Amber Barber
Bastrop,TX
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
FCI Bastrop
Bastrop, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, other activities.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Security Manager
GardaWorld Security
Austin, Texas
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Developed and enforced security policies, procedures, and protocols to protect confidential information.
- Monitored physical access to the premises, ensuring that only authorized personnel were allowed entry.
- Conducted regular staff training on security policies and procedures.
- Prepared and presented reports on security status and incidents to senior management.
- Managed the issuance and revocation of security badges and access rights for employees.
- Managed a team of security personnel, providing ongoing training and performance evaluations.
- Conducted regular security assessments and audits to identify potential vulnerabilities.
- Provided security awareness training to all employees, enhancing the overall security culture within the organization.
- Established crisis management and emergency response plans, conducting regular drills to ensure preparedness.
- Monitored and authorized employee and guest access to guard against theft.
- Patrolled sites on foot and by vehicle to provide visible deterrence to criminals.
- Installed cameras to investigate loss, fraud, theft and abuse by personnel or visitors.
- Performed bi-weekly payroll, set schedules, and dealt with rule infractions.
- Performed thorough background checks on potential employees to identify hiring risks.
Delivery Driver
AutoZone
San Marcos, Texas
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bastrop High School
Bastrop, TX08-2013
Some College (No Degree) -
Austin Community College
Austin, TXSkills
- Facility Security
- Crime Prevention
- Contraband Seizure
- Evidence Preservation
- Crisis Management
- File and record maintenance
- Security Procedures
- First aid and CPR certified
- Patrol procedures
Timeline
Correctional Officer
FCI Bastrop
03.2024 - Current
Security Manager
GardaWorld Security
01.2021 - 03.2024
Delivery Driver
AutoZone
02.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Bastrop High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Austin Community College
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