Christian Gordon
Westville,Indiana
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in security and law enforcement, demonstrating a strong commitment to the field since high school. A passion for continuous growth drives the pursuit of opportunities that integrate technology and interpersonal skills, particularly in conflict resolution. A solid foundation in computer operations, developed from an early age, complements the desire to transition into tech-focused roles or positions that effectively leverage people skills. Eager to contribute expertise while embracing new challenges that foster personal and professional development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
07.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Security Officer
Allied Universal
04.2017 - 06.2023
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Cook Prep / Correctional Officer
Westville Correctional Facility
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Security Officer
Security Inc
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Correctional Officer
Indiana State Prison
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westville High School
Westville, IN06.2015
Skills
- Electronic surveillance
- Visitor tracking
- Identification verification
- Invoice verification
- Detail-oriented
- High level of integrity
- Report writing
- Conflict de-escalation
- Crisis management
- First aid and CPR certified
- Superior customer service
Certification
- Guard Card
- Driver's License October 2022 to October 2028
Languages
Russian
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Avid Reader
- Graphic Design
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Cooking
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Outdoor Recreation
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Video Gaming
- Hiking
- Strategy Games
- Web Development and Design
- Music
- Animal Care
- Coding and Programming
- Artificial Intelligence-(AI) and Machine Learning
Timeline
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
07.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal
04.2017 - 06.2023
Cook Prep / Correctional Officer
Westville Correctional Facility
10.2016 - 04.2017
Security Officer
Security Inc
01.2016 - 09.2016
Correctional Officer
Indiana State Prison
06.2015 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Westville High School