Houston, Texas, United States
Tamara Latrece | Executive Leader | Security Management | Strategic Operations | Culture Builder Tamara Latrece is a dynamic, results-driven executive specializing in site security management, operations excellence, and organizational leadership. With a reputation for turning strategic vision into actionable results, Tamara expertly blends operational rigor with a people-first leadership philosophy. Over the course of her career, Tamara has cultivated environments where safety, trust, and performance thrive in perfect alignment. Her passion for innovation, combined with her unwavering commitment to service excellence, has positioned her as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and frontline teams alike. Known for her contagious energy, commanding presence, and a signature leadership style that is both bold and empathetic, Tamara drives measurable success while fostering a culture of collaboration and resilience. Whether orchestrating large-scale operational initiatives or mentoring future leaders, she brings the heart of a coach and the precision of a strategist to every challenge. Key Expertise: Corporate Security Leadership Operational Excellence & Process Improvement Talent Development & Team Empowerment Risk Mitigation & Crisis Management Culture Building & Diversity Advocacy Tamara’s personal motto is simple but powerful: "Lead with vision. Empower with heart. Deliver with excellence." In every boardroom, field site, and leadership huddle, Tamara is the spark that ignites transformation. "Making safety stylish and leadership legendary."
Position Summary: As the Security Site Supervisor, you are the boots on the ground leadership, ensuring the site’s security operations run like a well-oiled machine. You will be the linchpin between security officers, client management, and operational leadership, providing a visible, proactive security presence while coaching your team to exceed expectations and embody service excellence. --- Key Responsibilities: Lead and motivate security personnel, setting the gold standard for professionalism, vigilance, and client engagement. Conduct daily briefings, site inspections, and real-time performance management. Act as the first point of contact for client representatives, building strong rapport and trust. Ensure full compliance with post orders, policies, and procedures—zero tolerance for lapses. Investigate incidents thoroughly and write detailed, actionable reports. Schedule and coordinate shifts to maintain optimal coverage while minimizing overtime. Train new officers on site-specific procedures, company policies, and emergency protocols. Act swiftly and decisively during emergencies, leading response efforts and championing a safety-first culture. Provide continuous feedback, coaching, and recognition to drive team engagement and professional development. Maintain an accurate, real-time log of daily activities, unusual occurrences, and shift changes
Dispatch Officer — GardaWorld 2021–2024 Coordinated real-time deployment of security officers across multiple client sites to ensure seamless coverage and operational readiness Served as the central communications hub for officers, supervisors, and corporate security leadership Monitored CCTV, access control, and alarm systems, escalating incidents in alignment with established protocols Managed emergency and non-emergency calls while maintaining composure, clarity, and professionalism Documented incident reports, dispatch activity, and communications with precision, confidentiality, and audit-ready accuracy Conducted scheduled welfare checks to support officer safety and post accountability Supported incident response by gathering intel, tracking activity, and escalating critical matters in real time Adjusted staffing and coverage in response to call-offs, scheduling changes, and operational needs Delivered consistent, client-focused support in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Ensured compliance with company policy, security standards, and client requirements Core Strengths Developed High-pressure decision-making Situational awareness Multi-channel communications Service-focused problem solving
security receptionist for the main lobby and property manager. update employee files, data entry, set up p.o. numbers, billing , make sure,all areas of the building is secure and all safety codes are being followed.
set up appointments for sales of hvac, water restoration, pest control, roof repairs; enter payments, upsell new production services, worked with dispatch departments to route technicians to the next on call job assignments
set up appointment for home improvement maintenance, entering billing payments for current or delinquent accounts, work closely with route managers and collections department.