Tamara Powell
Los Angeles
Summary
As A Qualified Security Officer with experience im very dependable, highly observant, and skilled in maintaining safety and security in fast-paced environments. Experienced in monitoring property, handling incidents professionally, responding to emergencies, and enforcing safety procedures while providing strong communication and customer service skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
GSI Security
Los Angeles
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of staff and visitors.
- Conducted regular patrols to deter potential security breaches or incidents.
- Operated surveillance equipment to monitor activities in designated areas.
- Responded promptly to alarms and emergency situations requiring immediate action.
- Documented incident reports accurately for review by management and law enforcement.
- Collaborated with local authorities during investigations or emergencies as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service while addressing visitor inquiries and concerns.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
Unarmed Security Officer
GSG security
Los Angeles
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of all personnel.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect suspicious activities and potential hazards.
- Responded promptly to alarms and emergencies, following established protocols.
- Guarded entrances and exits against unauthorized entry.
- Greeted visitors upon arrival at the facility and directed them accordingly.
- Maintained logs of all security related incidents and wrote detailed reports for management review.
- Enforced rules and regulations in a professional manner while interacting with guests and employees.
- Operated two-way radios for communication with headquarters personnel when necessary.
- Coordinated with event organizers to ensure security at special events.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and emergency responders during investigations.
- Managed access control systems, verifying identification and signing in visitors.
- Managed lost and found items, ensuring safe return to rightful owners.
Unarmed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Los Angeles
03.2019 - 12.2022
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of all personnel.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect suspicious activities and potential hazards.
- Responded promptly to alarms and emergencies, following established protocols.
- Maintained detailed reports of daily activities and incidents for documentation.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement during security incidents as needed.
- Trained new security officers on procedures and safety measures effectively.
- Guarded entrances and exits against unauthorized entry.
- Maintained logs of all security related incidents and wrote detailed reports for management review.
- Observed individuals on foot or in vehicles entering the facility to determine their purpose of visit.
- Monitored CCTV surveillance system footage for suspicious activities.
- Identified security issues, drafted incident reports and contacted law enforcement when needed.
- Operated two-way radios for communication with headquarters personnel when necessary.
- Inspected equipment such as fire extinguishers, alarm systems, sprinkler systems, cameras, and locks to ensure proper functioning.
- Performed regular patrols of parking lots and garages to identify any potential threats or hazards.
- Detected suspicious behavior and prevented illegal activity.
- Provided customer service assistance in resolving conflicts or disputes.
- Managed access control systems such as key cards, alarms, door locks.
- Apprehended and removed trespassers from facility grounds.
- Operated security vehicles for patrolling large premises efficiently.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and emergency responders during investigations.
- Trained new security personnel on standard operating procedures and emergency protocols.
- Provided first aid and basic life support until medical professionals arrived.
- Managed lost and found items, ensuring safe return to rightful owners.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
Unarmed Security Officer
Nu paradigm
Los Angeles
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of all personnel.
- Maintained detailed reports of daily activities and incidents for documentation.
- Assisted in access control, verifying identification of visitors and staff.
- Trained new security officers on procedures and safety measures effectively.
- Guarded entrances and exits against unauthorized entry.
- Enforced rules and regulations in a professional manner while interacting with guests and employees.
- Detected suspicious behavior and prevented illegal activity.
- Provided customer service assistance in resolving conflicts or disputes.
- Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
- Trained new security personnel on standard operating procedures and emergency protocols.
Education
ABC ADULT SCHOOL
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Monitoring premises
- Surveillance operation
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Access control management
- Customer service
- Security training
- Coordinating with law enforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict de-escalation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Entrance control
- Investigative skills
- Visitor tracking
- Security guard license
- Alarm monitoring
Certification
- Cpr/ First Aid license
- TWIC CARD
Timeline
Security Officer
GSI Security
05.2024 - Current
Unarmed Security Officer
GSG security
02.2022 - 12.2023
Unarmed Security Officer
Nu paradigm
08.2019 - 11.2022
Unarmed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
03.2019 - 12.2022
ABC ADULT SCHOOL