Aaron Bryant Jr.
Avon Park,FL
Summary
Self-motivated former Close Management Sergeant with strong leadership abilities and a track record of success in supervising correctional officers. Demonstrated expertise in ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures and maintaining the security and order of the institution. Skilled in training new officers, conducting accurate inmate counts, and providing guidance on best practices. Proficient in paperwork and maintaining the integrity of housing units. A confident professional with a proven ability to motivate teams and promote efficiency in operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Hospital Detail Supervisor (Inmate Watch)
Allied Universal Security Services
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
- Conduct rounds at each hospital locations that we have assigned custom protection officers.
- Collaborate with Central County and South County jails for the Polk County Sheriffs office in regards to inmates that are currently in hospital care and PCSO custody.
- Utilize WINTEAM to adjust schedules for hospital detail and other contracts under the PCSO account for Polk County
- track and complete payroll for all Polk County PCSO/ Allied universal contracts totaling up to 3500 plus hours a week.
- Attended Project NEXT meetings for AOPs to have a better understanding of our AUS hiring policies and employee tracking to ensure all employees remain within allied policy and compliance.
- Oversaw and coordinated staff member scheduling and performance.
- Ensure accuracy for all scheduled Hospital Detail Custom Protection officers for any working days to ensure each officer is on post and have been briefed on any inmate activity.
- Use a PCSO sedan and or Van to transport discharged inmates from the hospital to Central County Jail or South County Jail.
- Use a PCSO sedan and or Van to transport inmates to or from court depending what is on the docket for the day to assist allied universal transportation unit.
- Supervised, hired, trained, scheduled and evaluated staff.
- Conduct daily inventories for Hospital equipment bags in which officers are assigned on each hospital detail to ensure they have the proper equipment to properly restrain inmates along with radios for emergency communication.
- Pick up and transport weapons from different sites and ensure they safely reach the Tampa branch for proper inventory and accountability.
- have a thorough understanding of WINTEAM and LISA systems whether it is accountability for officer working hours or tracking callout's properly for each assigned officer.
Hospital Detail Customer Protection Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored security operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and procedures.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities within facilities.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to enhance emergency response strategies.
- Trained junior staff on security procedures and best practices for incident reporting.
- Developed and implemented security policies, improving overall operational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies during investigations and emergencies, fostering positive working relationships.
Close Management Sergeant (Supervisor)
Florida Department Of Corrections
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented operational plans for the officers, ensuring daily success.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities by motivating Correctional officers under difficult conditions.
- Ensured compliance with standard operating procedures while conducting operations.
- Supervise Confinement of an inmate apart from the general population, for reasons of security or the order and effective management of the institution, where the inmate, through his or her behavior, has demonstrated an inability to live in the general population without abusing the rights and privileges of others.
- Conduct hourly count procedure with accuracy for up to 180 inmates at a time.
- Properly house inmates due to their background and crime types and or gang affiliation for proper security measurements.
- Train new COTs (Correctional Officer Trainees) to align them with proper Florida Department of Corrections rules and law enforcement policy.
- Escort inmates to job sites, medical facilities, classrooms or wherever they are needed in a timely, secure manner.
- Show proficiency within paperwork throughout Disciplinary reports and building maintenance forms to ensure the proper safety of the inmate population and integrity of housing units.
- Provided guidance on best practices and processes to promote efficiency in operations.
- Monitored daily performance of team members and provided feedback for improvement.
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Maintained order within the facility by conducting searches, shakedowns, head counts and pat downs as necessary.
- Developed excellent communication skills to de-escalate potentially volatile situations.
- Responded quickly to disturbances utilizing appropriate force when necessary in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- Utilized sound judgment and decision making skills when dealing with inmates, staff and visitors.
- Administered daily counts of inmates and documented for recordkeeping.
- Enforced institutional rules through verbal warnings, written reports or physical intervention as needed.
- Made periodic patrols of quarters and work areas and initiated counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals.
- Communicated with other staff and main control to inform about inmate behaviors.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on changes in correctional policies and procedures.
- Supervised inmate workers assigned to various tasks throughout the facility.
- Searched cells or living quarters for contraband and unapproved items.
