Victor Avelar
West Harrison,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated and vigilant security guard with five years of experience in protecting people and property. Skilled in monitoring and controlling access points, conducting patrols and responding to incidents in a timely and effective manner. Proven ability to maintain a safe and secure environment while providing exceptional customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Blue Chip Pros Security
09.2023 - Current
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals off company grounds.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Developed strong relationships with local community members to foster trust between the organization's security team and its neighbors.
Private Investigator
Prodigy Investigations
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
- Furthered criminal investigations by taking active interest on behalf of loved ones, businesses and other interested parties to uncover truth of unlawful activities.
- Set up both auditory and visual monitoring and recording devices.
- Secured valuable assets for clients during repossession assignments, using tactful negotiation skills and diplomatic approaches to minimize confrontations.
- Improved security measures at client sites by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and recommending appropriate countermeasures based on individual needs.
- Investigated individuals claiming disability to identify and document fraud.
- Supported civil cases by collecting exhaustive notes and offering sworn testimony in depositions and open court.
- Conducted covert operations to gather intelligence on subjects while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism throughout the investigation process.
- Mitigated risks for clients by promptly identifying potential threats or fraudulent activities during investigations.
- Collected documentation such as witness statements, video recordings and photographs to support case findings.
- Surveilled individuals covertly to investigate issues such as fraud and infidelity.
- Staked out locations to locate individuals and gather evidence of unlawful activities.
- Exceeded client expectations by delivering comprehensive reports detailing case findings and recommendations in a timely manner.
- Stayed in open communication with supervisors to maintain operational safety and submit timely reports.
- Established trust with clients through consistent communication, keeping them informed of progress updates throughout the course of each investigation.
Security Site Supervisor
AGB Investigative Services, Inc
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
- Wrote and submitted daily reports on security team operations.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Oversaw investigation into reported incidents, ensuring timely identification of cause and appropriate disciplinary action if needed.
- Cultivated relationships with neighboring businesses to foster cooperation in maintaining overall area safety.
- Resolved conflicts among employees or visitors professionally, promoting a safe and harmonious environment.
- Managed and trained a team of security personnel for optimal performance in maintaining site safety.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, providing accurate records for management review.
- Provided guidance to security staff on appropriate courses of action for diverse situations.
- Enhanced site security by implementing surveillance systems and conducting regular patrols.
- Reduced incidents of trespassing by maintaining a strong security presence and enforcing access control measures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices.
- Streamlined reporting procedures, resulting in improved communication between security staff and management.
- Managed team schedules to provide effective security coverage for building needs.
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
Security Officer/Front Desk Administrator
Securitas Security Service
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
- Coordinated with other departments to enhance cross-functional collaboration for improved overall security strategy implementation.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Improved response time to incidents by maintaining clear communication channels with team members.
Security Officer
Strike Force Protective Services
02.2018 - 03.2018
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and by foot.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- 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.
- Coordinated with other departments to enhance cross-functional collaboration for improved overall security strategy implementation.
- Developed strong relationships with local community members to foster trust between the organization's security team and its neighbors.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Provided excellent customer service to clients while maintaining vigilance in addressing security concerns or issues that arose onsite.
Security Officer
Professional Security Consultants
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY12.2021
High School Diploma -
Port Chester High School
Port Chester, NY06.2017
Skills
- Communication skills
- Administrative experience
- Organizational skills
- Computer Operation
- Superior Customer Service
- Security Guard License
- Report Writing
- Theft Prevention Training
- Foot and Vehicle Patrol
- Checkpoint Management
- Security Screening
- Investigative Skills
- Attentive and Observant
Certification
- NYS Security Guard License - Exp: 07/06/2024
- CPR-certified
Apprenticeship
Westchester County Police Department Intern
May 2017-June 2017 / Westchester County, NY
- Observed police procedures, techniques, and policies.
- Gained experience in the criminal justice field to assist in handling high pressure situations and deal with complex public relation issues
- Used knowledge gained within the Criminal Justice system to fully understand and relate to activities observed.
- Gained knowledge and experience working hand-in-hand with experienced criminal justice employees in actual field surroundings.
- Researched the criminal justice field by visiting with other agencies.
- Gained practical experience in the criminal justice field.
- Shadowed a prosecutor on court dates for DUI, speeding tickets, juvenile cases, etc.
- Shadowed patrol officers and investigators on numerous ride-a-longs.
- Reviewed civilian complaints; conduct comprehensive interviews and disciplinary hearings; recommend and implement disciplinary action.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Security Officer
Blue Chip Pros Security
09.2023 - Current
Private Investigator
Prodigy Investigations
07.2023 - 09.2023
Security Site Supervisor
AGB Investigative Services, Inc
12.2022 - 06.2023
Security Officer/Front Desk Administrator
Securitas Security Service
01.2020 - 12.2022
Security Officer
Strike Force Protective Services
02.2018 - 03.2018
Security Officer
Professional Security Consultants
09.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Westchester Community College
High School Diploma -
Port Chester High School
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