Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
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Yakub Shifferaw

Berkeley,CA

Summary

Dynamic security professional with a proven track record at Overton Security, excelling in incident reporting and customer service. Adept at maintaining safety through effective risk assessment and CCTV surveillance, while fostering a welcoming environment. Recognized for resolving conflicts with empathy, enhancing client loyalty and trust.

First Aid and CPR certified, ensuring readiness in emergencies. Thorough understanding of implementing and maintaining security protocols. Known for reliability, flexibility in adapting to dynamic environments, and strong focus on collaborative efforts to achieve results.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

Overton Security
11.2019 - 06.2024
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • 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.
  • Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.

Customer Service Representative/Cashier

Enat Winery
06.2014 - 05.2018
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Merritt College
Oakland, CA
09-2033

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
09-2024

Associate of Arts - Liberal Art

Berkeley Jr. College
Berkeley, CA
09-2021

Green Academy

Berkeley High
Berkeley, CA
09-2010

Skills

  • Report writing
  • Incident reporting
  • Security guard license
  • General security
  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Investigative Skills
  • Crime Prevention Methods
  • CCTV Surveillance
  • Detail-oriented
  • Physical fitness

Accomplishments

  • Reduced shoplifting rates by [Number]% through improved surveillance procedures.
  • Successfully completed two-week security training program.
  • Established and maintained anti-hijack and major theft protocol.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Amharic
Elementary

Timeline

Security Officer

Overton Security
11.2019 - 06.2024

Customer Service Representative/Cashier

Enat Winery
06.2014 - 05.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Merritt College

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Art

Berkeley Jr. College

Green Academy

Berkeley High