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Thomas Merrill

Hoover,AL

Summary

Dynamic security professional with extensive experience at Children's of Alabama, excelling in incident response and team leadership. Proven track record in policy implementation and employee training, enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for critical thinking and effective conflict resolution, ensuring a safe environment through collaboration and regulatory compliance.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lieutenenat (Shift Supervisor)

Childrens of Alabama
Birmingham,, Alabama
03.2020 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations of Second Shift Safety and Security Department to ensure efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored new officers, improving readiness for field assignments.
  • Implemented posting policies on Lucidoc, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with various departments to enhance organizational safety practices.
  • Created shift schedules each pay period to optimize personnel coverage.
  • Responded to urgent calls, assisting officers in managing domestic violence and psychiatric incidents.
  • Conducted annual evaluations for team members to assess performance and development.
  • Utilized CCTV footage and conducting interviews of subjects in the process of investigations.

Shift Sergeant/Lead Officer

Childrens of Alabama
Birminham,, Alabama
03.2016 - 02.2020
  • Assisted Shift Lieutenant in supervising the shift.
  • Managed shift scheduling in absence of Lieutenant to ensure coverage.
  • Maintained all mandatory certifications to uphold operational standards.
  • Achieved certification as Hazmat Technician in order to be more valuable to my department.

Security Officer

Childrens of Alabama
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2002 - 02.2016
  • Conducted Patrols of the campus
  • Responded swiftly to incidents, providing assistance as needed.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement during emergencies and investigations.
  • Maintained accurate logs of daily activities and incidents reported.
  • Assisted in training new security personnel on protocols and procedures.
  • Enforced facility access control policies for visitors and staff.
  • Provided support during special events, ensuring a secure environment.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
  • Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies and Criminal Justice

UAB
University Blvd

Skills

  • Incident response
  • Security operations
  • Policy implementation
  • CCTV monitoring
  • Employee training
  • Team leadership
  • Performance evaluation
  • Risk assessment
  • Conflict resolution
  • Collaboration skills
  • Time management
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Priority management
  • Maintain a concealed carry permit (Jefferson County Alabama)

Certification

  • Hazmat Technician
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Numerous Homeland Security Certifications
  • BLS/CPR

Timeline

Lieutenenat (Shift Supervisor)

Childrens of Alabama
03.2020 - Current

Shift Sergeant/Lead Officer

Childrens of Alabama
03.2016 - 02.2020

Security Officer

Childrens of Alabama
08.2002 - 02.2016

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies and Criminal Justice

UAB

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