Electronics Technician
Best Buy
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Performed preventive maintenance procedures on all assigned electronics systems according to established protocols.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electronic components on various equipment with a high degree of accuracy and precision.
- Assembled electrical systems by wiring circuit boards, modules, connectors, cables and other related components.
- Used technical manuals and manufacturers' bulletins to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, or corrective repairs.
- Operated standard test equipment and automated test systems to determine quality and usability of electronics.
Maintenance Technician
Charter Spectrum
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Utilized hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments during repair work.
- Maintained safe working environment utilizing personal protective equipment.
- Replaced or repaired worn-out parts and components.
- Assisted supervisor with preventive maintenance and special projects.
- Prioritized work orders for service maintenance requests.
- Documented maintenance activities and results in accordance with company standards.
- Repaired or replaced defective components in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and preventive maintenance activities, including parts used and labor hours.
- Executed troubleshooting and repaired malfunctions in mechanical and electrical systems.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations involving damaged machinery.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted electrical systems, motors, relays and switches.
Customer Service
Lowes Home Improvement
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Maximized customer loyalty through providing high quality service experiences.
- Built positive relationships with customers through proactive follow-up after each interaction.
- Maintained accurate records of customer accounts using various software systems.
- Utilized effective sales techniques to increase revenue by upselling products and services.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner.
- Participated in weekly meetings with managers to discuss performance goals and objectives.
- Developed an understanding of company policies related to customer service standards.
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills while interacting with customers on the phone, via email, and in person.
- Monitored incoming calls from customers, responding promptly when necessary.
- Developed strong problem solving skills to provide solutions to customers' issues.
- Answered customers' questions about products, prices and credit terms.
IT Technician Intern
Cutrale Citrus
04.2013 - 06.2014
- Installed, configured, and maintained computer hardware and software systems.
- Supported other departments with their IT needs by providing advice or assistance when necessary.
- Configured remote access solutions such as VPNs and Remote Desktop Protocols.
- Monitored network performance to ensure optimal efficiency.
- Provided technical support to end users regarding installation of hardware and software components.
- Performed system backups and restores as required.
- Assisted users with connecting fax machines, printers and other output devices to the company network and internet.
- Monitored and responded quickly to requests submitted to the help desk.
- Troubleshot and configured personal computer hardware, software applications and peripherals.
- Managed servers running Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016 Operating Systems.
Education
Certification - Civil Justice - Law Enforcement
CJST Florida Corrections Academy
Wauchula, FL03.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Lake Region High School
Eagle Lake, Florida06.2012
Skills
- Rules of Conduct
- Daily Logs
- Inmate Transport
- Officer Training
- Staff Supervision
- Equipment Inspection
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Equipment Maintenance
- Blueprint and Schematic Understanding
- Workload prioritization
- Deadline oriented
- Team management
- Inventory control
- Daily WINTEAM and LISA proficiency
- Certified Correctional Officer FDLE
Accomplishments
I was the 2021 Class president of graduating class 40 for the FDLE Corrections academy at Hardee Correctional institution who was in charge of leading a graduating class of 38 correctional officers.
Assigned my own Close Management Dorm once promoted to Sergeant where i was tasked with maintaining order and supervision for up to 170 inmates in a dorm that is known for disorderly conduct from the inmate population.
Zero uses of force while i was assigned G dorm while working at Hardee Correctional Institution.
Certification
- State Certified Correctional Officer
- Security Class D Certified
- Security Class G Certified
- CJST Corrections academy Graduate (Florida)
Timeline
Lead Hospital Detail Supervisor (Inmate Watch)
Allied Universal Security Services
04.2024 - Current
Hospital Detail Customer Protection Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
12.2023 - 04.2024
Close Management Sergeant (Supervisor)
Florida Department Of Corrections
03.2022 - 08.2023
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
11.2020 - 03.2022
Electronics Technician
Best Buy
03.2020 - 11.2020
Maintenance Technician
Charter Spectrum
01.2015 - 01.2019
Customer Service
Lowes Home Improvement
07.2014 - 01.2015
IT Technician Intern
Cutrale Citrus
04.2013 - 06.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Lake Region High School
Certification - Civil Justice - Law Enforcement
CJST Florida Corrections Academy