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Ashakea Smith

@ashakeasmith

Security Officer focused on theft prevention, safety, and reliable facility protection through vigilant patrols and inspections.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can protect people and property through consistent patrols, inspections, and quick threat response, while contributing to smooth day-to-day operations. I value clear expectations, teamwork, and accountability.

I’ve built my career around keeping people and property safe. As a Security Officer, I monitored premises to prevent theft and ensure the safety of personnel and property, backing it up with regular patrols and inspections.

I’m detail-oriented and action-focused: I identify and address potential security threats by conducting structured checks of the facility and responding quickly to issues that could impact safety or operations. I take pride in maintaining a calm, dependable presence on-site.

Before security, I developed a strong operations mindset as a Package Handler/Sorter, executing efficient sorting and managing loading and unloading to minimize delays. I also supported classrooms as a Teacher Assistant, helping develop and implement lesson plans that improved student learning and engagement—skills that translate directly to clear communication and consistent support across teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Lead Cashier

Current

Please Touch Museum

May 2023 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Oversaw daily operations of the admissions department, ensuring efficiency in processing memberships and responding to inquiries.
Developed and implemented customer service training programs to enhance team performance and improve customer satisfaction rates.

Security Officer

Contemporary Service Corporation

Feb 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 10 months)

Monitored premises to prevent theft and ensure the safety of personnel and property through regular patrols and inspections. Identified and addressed potential security threats to protect people and assets.

Patrol Incident Response Threat Assessment Access Control Report Writing Risk Mitigation Loss Prevention Safety Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Contemporary Service Corporation

Security Officer, Security

2015 - 2018

Monitored premises to prevent theft and ensure the safety of personnel and property. Conducted regular patrols and inspections to identify and address potential security threats.

2 / 2 Package Handler/Sorter

Package Handler/Sorter, Logistics

2013 - 2014

Sorted packages to ensure accurate distribution to delivery routes. Managed loading and unloading of shipments to support a streamlined workflow and minimize delays.

Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant, Education

2009 - 2013

Assisted lead teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans to improve student learning and engagement. Supported classroom teachers with lesson plan design and execution to foster an engaging learning environment.