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Work History
Education
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James Alexander

Picard, Portsmouth ,Dominica
James Alexander

Summary

Detail-oriented individual equipped with excellent memory and awareness of people, events and facilities. Excellent communication skills, trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers.

Talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings.

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.

Overview

31
years of professional experience

Work History

Possie Bakery

Delivery Driver

Job overview

Francois Security
Roseau, Dominica

Security Officer
04.2021 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
  • Surveyed property to prevent and identify vandalism or disarmed alarm systems.
  • Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
  • Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
  • Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.

Green VI/ BugOut
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

Senior Vector Control Officer
09.2016 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Carried out control and management activities of vectors within the British Virgin islands with a special emphasis on the Aedes Aegypti.
  • Conducted surveillance and monitoring activities of vectors.
  • Conducted health education program on the control and management of diseases caused by vectors and nuisance pests.
  • Conducted routine premises inspection within communities to ascertain status of disease vector and nuisance pest infestation.
  • Conducted regular maintenance of all equipment.
  • Managed warehouse and inventory of substances used in vector control
  • Prepared a variety of different written communication reports and documents to ensure smooth operation.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems,
  • evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed scripts and videos relevant to different audiences for the purpose of community and schools engagements, through social and mass media and in person presentation.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.

Sanctuary of Hope Church

Music /Worship Director
06.2012 - 04.2015

Job overview

  • Recruited and trained volunteers for regular worship services and special functions
  • Taught keyboards, Drums, Guitar, and vocal techniques to equip volunteers with the necessary skills to participate in regular worship services
  • Kept accurate records of and sourced instruments and made regular arrangements for their repair and maintenance.
  • Worked flexible hours, nights weekends and holidays, to ensure that objectives were achieved according to set timelines.
  • Used critical thinking to breakdown problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Coordinated music, and harmonized the choir, for funerals, weddings, and other official functions in a professional, effective and efficient manner
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization, and great work ethics
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service

Uncle Sam

Co-owner/Manager Owner
07.2008 - 04.2012

Job overview

  • Managed daily operations of the business
  • Kept proper and accurate records of inventory and ensured that shelves were replenished in a timely manner
  • Developed customer royalty reward initiative, to boost sales and increase profits.
  • Responded to every customer complaints and suggestions in a very professional and courteous manner
  • Forged very friendly and cordial relationship with the buying public to give the confidence in our goods and services
  • Sourced and purchased goods from local merchants, and developed strong , courteous, and professional working relationships
  • Displayed goods in a manner to provide shopping ease, and to create aesthetics
  • Helped customers decide on their choices of goods through up-selling and the introduction of new products to boost sales and increase profits
  • Kept accurate financial records, to ensure growth, profits, and the smooth operation of the business.

Government of Dominica
Roseau, Dominica

Prison Officer
07.1991 - 04.2006

Job overview

  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, hospital, and medical appointments, and submitted report to management.
  • Received and inspected mails, property, and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Directed activities of inmates crew working on maintenance operations, farming, and construction projects.
  • Verified facility by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks, and cells for potential hazards.
  • Made rounds at regular specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management.
  • Arrange for medical, vision and dental care of inmates
  • Discussed with offenders link between criminal behavior and anger management problems and drug and alcohol abuse.
  • Organized a prison calypso competition, taught different musical disciplines to assist inmates with their rehabilitation.

Education

Dominica Adult Education Division
Picard Portsmouth

from Basic Mixology
09.2033

University Overview

Penn Foster High School

High School Diploma
01.2024

University Overview

2014 Certificate of Attendance Leadership Seminar
11.2017

University Overview

British Virgin Islands Tourist Board
Tortola British Virgin Islands

Certificate of Service Excellence Service Excellence Training from Tourism/ hospitality
03.2016

University Overview

Penn Foster Career School

from Hotel and Restaurant management
04.2014

University Overview

GPA: 4.00

Dominica Adult Education Division
Portsmouth

from Basic Baking And Pastry Arts
09.2023

University Overview

2018 Certificate of membership BFEC Mentorship Program
01.2006

University Overview

Skills

  • Very dedicated individual who will get the job done quickly and efficiently
  • Excellent team player who always go over and beyond the call of duty to meet objectives
  • Very detail oriented individual with an eye for excellence
  • Innovative, initiative quick learner, and strategic thinker

References

References

REFERENCES NameJoseph Benjamin Address Glanvillia, Portsmouth , Dominica Occupation-Counselor/Pastor telephone-767-245-1788 NameKenrick Jean jacques Address Canefield East, Canefield, Dominica Occupation-Supt. of Prisons, Dominica Prisons telephone-767-611-3329 NamePaul Ricketts Address Valley, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands Occupation-Counselor / Pastor telephone-284- 441- 5541

Interests

Interests

Certificate/ License , License to minister for religious services/ Music 15/11/2011 Certificate/License Certificate of Ordination as minister of music 12/01/2012 Certificate Covid-19 Contact tracing 2021 Bregado Flax Education Center. Primary Section volunteered for 12 months as mentor of 5 grade six boys who came from a very disturbed past and needed guidance. Green VI/ Bug-Out Participated in monthly voluntary cleanup and beautification endeavors with Green VI / Bug-Out in Virgin Gorda for 5 years

Languages

Languages
  • Fluent in English, Creole, and a little Spanish.
  • Timeline

    Security Officer
    Francois Security
    04.2021 - 01.2022
    Senior Vector Control Officer
    Green VI/ BugOut
    09.2016 - 08.2020
    Music /Worship Director
    Sanctuary of Hope Church
    06.2012 - 04.2015
    Co-owner/Manager Owner
    Uncle Sam
    07.2008 - 04.2012
    Prison Officer
    Government of Dominica
    07.1991 - 04.2006
    Delivery Driver
    Possie Bakery
    Dominica Adult Education Division
    from Basic Mixology
    Penn Foster High School
    High School Diploma
    2014 Certificate of Attendance Leadership Seminar
    British Virgin Islands Tourist Board
    Certificate of Service Excellence Service Excellence Training from Tourism/ hospitality
    Penn Foster Career School
    from Hotel and Restaurant management
    Dominica Adult Education Division
    from Basic Baking And Pastry Arts
    2018 Certificate of membership BFEC Mentorship Program
    James Alexander