Security Access Control

MAURICE D. PUCKETT

**** ********* ***** #***

WALDORF, MD 20603

PHONE 678-***-****

**************@****.***

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Dedicated, results-oriented, ambitious, and dependable professional

possessing the ability to work with a diverse population. Team player with

effective communication skills and a positive attitude. Excels in fast-

paced environments. Proven ability to prioritize, initiate appropriate

action, and carry out tasks in an efficient manner.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS & CREDENTIALS

. Over Ten Years Public Safety & Physical Security Experience

. Bachelor of Science degree in Management - Justice Administration

. Two Years Supervisory Experience

. Virginia DCJS Armed Security Officer License - DCJS ID: 99239118 -

Approval Pending

. Exceptional Communication, Analytical, Decision Making, Time Management &

Organizational Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SECURITY OFFICER

MONTGOMERY COLLEGE

TAKOMA PARK, MARYLAND

AUGUST 2009- APRIL 2010

Provides security and protective services by patrolling assigned areas or

buildings to enforce laws and administrative ordinances, including security

of individual building/stationary locations. Responds to emergencies by

assessing the situation, employing tact diplomacy and individual judgment

in order to remedy and/or maintain control. Observes and reports faulty

and/or unsafe utility equipment, include insuring that fire and other

safety precautions are in working order. Admits authorized personnel to

locked buildings during security hours. Provides Emergency First Aid and/or

CPR to injured persons, or assists in the transportation of ill or injured

persons when necessary. Provides crowd and/or traffic control during

scheduled activities, or during emergency situations as necessary. Deters,

restrains and/or arrests individuals attempting to impose physical harm to

him/herself, others or commit criminal acts. Completes necessary

administrative forms/reports related to incidents and/or arrests, to

include gathering pertinent information from participants and/or witnesses.

Assists in the conduct of investigations, or special projects as requested.

Appears in court when necessary. Maintains regular radio contact with

communications center. Performs Public Safety and Emergency Medical

dispatch duties. Dispatch duties include monitoring the radio to evaluate

the severity of transmissions, monitoring alarm systems and dispatching

units as required. Maintains all required training certifications. Trains

new officers in the field-training program during the officers' initial

probation period. Performs other work-related duties as requested.

ARMED UNIFORMED PROTECTION OFFICER

INTERCON SECURITY SERVICES, INC. - DEPARTMENT OF STATE

WASHINGTON, DC

JANUARY 2009- APRIL 2009

Provided services for Installation Entry Control (IEC), Commercial Vehicle

Inspection (CVI) and Visitor Control Center (VCC) at the State Department

installation. Protected and prevented loss of materials or processes, which

are important for national defense, public health or safety, or their value

as national treasures. Maintained control of personnel and vehicles

entering the installation in accordance with local installation plans,

policies, and post limitations. Performed checks of individual

identification. Performed inspections of vehicles. Directed traffic at

gates. Performed emergency procedures for gate closure. Detained

unauthorized individual(s) attempting to illegally gain access. Prior to

entry, inspected all vehicles to ensure no unauthorized vehicles,

personnel, or materials enter the installation. Inspections conducted in a

safe manner while maintaining control of all personnel and vehicles during

inspection. Performed applicable tasks in associated with installation

access at gates designated specifically for commercial vehicle traffic in

accordance with local procedures. Carried out general and special orders

for post assigned. Communicated via radio, telephone and orally according

to general and special orders. Interacted with public and military

personnel. Followed applicable standard operating procedures and DOS

regulations pertaining to security of weapons, buildings, personnel,

government property and equipment. Qualified and maintains a satisfactory

degree of proficiency with the agency issued firearm and baton.

SECURITY OFFICER, SENIOR

CITY OF ATLANTA - DEPARTMENT OF WATERSHED MANAGEMENT

ATLANTA, GEORGIA

JANUARY 2007 - DECEMBER 2008

Provided security assessment, loss prevention and investigative services.

Enforced municipal laws and departmental policies and procedures for

identifying and protecting information, personnel, property and operations.

Provided protection to persons and property against hazards at all

Watershed facilities. Responsible for access control and contract guard

services. Conducted investigations of theft, employee misconduct and other

security related issues. Interviewed involved parties and gathered/analyzed

relevant data to make appropriate determinations. Composed comprehensive,

detailed investigative summaries. Facilitated security awareness training

for contract guards at various facilities. Acted in supervisor capacity for

contract security officers at various sites. Conducted security surveys and

assessments to identify risks and vulnerabilities and to devise protection

systems in accordance with the federal consent degree. Monitored various

sites via access control, close circuit television, and intrusion detection

systems. Prepared reports outlining vulnerabilities and compromises

detailing recommendations for corrective actions. Utilized such information

to determine enforcement and the need for additional law enforcement

support. Provided advice and assistance on developing policies and

procedures for the agency's physical security liaison activities. Provided

first-line emergency response and emergency management. Performed

additional duties as required.

