Vincent Hohenkirk
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Seasoned security professional with extensive experience in physical security measures and emergency response planning, notably with Commissionaires. Excelled in threat assessment and visitor management, enhancing safety protocols. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities, ensuring a secure environment. Skilled in access control systems and training development, achieving significant improvements in security efficiency and team preparedness.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Personnel
Commissionaires
09.2021 - Current
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
Security Officer
TOERSA Security
05.2017 - 09.2023
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Security Officer/Assistant Event Coordinator
Mercury Lounge
04.2012 - 03.2020
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Responded to emergencies promptly, ensuring the safety of all individuals on site.
- Deescalated potentially volatile situations through effective conflict resolution techniques, protecting property and individuals from harm.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Coordinated with over vendors and event contributors, caterers and transportation services.
Education
Computer Systems Tech
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON05-2006
Skills
- Access control systems
- Emergency response planning
- Physical security measures
- Policy enforcement
- Visitor management protocols
- Security training development
- Threat assessment analysis
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Security Personnel
Commissionaires
09.2021 - Current
Security Officer
TOERSA Security
05.2017 - 09.2023
Security Officer/Assistant Event Coordinator
Mercury Lounge
04.2012 - 03.2020
Computer Systems Tech
Algonquin College
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