ANDREW PAUGH
Sterling,USA
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven Process Assistant with proven experience supporting daily operations, workflow optimization, and team performance in fast-paced environments. Skilled in coordinating schedules, monitoring productivity, and ensuring compliance with company standards and safety procedures. Adept at training and mentoring team members, resolving process issues, and driving continuous improvement to meet operational goals. Recognized for strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments to achieve efficiency and quality outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Process Assistant
Amazon
Sterling, Colorado
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinated daily operational processes to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
Sorting Associate
Amazon
Sterling, Colorado
07.2025 - Current
- Sorted incoming packages based on size and destination requirements.
- Operated machinery for efficient package handling and sorting processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sorting area throughout shifts.
Personal Trainer
Forged Fitness
Sterling, Colorado
04.2025 - Current
- Developed personalized fitness programs for diverse client needs.
- Conducted one-on-one training sessions to enhance client performance.
Correctional Lieutenant
Colorado Dept of Corrections
Sterling, Colorado
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained records documenting all incidents involving prisoners and staff members.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper training for personnel on new policies and procedures.
- Organized staff meetings to discuss current events or issues that may arise within the facility.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as surveillance cameras or intelligence gathering methods to identify patterns of behavior among inmates or potential threats.
- Provided feedback on performance evaluations of subordinate officers.
- Intervened during conflicts between inmates or between inmates and staff members in order to de-escalate situations quickly.
- Investigated complaints against inmates or staff members related to abuse or mistreatment.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce inmate population and improve safety in the facility.
- Provided direction, guidance and support to subordinate officers in order to maintain a secure environment for inmates and staff members.
- Supervised searches of cells for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
- Oversaw the preparation of reports related to inmate activities, grievances, medical issues, security breaches.
- Used weapons or physical force when necessary to maintain safety of other officers.
- Kept documentation on problematic inmates to maintain organization and determine corrective action.
- Recommended disciplinary action for unruly and difficult inmates when necessary.
- Conveyed correctional officers' and inmates' complaints to superiors.
- Maintained knowledge of, complied with and enforced all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
- Supervised and directed work of correctional officers to ensure safe custody, discipline, and welfare of inmates.
Special Operations Response Team
Colorado Department Of Corrections
Sterling, Colorado
08.2017 - 10.2024
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Administered emergency medical care in high-stress combat environments.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine necessary medical interventions.
- Maintained medical supplies and equipment for operational readiness.
- Participated in training sessions related to special operations medicine.
- Developed training programs to enhance team skills and readiness.
- Coordinated special operations initiatives across multiple teams and departments.
- Led post-mission reviews to assess performance and identify improvements.
- Provided guidance and direction for staff in completing their duties.
- Maintained records of personnel, equipment, and supplies used during each mission.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated, rewarded and disciplined personnel as necessary.
- Created training materials for new employees regarding special operations roles.
Correctional Sergeant
Colorado Dept of Corrections
Sterling, Colorado
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Instructed employees and provided on-the-job training.
- Conducted evaluations of employees' performance.
- Supervised preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and reports.
- Developed work and security procedures.
- Resolved problems between inmates.
- Transferred or transported offenders on foot or by driving vehicles, such as trailers, vans, or buses.
- Supervised and performed searches of inmates and quarters to locate contraband items.
- Set up employee work schedules.
Correctional Officer
Colorado Dept of Corrections
Sterling, Colorado
09.2016 - 01.2024
- Demonstrated ability to handle difficult inmates in a professional and effective manner.
- 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.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts, and other dangerous activities.
- 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.
- Performed observation duties in housing units to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
- 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.
- Engaged in meaningful dialogue with inmates encouraging them towards positive behavior change.
- Controlled disruptive behavior by voicing verbal orders and using physical force.
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors to verify security and help prevent escapes.
- Monitored personal mail for contraband or any other suspicious items that may be entering the prison system illegally.
- Secured and tracked weapons and other valuable items.
- Distributed meals and monitored inmate intake of nutritional requirements.
- Searched inmates and cells for contraband and confiscated unauthorized items.
- Participated in required job training.
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional facilities to ensure security and help prevent escapes.
- Took prisoners into custody and escort to locations within and outside of facility, such as visiting room, courtroom, and airport.
- Counted to ensure that each prisoner was present.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks used to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
Correctional Officer
Corrections Corporation of America
Burlington, Colorado
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Monitored inmate conduct in alignment with established policies and regulations.
- Oversaw facility entrances to proactively prohibit escape or unauthorized entry.
- Assigned duties to inmates, provided instructions as needed.
- Drafted daily operational and incident reports detailing inmate rule violations and unusual occurrences.
- Inspected mail for presence of contraband.
- Contributed to search and recapture efforts to detain escapees.
- Issued clothing and commissary purchases to inmates.
Irrigation Electrician
Kerchal Supply
Benkelmen, Nebraska
05.2011 - 01.2016
- Programmed automated controllers with customized settings based on customer preferences and environmental conditions.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning irrigation systems using a variety of tools.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding irrigation system operations and maintenance procedures.