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER

GRADY HEALTH SYSTEM

ATLANTA, GEORGIA

AUGUST 2005 - NOVEMBER 2006

Provided physical security and maintained safety of patients, visitors, and

staff in accordance with all laws, regulations and codes. Rendered first-

responder services to all emergencies and incidents and conducted routine

site inspections of the entire facility. Executed surveillance of all

suspicious and possibly unsafe actions or conditions and assists staff when

necessary with unruly patients or visitors. Completed accurate, detailed

activity reports, as well as appropriate reports on thefts and unusual

incidents. Provided access control, security, and customer interface at

fixed posts, to include lobby entry points, executive reception areas, and

event-related assignments. Monitored the alarm systems, telephone and radio

networks and magnetometer security systems. Utilized magnetometer and hand

scanner to search persons entering the facility. Provided instructions in

safety practices to hospital staff and directions to patients and visitors

during any internal or external disasters. Reported all irregularities and

incidents to the Command Center. Secured and properly recorded all evidence

or other property coming into officer custody according to policy. Ensured

all matters involving key control, access control, lost & found, and

parking were coordinated properly. Trained new employees as required. Made

apprehensions when necessary, and participated in subsequent court

hearings.

SERGEANT, SHIFT SUPERVISOR

E^DELTACOM, SECURITY FORCES, INC. / WACKENHUT

SUWANEE, GEORGIA

JUNE 2002 - JULY 2005

Provided professional security and administrative support services. Served

as initial point of contact for prospective clients and current customers.

Served as first line supervisor for second shift operations. Obtained

employee and visitor information and photos, issued badges, and collected

and destroyed badges upon separation. Utilized Lobby Works, a comprehensive

computer software solution to streamline and secure the visitor handling

process; Remedy, a customer access monitoring system; Biometrics, a high

tech access control system that reads fingerprints; Retina 2000, a state of

the art retina scan access control system; Cheetah Panel, an integrated

fire and alarm protection system; CCTV video monitoring system and radio

scanners. Assured that all restricted areas were properly secured. Composed

and edited detailed activity reports, computer logs, incident reports and

maintains other database logs. Maintained schedules, composes annual

employee evaluations, and provided new employee training. Interacted with

security directors, corporate officers and internal and external customers

to safeguard facility. Responded to emergencies of all types and conducts

routine site inspections of the entire facility. Assisted with internal

investigations of property damage and theft.

SECURITY OFFICER

DEKALB CRISIS CENTER, INTERNATIONAL SECURITY MANAGEMENT GROUP

DECATUR, GEORGIA

JANUARY 2000 - JANUARY 2002

Provided care, safety, order and discipline for patients and medical staff

in accordance with state standards and procedures. Maintained visitor log

and ensured all visitors accompanied by an escort. Conducted searches

utilizing a magnetometer and hand scanners and performed patient admitting

procedures. Received, searched and inventoried property of incoming

clients. Supervised and monitored patients. Responded to calls for

assistance in life threatening, emergency and service related situations.

Restrained violent and/or resistant patients under the direction of medical

personnel. Transported patients within the facility and to and from other

facilities. Monitored and maintained CCTV and card controlled access

system. Conducted hourly patrols of facility observing and reporting

unusual / unauthorized incidents, activities and/or conditions. Maintained

hourly log detailing all incidents and activities. Composed Incident

Reports as necessary.

EDUCATION

KAPLAN UNIVERSITY, BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, MANAGEMENT / JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION, SEPTEMBER 2005

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

40 WPM

Lobby Works

Touch>Data Guard Tour System

Remedy

Biometrics

Cheetah Panel

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Department of State Uniformed Protective Service Program, Intercon UPSP

Services Corporation (February 2009)

Security Officer Cores Subject 01E - 18 Hrs (February 2009)

Armed Security Officer Arrest Authority 05E - 8 hrs (February 2009)

Armed Security Office Fire Arms Training 07E - 40 hrs (February 2009)

First Aid/CPR/AED, Intercom UPSP Services Corporation (February 2009)

Planning Considerations for WMD Incidents, National Terrorism Preparedness

Institute (June 2008)

Integrate Perimeter Security Solutions, Southwest Microwave, Inc. (May

2008)

Infrastructure & First Responder Training (January 2008)

Change Management Training (December 2007)

Bomb Awareness Symposium (November 2007)

Detective & New Criminal Investigator Program, Public Agency Training

Council (October 2007)

IS 100 Introduction to the Incident Command System, Emergency Management

Institute (January 2007)

IS 700 National Incident Management System, Emergency Management Institute

(January 2007)

Advanced Leadership Training Program (April 2005)

First Aid / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Recertification (April 2005)

Custom Protection Officer Certification, 40 hours (July 2002)

Firearms Qualification in the 90th Percentile (July 2002)

Use of Force Principals (July 2002)

Aggressive Behavior Management Certification (September 2001)

Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification (January 2000)

RELEVANT COURSE WORK

Fundamentals of American Law

Social Psychology

Management of Info System

Ethics and the Legal Environment

Conflict Resolution and Team Dynamics

Introduction to Management

Political Economy

Research and Presentation

Private Security

White Collar Crime

Software Applications

Accounting I

Courtroom Presentation of Scientific Evidence

Operations Management

Managerial Finance and Accounting

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