TAKIRAH BRANCH
Washington
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong judgment and exceptional time management skills, ready to contribute effectively to the team. Committed to leveraging abilities to fulfill organizational needs while consistently delivering high-quality results. Recognized by peers for a strong work ethic and reliability, ensuring company objectives are met with efficiency and dedication. Eager to bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration in a dynamic work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Police Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Washington, DC
11.2025 - Current
- Enforced regulations and policies to maintain a secure environment for personnel and visitors.
- Conducted regular patrols to deter criminal activity and ensure safety across assigned areas.
- Responded promptly to incidents, providing first aid and coordinating with emergency services as needed.
- Assisted in developing security protocols, enhancing overall operational efficiency and safety measures.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to support investigations and enhance public safety efforts.
- Monitored surveillance systems, identifying potential threats and reporting incidents in real-time.
- Effectively diffused tense situations involving disputes or altercations through verbal communication skills and conflict resolution techniques, promoting a peaceful environment for all involved parties.
- Managed traffic flow during incidents or emergencies, directing drivers safely around affected areas while minimizing congestion.
Security Officer
TriCorps Security
Arlington, VA
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
Front Service Clerk
Safeway
Washington, DC
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided information and received orders.
- Managed an efficient checkout process while providing friendly conversation with customers.
- Greeted customers and discussed type, quality, and quantity of merchandise sought for rental.
- Trained new staff on front end policies and procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service to a variety of guests, ensuring satisfaction and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Processed returns, exchanges and refunds according to company policy.
- Utilized knowledge of store layout to assist customers in locating items quickly and easily.
- Operated point-of-sale systems, including scanning items and collecting payment information.
Teacher’s Assistant
Polite piggies after school/summer camp program
Washington, DC
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate and enhance learning.
- Facilitated interpersonal problem-solving with students to mitigate conflicts.
- Assured that safety rules were observed and guarded against accidental injury.
- Participated in in-service training, staff meetings and other activities to facilitate professional development.
- Helped students develop problem-solving skills.
- Developed positive relationships with students through individual interactions and recognition of accomplishments.
- Complied with policies and procedures relating to student protection, health and safety.
- Supervised small groups of students during independent work time while providing guidance on their academic tasks.
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
US
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Welcome and Greet customers
- Completed transactions on register
- Maintain cleanliness in dining room and front counter
- Prepare food and drinks for customers
- Canceled orders based on customer requests, inventory or delivery problems
- Sorted, labeled and dated merchandise to prevent expirations and product losses
- Assisted new employees during training sessions
- Corrected order and product mistakes by assisting customers with returns and refunds
Team Member
Six flags America
Washington, DC
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Distribute fresh food to provide for guest
- Organized and stocked on sauce, souvenir cups, disposables, and food
- Provided fast and quick service to a massive group of people
- Close and open shop
- Maintained knowledge of company policies and procedures to promote productivity and safety
- Stocked shelves according to planograms and faced merchandise for visibility.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (B.S) - Criminal Justice Candidate Candidate
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2026
Skills
- Cash Register Systems
- Money Handling
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Retail Transactions
- Staff Training
- Security guard license
- Access control
- Defensive tactics
- Vehicle operation
- Crime prevention
- Security management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Police Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
11.2025 - Current
Security Officer
TriCorps Security
08.2023 - 12.2025
Front Service Clerk
Safeway
07.2023 - 06.2025
Teacher’s Assistant
Polite piggies after school/summer camp program
05.2023 - 07.2024
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
10.2021 - 08.2022
Team Member
Six flags America
03.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor Of Science (B.S) - Criminal Justice Candidate Candidate
North Carolina A&T State University