Godwill Emeka
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dedicated security professional with more than 3 years' experience managing security teams in corporate environments. Personable leader who comfortably interacts with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Resourceful and creative problem solver with expertise in building and personnel security. Security-focused and diligent guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Dedicated Security Officer with 8 years experience. Well-versed in providing personal, equipment and property security in transportation facilities, warehouses and distribution centres. Astute and skilled at identifying potential risks and using common sense in high-stress situations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Security Officer
Global security inc
queens
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Operated detecting devices to screen individuals, preventing prohibited articles within restricted areas.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement for appropriate incident management.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorised persons and unusual incidences.
- Checked bags and identification with keen eye for detail.
Security Guard Officer
Securitas
Manhattans
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Responded immediately to emergency situations, remaining professional, calm and effective under pressure.
- Operated scanners to screen guests and belongings.
- Triaged problems quickly, providing precise and clear information to enable prompt security support.
- Maintained composure and professionalism while screening visitors during high-volume periods.
- Handled day-to-day and emergency incidents with a calm, professional demeanour, enabling positive outcomes.
- Safeguarded employee and visitor health, safety and assets through effective on-foot patrols and CCTV observation.
- Updated reports and logbooks on security actions performed, supporting smooth and safe facility operations.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing highly visible security presence and patrols.
Security Officer
U.S. Security Associates
Staten Island
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Monitored, authorised and recorded entrance and departure of vehicles and visitors.
- Secured doors and gates across office buildings and grounds, maintaining optimal security standards.
- Operated detecting devices to screen individuals, preventing prohibited articles within restricted areas.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies and handled shoplifters for retail clients.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement for appropriate incident management.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Signed in and issued passes to visitors and contractors.
Seafood Clerk
Whole Food Market
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Provide outstanding customer service; ensure customer needs are met in a timely fashion
- Prepare, package, weigh, and price meat and seafood products for sale
- Trim and bone fish and crack shellfish upon request
- Prepare specialty merchandise including sausages, ready-to-cook products, and cured meats
- Ensure all cases and shelves are clean and well-stocked
- Monitor product quality and freshness and ensure proper rotation of product
- Maintain accurate signage and pricing
- Receive, unload, and put away product delivery
- Follow department procedures for preparing, storing, rotating, and stocking of product
- Follow and comply with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation
Security Supervisor
Infinity Security
03.2014 - 08.2017
- Supervising a team of security guards and taking precautionary measures for security and patrolling the premises
- Manage staff schedules for all shifts and events to minimize overtime costs
- Communicate and enforce compliance with Nigeria laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
Office Assistant
Future Unity Glan Vills Pension
06.2012 - 03.2014
- Provide general administrative and clerical support including mailing, scanning, faxing and copying to management
- Maintain electronic and hard copy filing system
- Open, sort and distribute incoming correspondence
- Perform data entry and scan documents
- Manage calendar for Managing Director
- Assist in resolving any administrative problems
- Run company's errands to post office and office supply store
- Answer calls from customers regarding their inquiries
- Prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos and emails
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for Managers maintain office supplies for department
Room Attendant and Housekeeping
Royal Class Hotel, 23 Uban St Utako Abuja
02.2010 - 05.2012
- To service public areas to a high quality as directed by housekeeper
- To service guest bedrooms as per section/floor list to the required standard at all times
- Replace and restock all items provided for guest use within each room and bathroom
- To strip and make bed to a quality standard following the trained procedure at all times
- Service of Bathrooms Empty and wash bins, clean bath, shower, basin, toilet and bidet
- Wash floor and all glass surfaces to the highest quality standard
- Vacuum bedrooms and bathrooms floors to remove all debris including your section of the corridor and stairs and lift and check the vacuum cleaner weekly and change dust bag when necessary
- Dust and polish all hard surfaces to a quality sheen using appropriate cleaning chemicals
- Ensure your service area is clean and well stocked at all times
- Report promptly any room defects, scuffs and fabric damage including equipment and light bulbs to department manager, and ensure it is correctly logged
- Developed procedures for the emergency response and crisis management, physical security, information protection, incident management, and investigation units
- Updated training procedures for all newly hired personnel
Education
Diploma - Computer Science
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
01/2011 - 02/2014
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Cross High School
A-Levels - Health Information Technology
Asa College Brooklyn
2021 - 2022
Bachelor of Science -
St Joseph University
Brooklyn 10.2022 - Current
Skills
- NATURAL (Less than 1 year)
- REGULATORY COMPLIANCE (Less than 1 year)
- Additional Information
- ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Team motivation and development
- Natural leader
- Investigative procedures
- Operational effectiveness
- Regulatory compliance
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Bachelor of Science -
St Joseph University
10.2022 - Current
A-Levels - Health Information Technology
Asa College Brooklyn
2021 - 2022
Security Officer
Global security inc
09.2019 - 03.2020
Security Guard Officer
Securitas
08.2018 - 07.2019
Security Officer
U.S. Security Associates
01.2018 - 07.2018
Seafood Clerk
Whole Food Market
11.2017 - 01.2018
Security Supervisor
Infinity Security
03.2014 - 08.2017
Office Assistant
Future Unity Glan Vills Pension
06.2012 - 03.2014
Room Attendant and Housekeeping
Royal Class Hotel, 23 Uban St Utako Abuja
02.2010 - 05.2012
Diploma - Computer Science
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
01/2011 - 02/2014
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Cross High School
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