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Yolanda Ridley

Chatsworth

Summary

Detail-oriented equipped with excellent communication skills consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution with knowledge of law enforcement investigations. Trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers.

Overview

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1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Officer

Valor Protection Security Agency
Atlanta, CA
08.2025 - Current

• Emergency Response: Participate in and help coordinate emergency preparedness drills (e.g., fire, severe weather, and lockdown drills). Campus Patrol & Access: Patrol district property to secure unattended areas and strictly control access by verifying visitor credentials. Student Supervision: Monitor safe traffic flow in hallways and provide active supervision during arrival, dismissal, and lunch periods. Incident Intervention: Intervene in disruptive situations to protect students, de-escalate conflicts, and direct children to safe behavior.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the campus adheres to safety procedures, legal requirements, and district-wide security protocols. Reporting & Collaboration: Prepare detailed reports on security events and closely coordinate with administration, local law enforcement, and emergency medical services when needed.
Essential Skills to Highlight
• Emergency response planningConflict de-escalationRisk assessment and hazard identificationFirst aid and crisis managementLaw enforcement procedures .

Receptionist Security Officer/Day Officer

PSI Security Services,Allied Universal-Ups headquarters
Sandy Springs, Georgia
11.2023 - 05.2025
  • Updated daily log book with information about visitors entering the premises.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Prepared welcome packages for new hires.
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
  • Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
  • Served visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing to appropriate personnel.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for management team.
  • Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
  • Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization of the reception area to maintain a professional atmosphere.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Handled customer inquiries and complaints, providing timely and appropriate solutions.

Overnight Security Officer/Day Officer

Allied Universal Security Services-Thales
Atlanta, GA
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations.
  • Ensured the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials through the enforcement of safety protocols.

Overnight Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services-Newbergh ATL
Atlanta, GA
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
  • Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.

Overnight Security Officer

US Security Associates/Allied Security-Jas WorldW
Sandy Springs, Georgia
10.2015 - 09.2021
  • Responds to emergency situations including, but not limited to, safety hazards, fires, medical emergencies and threats to life and/or property.
  • Writes reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
  • Completes required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Follows established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.

Security Officer

U.S. Security Associates - Ole Mexican Foods
Atlanta, Georgia
04.2012 - 09.2015
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
  • Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
  • Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.

Mail Sorter

Ricoh Mail Center
Alpharetta, Georgia
08.2014 - 11.2014
  • Sorted incoming mail for distribution to staff, departments and external customers.
  • Operated automated sorting equipment to separate letters, flats and packages according to predetermined criteria.
  • Bundled, labeled and routed sorted mail to designated areas depending on destinations and according to established procedures and deadlines.
  • Utilized portable scanner to mark items delivered to residences and businesses, keeping records current and accurate.

Stocker Associate

Wal-Mart Supercenter
Stockbridge, Georgia
06.2012 - 01.2013
  • Organized backroom storage areas to ensure efficient product retrieval.
  • Utilized inventory management system to complete bin audits, work inventory exceptions and correct shelf capacities.
  • Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
  • Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.

Cashier/Hostess

Golden Corral
Stockbridge, Georgia
04.2012 - 09.2012
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
  • Provided menus to customers and answered questions regarding menu items.

Office Assistant

Children's Place
Decatur and Morrow, Georgia
04.2011 - 01.2012
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
  • Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
  • Offered diverse clerical support to office team members, managed correspondence, answered telephone calls and tracked documentation.

Education

Diploma -

Empire Beauty School
Morrow, Georgia

High School Diploma -

Chicago Vocational Career Academy
Chicago, Illinois

Skills


  • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft, Word, Suite, Excel, Outlook, Onenote, PowerPoint
  • Strong Analytical and Account Research Skills
  • Excellent Active Listening Skills
  • Ability to Demonstrate Patience, Empathy and Compassion
  • Ability to Navigate Through Multiple Systems
  • Critical Thinking
  • Strong Time Management and Prioritization Skills
  • Professional Telephone Etiquette
  • Excellent Attention to Detail
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Data Entry
  • Ability to Work Well Under Pressure
  • Ability to Meet Work Deadlines
  • Strong Problem Solving and Soft Skills

Certification

CPR Certified

Timeline

Safety Officer

Valor Protection Security Agency
08.2025 - Current

Receptionist Security Officer/Day Officer

PSI Security Services,Allied Universal-Ups headquarters
11.2023 - 05.2025

Overnight Security Officer/Day Officer

Allied Universal Security Services-Thales
11.2021 - 03.2022

Overnight Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services-Newbergh ATL
09.2021 - 11.2021

Overnight Security Officer

US Security Associates/Allied Security-Jas WorldW
10.2015 - 09.2021

Mail Sorter

Ricoh Mail Center
08.2014 - 11.2014

Stocker Associate

Wal-Mart Supercenter
06.2012 - 01.2013

Security Officer

U.S. Security Associates - Ole Mexican Foods
04.2012 - 09.2015

Cashier/Hostess

Golden Corral
04.2012 - 09.2012

Office Assistant

Children's Place
04.2011 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Chicago Vocational Career Academy

Diploma -

Empire Beauty School
Yolanda Ridley