Tameka Smith
Oxon Hill,MD
Summary
Experienced Courthouse Security Officer /Supervisor with seven years of providing services that are fair, impartial, and effective while incorporating the highest standards of personal conduct and performance. Excellent research and problem solving skills; maintains strict confidentiality on sensitive information. Confident Security Officer/ Supervisor with experience in reputation for being professional , proficient, productive and having strong work ethic. Quick and agile individual with strong critical thinking capabilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Courthouse Security Officer III Supervisor
Office of the Sheriff
07.2022 - Current
- Provides security for the interior and exterior of the Prince George's County Courthouse,Family Justice Center and the Judiciary Administration Buildings
- Operate and monitor equipment, including walk -through and hand- held metal detectors
- Directs and controls the flow of visitor's and employees to security checkpoints
- Instructs visitor's to place handbags,briefcases and packages to be scanned by x-ray machines
- Maintain logs and records of irregularities, incidents, emergencies, alarms,and contraband
- Maintains operational proficiency on all equipment, alarm panels, computer terminals, and apparatus utilized by Building Security
- Create ID badges for new hire employees,contractors, and attorneys
- Schedule all shifts for security staff within my squad
- Maintain morning attendance reports and visitor weapons stats
- Conduct background checks with NCIC/ Meters for contractors to work within the courthouse
- Responsible for the securing and logging of lost and found items within the Courthouse
- 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.
- Values each team member equally
- Responsible for ensuring Building Security squads has In Service Training completed when assignment is due
- Responsible for Building Security squads to make sure building checks are performed after hours and weekends.
- Conduct evaluations on employees each month
- Coordinate a security team of ten or more officer's during business hours at the Courthouse
- Schedule payroll on a bi-weekly basis
- Proficient in all x-ray equipment to hand held metal detection wands
- Monitor CCTV access control systems
- Perform pool car inspections
- Perform alarm checks for the Courthouse, Family Justice Center and Judiciary Administration Buildings
- Trained new Security Officers in courthouse policies, ensuring consistent knowledge of building security duties across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Courthouse Security III Acting Supervisor
Office of the Sheriff
07.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Values each team member equally
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Provides security for the interior and exterior of the Prince George's County Courthouse,Family Justice Center and the Judiciary Administration Buildings
- Operate and monitor equipment, including walk -through and hand- held metal detectors
- Directs and controls the flow of visitor's and employees to security checkpoints
- Instructs visitor's to place handbags,briefcases and packages to be scanned by x-ray machines
- Maintain logs and records of irregularities, incidents, emergencies, alarms,and contraband
- Maintains operational proficiency on all equipment, alarm panels, computer terminals, and apparatus utilized by Building Security
- Create ID badges for new hire employees,contractors, and attorneys.
- Schedule all shifts for security staff during regular duty and after hours.
- Maintain morning reports and visitor weapons stats
- Responsible for the securing and logging of lost and found items within the Courthouse
- Responsible for ensuring Building Security squads has In Service Training completed when assignment is due
- Responsible for Building Security squads to make sure building checks are performed after hours and weekends.
- Coordinate a security team of twenty or more officer's during business hours at the Courthouse
- Assist lead supervisor with scheduling and payroll on a bi-weekly basis
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Proficient in all x-ray equipment to hand held metal detection wands
- Monitor CCTV access control systems
- Perform pool car inspections
- Perform alarm checks for the Courthouse, Family Justice Center and Judiciary Administration Buildings
- Trained new Security Officers in courthouse policies, ensuring consistent knowledge of building security duties across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
Building Security Officer
Office of the Sheriff
03.2018 - Current
- Enhanced building security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring CCTV systems.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on the Office of the Sheriff best practices and emerging threats within the field of building security.
- Trained new security officers on company policies and procedures, ensuring consistent enforcement across the team.
- Served as a key point of contact in emergency situations, liaising with first responders and providing critical information that aided in the resolution of incidents.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Provides security for the interior and exterior of the Prince George's County Courthouse,Family Justice Center and the Judiciary Administration Buildings
- Operate and monitor equipment, including walk -through and hand- held metal detectors
- Directs and controls the flow of visitor's and employees to security checkpoints
- Instructs visitor's to place handbags,briefcases and packages to be scanned by x-ray machines
- Maintain logs and records of irregularities, incidents, emergencies, alarms,and contraband
- Maintains operational proficiency on all equipment, alarm panels, computer terminals, and apparatus utilized by Building Security
- Create ID badges for new hire employees,contractors, and attorneys.
- Schedule all shifts for security staff during regular duty and after hours.
- Maintain morning reports and visitor weapons stats
- Responsible for the securing and logging of lost and found items within the Courthouse
- Responsible for ensuring Building Security squads has In Service Training completed when assignment is due
- Responsible for Building Security squads to make sure building checks are performed after hours and weekends.
- Coordinate a security team of twenty or more officer's during business hours at the Courthouse
- Assist lead supervisor with scheduling and payroll on a bi-weekly basis
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Proficient in all x-ray equipment to hand held metal detection wands
- Monitor CCTV access control systems
- Perform pool car inspections
- Perform alarm checks for the Courthouse, Family Justice Center and Judiciary Administration Buildings
- Trained new Security Officers in courthouse policies, ensuring consistent knowledge of building security duties across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
Special Police Officer
Business Resource Security Services/St. Elizabeth
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Provide security services for assigned sites; observed/reported activities and incidents
- Maintained order and enforced site rules and regulations
- Respond to all incidents and emergencies
- Monitor CCTV Access Control Systems and X-Ray machines
- Verified employees and visitor's identification
- Maintained security logs and incident reports as required
- Trained/Supervise new officers to ensure they obtained the knowledge of St. Elizabeth Hospital
- Increased productivity by supervising daily activities and performance of five or more personnel.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with Special Police Officers, to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Supervise patients with mental health issues on a daily basis within general population during their normal activities
Education
High School Diploma -
Anacostia High School
Washington, DC06.2001
Skills
- Over 20 years' experience as a Special Police Officer/Security Officer
- Natural Leader
- Skilled in conflict resolutions
- Detail-Oriented
- Certified Field Training Officer
- Background investigations/NCIC/Meters
- Team motivation and development
- Staffing and Scheduling
- Operational Effectiveness
- Certified in CPR First Aid/Aed
- Trained in OCAT (pepper spray)/ Handcuff certified
- Oral Interviews
- DCJS Unarmed
- In-Depth knowledge of handling all types of emergency situations
- Office Supervision
- Team Player
- Crisis Situations
- Superior Customer Service
- Security Officer Supervision
- Responding to Security Breaches
- Effective Working Relationships
- Payroll Management
Timeline
Courthouse Security Officer III Supervisor
Office of the Sheriff
07.2022 - Current
Courthouse Security III Acting Supervisor
Office of the Sheriff
07.2022 - Current
Building Security Officer
Office of the Sheriff
03.2018 - Current
Special Police Officer
Business Resource Security Services/St. Elizabeth
04.2014 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Anacostia High School
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