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Tashanda Keys

Accokeek,MD

Summary

Armed Security Professional bringing superior work ethic with 13 years of experience. Skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts 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.



Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Protective Security Officer (PSO)

Triple Canopy
09.2022 - Current
  • Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
  • Maintained confidentiality to protect sensitive information and prevent harmful release of information.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Check vehicles and provide actual notice to visitors upon entry.
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.

Recruiter

Washington Harris Group
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
  • Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Assisted with onboarding and orientation of new hires to expedite acclimatization process.

Recruiter/HR Generalist

LLM Placements
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
  • Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.

Shift Supervisor SPO (ARMED)

Admiral Security Services, Inc.
10.2012 - 06.2018
  • Scheduled staff shifts to secure adequate coverage and productive workflows.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Managed security staff rotation for position coverage on breaks.
  • Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
  • Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
  • Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
  • Operated communication equipment to maintain contact with other security personnel during emergency calls.
  • Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
  • Performed security investigations and reported findings to client management.
  • Completed shift handover reports and debriefed next shift upon arrival.
  • Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.

Cleared Security Officer

Institute For Defense Analyses (IDA)
11.2011 - 10.2012
  • 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.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.

Cleared Security Officer

Pinkerton Government Solutions
01.2006 - 11.2008
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Argosy University
Phoenix, AZ
10.2016

Skills

  • Federal and State Regulation Compliance
  • Emergency Response
  • Employee and Visitor Screening
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • Report Writing
  • Attentive and Observant
  • Safety and Security
  • Critical Thinking
  • Talent Acquisition Strategies
  • Recruitment and Development

Certification

FPS Handgun Qualification

OC Spray Training

Expandable Baton Training

NWDTP 16 Hour Cert.

Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

Timeline

Protective Security Officer (PSO)

Triple Canopy
09.2022 - Current

Recruiter

Washington Harris Group
01.2019 - 08.2022

Recruiter/HR Generalist

LLM Placements
06.2018 - 01.2019

Shift Supervisor SPO (ARMED)

Admiral Security Services, Inc.
10.2012 - 06.2018

Cleared Security Officer

Institute For Defense Analyses (IDA)
11.2011 - 10.2012

Cleared Security Officer

Pinkerton Government Solutions
01.2006 - 11.2008

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Argosy University

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