Yakiva Watley
Bronx,NY
Summary
Physically fit Security Officer skilled at defending clients and assets. Weapons expert possessing excellent self-control and level head in difficult situations. Manages security risks with ease and uses sound judgment to quickly resolve problematic situations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Picker
Amazon Fulfillment
Staten Island, NY
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes and prepared shipments.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Compared received packages against shipping documents.
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
Security Guard
Summit Security
New York, NY
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Access control.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Patrolled and monitored premises by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Oversaw entry and exit of up to 100 employees and visitors daily.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands and x-ray machinery to protect building, assets and individuals.
YAIP Intern
BronxConnect
The Bronx, NY
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Clerical office work such as, filing paperwork, making photocopies, front desk sign-ins, telephone etiquette, check and petty cash requests, sending faxes and emails.
- Mentoring and supervision of youth (ages 11-17).
- Assisting with parent meetings and keeping parents informed about program updates and event.
- Analyzed problems, identified solutions and made decisions.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets and produced timely reports.
- Restocked office supplies and retrieved files for staff.
- Developed business, financial and analytical skills needed for career.
- Budgeting experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bronx Leadership Academy High School
Bronx, NY06.2015
Skills
- Customer Satisfaction
- Customer Order Fulfillment
- Team Player
- Bag Screenings
- Security Procedures Knowledge
- Superb Surveillance Skills
- Assertiveness
- Attentive and Observant
- Escorting Customers
- Emergency Preparedness
- Effective Leadership
Certification
- Licensed Security Guard - 3 years
Timeline
Warehouse Picker
Amazon Fulfillment
02.2022 - Current
Security Guard
Summit Security
07.2017 - 07.2019
YAIP Intern
BronxConnect
03.2017 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Bronx Leadership Academy High School