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William Gary LaSaga

Stephenville,NL

Summary

Skilled security officer offering over 35 years of experience in security. Highly experienced in de-escalating conflicts and controlling behaviors. Background includes monitoring entrances, facility grounds and closed circuit feeds. Experienced in crowd surveillance and management. Skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits, and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

Commissionaires, NL
09.2020 - 03.2023
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Kept a detailed log book of incidents and filed a report if needed.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.

Security Officer

Commissionaires, NL
04.2020 - 09.2020
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Assisted with patient transfers throughout the facility.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.

Campus Enforcement Patrol Officer

Memorial University Of Newfoundland & Labrador
08.2016 - 03.2020
  • Conducted regular campus security patrols and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students and visitors.
  • Utilized radio, telephone and patrol vehicle communications equipment to contact other on-campus personnel and external authorities.
  • Obtained CPR, First Aid certifications in preparation for on-campus emergencies.
  • Assisted with fire, hazardous material and active-shooter on-campus drills.
  • Notified police, fire department and emergency services of on-campus incidents.
  • Participated in ongoing training and professional development programs to maintain updated knowledge of security procedures and technologies.
  • Served as initial contact for campus visitors and provided directions to specific buildings, and events.
  • Monitored security, fire alarms and CCTV equipment from centralized control room.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to students in need.
  • Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Documented safety and security incidents using preset guidelines and methods.
  • Enforced ongoing and special event parking regulations and issued parking tickets to violators.
  • Specific flag raising duties on a regular basis.
  • Management of lost and found for the campus facility.

Security Officer Supervisor

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.
10.2013 - 04.2014
  • Greeted workers, guests and contractors professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises by foot patrol.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Checked and verified proper identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Completed shift handover reports and debriefed next shift upon arrival.
  • Trained security workers on site-specified procedures.
  • Recorded daily security occurrences in site assignment log.
  • Managed security staff rotation for position coverage on breaks.
  • Completed and submitted time sheets to proper personnel.
  • Performed security checks, searches of vehicles when needed as theft prevention and reported findings to client management.

Security Officer

Atlantic Safety Centre
05.2013 - 07.2013
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Checked and verified identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, and by foot.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios and mobile phones.
  • Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Pre-Operation check of company patrol vehicle safety check per shift.

Correctional Officer

Department Of Justice Of Newfoundland & Labrador
02.1980 - 03.2013
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
  • Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
  • Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
  • Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
  • Administered drug tests to inmates and issued medication as prescribed.
  • Assisted in disciplinary court.
  • Applied a variety of types of restraint equipment when needed.

Education

GED -

Department of Education
St. Stephen's High School, NL

Basic Electrical Appliance Repair

Bay St. George Community College
Stephenville Crossing, NL

Electric Power Utilities

Bay St. George Community College
Stephenville, NL

High School Driver Education Program

Bat St. George Community College
Stephenville, NL

Skills

  • Commissionaires Security Officer Course - May 11, 2020
  • Canadian Police Knowledge Network Courses:
  • 1 Introduction to Cannabis Legislation - November, 2018 2 Naloxone Nasal Spray Administration - September, 2017
  • Report Writing
  • Mental Health First Aid and Respect in the Workplace
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Stress Management Training Course
  • Use of Force and Restraint Equipment
  • Pepper Spray Training Course
  • Suicide Strangulation Cut-Down
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills
  • Sexual Assault First Responder
  • Emergency First Aid/CPR C/AED
  • Standpipe / Fire Extinguisher Training
  • Breathing Apparatus Training

References

MR. LARRY PEYTON (NATIONALACCOUNT MANAGER)
Xpera - Risk Mitigation & Investigation 

Dartmouth, NS
902-209-3285


MR. ADEN WHITE (RETIRED CORRECTIONAL OFFICER)

St. George's, NL 

709-647-1383 (H)

709-649-4845 (C)

Timeline

Security Officer

Commissionaires, NL
09.2020 - 03.2023

Security Officer

Commissionaires, NL
04.2020 - 09.2020

Campus Enforcement Patrol Officer

Memorial University Of Newfoundland & Labrador
08.2016 - 03.2020

Security Officer Supervisor

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.
10.2013 - 04.2014

Security Officer

Atlantic Safety Centre
05.2013 - 07.2013

Correctional Officer

Department Of Justice Of Newfoundland & Labrador
02.1980 - 03.2013

GED -

Department of Education

Basic Electrical Appliance Repair

Bay St. George Community College

Electric Power Utilities

Bay St. George Community College

High School Driver Education Program

Bat St. George Community College

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