Damonic Gatley
SECURITY OFFICER
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Highly experienced and certified Security Officer with a proven track record in safeguarding premises and personnel. Possesses extensive expertise in armed security, including wear and carry permits, and proficiency with handcuffs, batons, and OC spray. Adept at incident management, emergency response, and maintaining strict compliance with laws and company standards. Eager to leverage strong leadership and customer service skills to ensure a safe and secure environment for Tarian Group.
Experience
Deputy Supervisor - Elite police protection and investigations
(2025-09)
- Spearheaded daily activities of security guards, assigning posts and shifts to ensure adherence to company policies and client instructions.
- Mentored and trained new security personnel, conducting performance evaluations to foster professional development.
- Managed emergency responses, including theft, fire, disturbances, and accidents, by investigating incidents and preparing comprehensive reports.
- Liaised with law enforcement agencies as required and adeptly handled complaints from clients and the public.
- Developed and maintained duty rosters and deployment schedules, ensuring operational readiness.
- Maintained meticulous records of attendance, incidents, and equipment logs, submitting timely reports to management.
- Ensured strict compliance with local laws and company standards.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with clients by meeting to discuss security needs and confirming fulfillment of contract requirements.
- Provided clients with regular security updates and detailed reports.
- Managed weekly/monthly duty rosters and assigned shifts (day/night/rotational) to ensure optimal staffing levels.
- Facilitated shift replacements for absences, leave, or emergencies and approved overtime as necessary.
- Monitored employee attendance and punctuality, coordinating leave requests and shift swaps.
- Adjusted schedules dynamically based on evolving client requirements.
Cash Transport Guard - Gardaworld
(2023-05 - 2026-01)
- Provided secure transportation of money, jewelry, and other valuables utilizing armored trucks, vans, or cars, functioning as a trained security professional.
Assistant Manager - Snipes
(2022-06 - 2024-06)
- Directed sales floor activities, ensuring superior customer service and effectively resolving store-level issues.
- Established sales goals, managed budgets, developed sales forecasts, and consistently maximized sales and profits.
- Oversaw all aspects of personnel management, including interviewing, hiring, training, mentoring, coaching, and performance evaluations.
- Managed merchandise selection, created compelling window displays, and directed stocking efforts in collaboration with vendors.
- Partnered with corporate management to develop targeted local marketing and advertising strategies.
- Served as the primary liaison with suppliers and vendors, securing key business agreements.
- Maintained accurate pricing for all merchandise and ensured adequate stock levels to meet demand.
Security - All County Security
(2020-09 - 2022-11)
- Protected premises and personnel through diligent patrolling of the property.
- Monitored surveillance equipment and inspected buildings, equipment, and access points to control entry.
- Prevented losses and damage by reporting irregularities and enforcing policy and procedures, including restraining trespassers.
- Obtained assistance by sounding alarms in critical situations.
In Dietary ‘ Hoster & Starter ‘ - University Of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopedic Institute
(2017-08 - 2018-12)
- Enhanced patient experience by fostering a welcoming environment.
- Served meals to patients for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Prepared and arranged patient meal trays for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including all cold food items such as sandwiches and salads.
Security guard (events only) - Imperial Events Security Services
(2016-03 - 2020-01)
- Secured event entrances and exits for concerts and other large gatherings.
- Conducted thorough bag checks to identify and confiscate weapons or prohibited items.
- Inspected access points, apprehended trespassers, and responded promptly to alarms and emergencies.
Picking/Packing - Sy sales warehouse
(2013-09 - 2016-08)
- Executed picking and packing operations to meet production standards for order fulfillment.
- Provided customer service within the warehouse environment.
- Selected materials accurately to fulfill customer orders.
- Collaborated within a team to complete orders within strict timeframes.
Housekeeping - Radisson Hotel
(2012-02 - 2013-08)
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by executing established procedures for making beds and servicing rooms.
- Managed laundry services for both staff and guests.
- Delivered room service and provided direct customer assistance, including fulfilling guest requests and delivering meals.
- Performed comprehensive janitorial services, ensuring cleanliness of bathrooms, hallways, elevators, bedrooms, and offices.
- Addressed varied operational needs to ensure the efficient functioning of the hotel.
Picking/ packing - DHL / Warehouse Services Incorporated
(2011-11 - 2013-01)
- Executed picking and packing operations to meet production standards for order fulfillment.
- Contributed to inventory management processes.
- Performed quality checks on product endurance.
- Provided customer service within the warehouse environment.
Picking/packer - Rite Aid Warehouse
(2010-05 - 2012-01)
- Packaged customer orders accurately into boxes.
- Selected materials meticulously to fulfill customer orders.
- Met daily quotes and production targets to support company operations.
Education
High School Diploma - Francis M Wood High School (2007-09 - 2010-06)
