Susan King
Port Richey
Summary
With a proven track record at Allied Universal Security Services, I excel in emergency response and conflict de-escalation, ensuring safety and compliance. My expertise in surveillance and a high level of integrity have significantly enhanced facility security, embodying professionalism and quick decision-making in high-stress situations. Security professional with solid background in protecting assets and ensuring safety. Proven ability to assess risks, manage security protocols, and respond effectively to incidents. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and adapting to evolving security needs. Reliable and skilled in surveillance, access control, and emergency response.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2022 - Current
- Provided Security at the hospitals protecting staff and making sure the Inmate does not escape.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Provided excellent customer service while escorting visitors around the facility safely,
- Worked in the jail escorting Inmates to new pods and taking them to the medical clinic
Corrections Officer
Pasco Sheriffs Office
09.2010 - 09.2021
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.
- Developed a reputation for professionalism and integrity, serving as a role model for fellow officers in the performance of daily duties and adherence to ethical standards.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
Corrections Officer
CCA
03.2005 - 09.2010
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Promoted a positive environment for rehabilitation with effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Education
No Degree - Corrections
Withlacoche
Inverness, FL03-2006
High School Diploma -
Appleton West High School
Appleton, WI06-1975
Skills
- Report Writing
- Incident Reporting
- Security Guard License
- General security
- Detail Oriented
- Surveillance
- Emergency Response
- Conflict de-escalation
- Threat Management
- Weapons training
- First aid and CPR certified
- High level of integrity
- Premises patrol
- Interior and exterior patrol
Timeline
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2022 - Current
Corrections Officer
Pasco Sheriffs Office
09.2010 - 09.2021
Corrections Officer
CCA
03.2005 - 09.2010
No Degree - Corrections
Withlacoche
High School Diploma -
Appleton West High School
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