George Thompson
Hanahan
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in security and youth supervision. Skilled in effective communication and managing incident reporting to enhance safety and customer service outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Specialist/ Support E4
10th Special Forces Group & 1/508th C.I.T, Us Army
Colorado Springs
02.1996 - 09.2001
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security protocols were followed.
- Conducted regular patrols to proactively identify and mitigate potential security risks.
- Managed access control by verifying credentials for entry to restricted areas.
- Prepared detailed incident reports to document and analyze security breaches or unusual activities.
- Trained new security staff on procedures and emergency response protocols.
- Implemented comprehensive safety measures to strengthen overall workplace security environment.
- Responded promptly to alarms and incidents, ensuring swift resolution of issues.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Welcomed staff, guests, vendors, and contractors at facility entrance.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto the premises.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
Youth Correctional Officer
Colorado Youth Corrections
Colorado Springs
03.1999 - 01.2000
- Supervised youth in detention facilities to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Supervised and monitored youth in custody to ensure safety and security of the facility.
- Assisted in crisis intervention to de-escalate conflicts, ensuring safety and stability among residents.
- Implemented behavior management techniques that fostered positive interactions and improved youth behavior.
- Provided counseling, conflict resolution, and guidance to youth in order to facilitate positive behavior changes.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate records of youth behavior and progress.
- Collaborated in weekly meetings with correctional officers to share insights and strategies for effective youth management.
- Enforced rules and regulations among the population using appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
- Conducted daily inspections of living areas and equipment for cleanliness and functionality.
- Monitored meals served in the facility to ensure proper nutrition standards were met according to policy guidelines.
- Reported any suspicious activity observed within the facility immediately to supervisors or law enforcement personnel if necessary.
- Compiled and submitted daily reports summarizing activities and incidents.
- Followed medical orders and dispensed medications.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of the facility.
- Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
- Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
- Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
Skills
- Food safety
- Nutritional compliance
- Sanitation procedures
- Temperature standards
- Meal preparation
- Plating and presentation
- Safe food serving
- Hygiene standards
- Nutrition basics
- Incident reporting
- Crisis intervention
- Safety protocols
- Emergency response
- Safety inspections
- Risk assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Threat management
- Crisis intervention
- Emergency evacuation procedures
- Active shooter training
- Weapons training
- Bomb threat procedures
- Building lockdown coordination
- Access control
- Interior and exterior patrol
- General security
- Night and safe deposit procedures
- Compliance management
- Staff management
- Record keeping
- Access badge distribution
- Team collaboration
- Team cooperation
- Detail-oriented
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Training and development
- Time management
- Customer service
- Superior customer service
- Customer assistance
- Youth supervision
- Conflict resolution techniques
- High level of integrity
- Safe food serving
- Hygiene standards
- Customer assistance
- Culinary expertise
Certification
- Concealed Weapons Permit
- Drivers License
Timeline
Youth Correctional Officer
Colorado Youth Corrections
03.1999 - 01.2000
Food Service Specialist/ Support E4
10th Special Forces Group & 1/508th C.I.T, Us Army
02.1996 - 09.2001