corp
06.1999 - 04.2000
Security Officer - The Wackenhut Corp
03.1999 - 06.1999
Teacher - Ghana Education Service
09.1985 - 12.1998
Hennepin Technical College - Diploma In Printing And Prepress Technology, Graphic And Printing Equipment Operation
Ghana Institute of Journalism - Diploma In Public Relations And Advertising, Public Relations
University of Ghana - Bachelor of Arts, French And Linguistics
Mount Mary Teacher Training College - , Education
Some Secondary School - High School Diploma,
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