Security Officer Time
Resume:
Josiah Thorpe
Retired Security Officer
Austell, GA 30106
**************@*****.***
I currently retired from Publix Super Markets, Inc. as a Security Officer at the High Velocity Dry Warehouse in McCalla, AL after 15 years of active service at the age of 65. I am currently looking for a flex or a part-time job out there to help supplement my Social Security Income. I currently live in Austell, GA.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Security Officer
PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS INC - McCalla, AL
September 2007 to May 2022
Security Officer, Security/Loss Prevention at a Publix Supermarket's Warehouse in McCalla, AL.
• Provided security at A High Velocity Dry Warehouse facility
• Monitored CCTV security cameras
• Effectively prevented thefts
• Inspected buildings, equipment, and access points permitting entry
• Authorized verified contractors for entry
• Ensured guests felt welcomed at The Warehouse
SECURITY SHIFT SUPERVISOR
ALLIEDBARTON SECURITY SERVICES - Atlanta, GA
March 2007 to January 2009
Elevated to the position of Security Shift Supervisor in charge of the night shift @ EarthLink Inc., Atlanta, Georgia.
SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER
ALLIEDBARTON SECURITY SERVICES, ATLANTA, GA. - Atlanta, GA April 2005 to March 2007
Assigned primarily to ensure the safety & security of lives and property @ the EarthLink World Headquarters Building in midtown Atlanta, particularly the patrol of the work areas & installations and the executive parking areas. Observing and reporting irregularities/incidents and preventing unusual human activities and misdemeanors in the entire work areas. Also monitoring activities and movements in the entire work areas, stairwells, corridors and parking lots from the CCTV monitors at the security/safety command center. Assigned to assist EarthLink employees in lockouts and other security/safety-related matters whenever necessary.
SECURITY OFFICER
ARKO EXECUTIVE SERVICES, ATLANTA, GA. - Atlanta, GA February 2002 to April 2005
Assigned primarily to ensure the safety & security of lives and property @ the EarthLink World Headquarters Building in mid-town Atlanta particularly the patrol of the Buildings/Installations and the Parking Lots. Observing and reporting irregularities/incidents and preventing unusual human activities and misdemeanors in the entire work areas. Also monitoring activities & movements in the entire work areas, stairwells, corridors and the parking lots from the CCTV monitors at the security/safety command center. Assisting the employees in lockouts and other security/safety-related matters. SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER
METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART - New York, NY
October 1998 to January 2002
Assigned to the main hall of the museum for the maintenance of law and order. Assisting visitors with directions, gallery information, coat-checking and ensuring their safety and security within the entire museum complex. Also assigned to the galleries to protect the arts, observe and report incidents & irregularities
PART-TIME SECURITY OFFICER/TOUR GUIDE
COPSTAT SECURITY INC., NEW YORK, NY. - New York, NY June 1999 to November 1999
Assigned to the main lobby of the Empire State Building to keep the peace and maintain law & order. Also assigned to the entrance of the observatory deck to operate the metal detectors, check for weapons and other illegal devices, and prevent unusual human activities and misdemeanors. SECURITY OFFICER. (ON-CALL)
B - HOUSE SECURITY CONSULTANTS INC - New York, NY
July 1998 to September 1998
Assigned to the Jewish Museum for the protection of the Arts, assisting visitors with directions/information relevant to their visit, and ensuring their safety & security in the entire galleries/museum complex. Also assigned to Corporate Offices like Bearn Stern to patrol the floors, particularly the stair- wells, corridors and the lobby areas.
RETAIL STORE SECURITY OFFICER. (ON-CALL)
ROY - CLARK INVESTIGATION AND SECURITY SERVICES - New York, NY March 1998 to July 1998
Assigned to retail stores like the Express Stores, Lane Bryant etc. to observe customers' movements & activities in order to prevent shoplifting and other misdemeanors within the stores. Education
Certificate in Security/Loss Prevention
Allied Barton Security Services - Atlanta, GA
April 2005 to May 2005
certificate in Security/Loss Prevention
Metropolitan Museum of Arts - New York, NY
September 1998 to October 1998
Certificate in Security/Loss Prevention
THE CAREER CENTER - New York, NY
February 1998 to February 1998
Higher National Diploma (Bachelor of Arts Equivalent) in Fine Art YABA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY - Lagos, Nigeria
January 1980 to October 1986
Skills
• CCTV
• Security
• Loss Prevention
• Surveillance
• Computer Literacy
• Writing Skills
• Conflict Management
Languages
• English - Fluent
Links
http://**************@*****.***
Military Service
Branch: Nigerian Army Cadet Corps
Service Country: Nigeria
Rank: Sergeant
January 1980 to September 1986
Certifications and Licenses
My certifications are as mentioned above
Groups
None
Publications
None
Additional Information
Skills
I possess advanced Security/Loss Prevention skills, Excellent Computer Literacy skills, and the American Heart Association's certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillation (AED) & First -Aid Administration. I am also skilled in fire safety, drills and prevention.
Personal Facts
I am very articulate, very intelligent, very literate, very alert, very dutiful (Always ready to go the "Extra Mile"), very observant and very mentally & physically fit.
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