- Installed and maintained irrigation systems, including pumps, valves, sprinklers, controllers and pipes.
- Ran conduit, pulled wire and installed outlets, fixtures, and switches.
Custom Sheet Metal Foreman
Roofmasters
Hays, Kansas
01.2004 - 04.2011
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all local codes, regulations, and safety standards.
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in commercial, residential, and industrial settings.
- Prepared and assembled conduits to connect wiring.
- Repaired faulty wiring connections and replaced damaged items such as switches and outlets.
- Used troubleshooting techniques to identify malfunctions and repair or substitute damaged units.
- Repaired and replaced wiring, removing out-of-date or faulty components.
- Completed repairs on motors, transformers, switchgear assemblies, fuses, circuit breakers, relays and other components of the system.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment, including testing circuits and replacing parts as needed.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejune, North Carolina
10.1999 - 11.2003
- Directly supervised a team of non-commissioned officers to ensure platoon objectives were met.
- Facilitated coordination between higher headquarters staff elements and subordinate units regarding mission planning or execution.
- Monitored physical fitness levels within the platoon ensuring soldiers met standards set forth by regulations.
- Confirmed platoon readiness for campaigns and missions by conducting precombat checks.
- Developed training plans and conducted platoon level training to ensure proficiency in mission essential tasks.
- Maintained accountability of personnel and equipment; monitored the performance of subordinate leaders during field exercises.
- Coordinated with other units for logistical support in hostile environments.
- Evaluated performance of junior officers during field training exercises.
- Provided counsel and mentorship to junior enlisted personnel regarding personal and professional issues.
- Developed and implemented tactical plans while coordinating with higher headquarters.
- Conducted combat patrols and maintained security during missions.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when briefing commanders on mission progress.
- Maintained accountability for all personnel equipment and vehicles assigned to the unit.
- Displayed exceptional leadership skills, motivating troops to perform efficiently under pressure.
- Inspected weapons systems regularly to ensure they were serviceable before use.
- Monitored radio communications between units in order to coordinate activities effectively.
- Utilized effective problem-solving strategies to resolve conflicts among subordinates.
- Disciplined and punished disobedient soldiers in platoon to maintain order.
- Took inventory of platoon supplies and requested rations, water and ammunition for platoon operations.
- Monitored and led platoon during operations to achieve platoon goals and minimize casualties.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changing environments and situations.
- Supervised the maintenance and upkeep of weapons, vehicles, and other equipment.
- Trained soldiers in the use of weapons, tactical maneuvers, and communication systems.
- Led troops on the ground during combat operations in hostile environments.
- Conducted after action reviews to identify areas of improvement for future missions.
- Collaborated with other units to ensure successful completion of assigned missions.
- Developed tactical plans to ensure mission success in high-pressure situations.
- Led a team of personnel in a variety of operations.
Education
Certification in Emergency Medical Services -
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KansasHigh School Diploma -
Solomon High School
Solomon, KansasCertification in High Threat Security Specialist -
SECFOR International
Carlsbad, CaliforniaSkills
- Mental health awareness
- Inmate supervision
- Incident investigation
- Self-defense techniques
- Weapons training
- Physical fitness
- De-escalation techniques
- Defensive tactics
- Staff scheduling
- Policy enforcement
- Firearms operations trained
- Correctional law
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate transport
- Officer training
- Crowd control
- Emergency response
- Offender escort
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Professionalism
- Operational planning
- Staff supervision
- Electrical experience
- Wiring installation
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lighting systems
- Residential construction
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Voltmeter use
- Sub-panel installation
- Electrical panel upgrades
- New construction
- Commercial and residential projects
- Valid [state] driver's license
- Field installation
- Generator installation
- Job planning
- Special operations
- Adaptability in operations
- Specialized equipment usage
- Experience in undercover operations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Calm under pressure
Certification
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care
- High Threat Medic
- Executive Protection
- Electrical Apprentice
- Emergency Response Team
- Special Operations Response Team
- Corrections Search Team
- Greeley SWAT School
- Military Operations in Urban Terrain Instructor
- Tactical Repelling and Suspension Training Instructor
- Corrections Handgun Instructor
- Corrections Rifle Instructor
- Corrections Shotgun Instructor
- Drill Instructor School
- Corrections OC instructor
References
Available upon request
Volunteer Experience
Logan County Sheriff's Office, Sterling, CO, 01/01/17, Present, Executed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments with the use of specialized equipment., Coordinated emergency situations such as medical evacuations or search and rescue operations when necessary., Well versed in assessing weather conditions above the surface before each dive is made., Proven ability to maintain detailed logs regarding all aspects of each dive mission conducted., Experienced in operating complex dive gear such as scuba tanks, regulators, buoyancy compensators, wet suits and other specialized equipment.
Timeline
Interim Process Assistant
Amazon
09.2025 - Current
Sorting Associate
Amazon
07.2025 - Current
Personal Trainer
Forged Fitness
04.2025 - Current
Correctional Lieutenant
Colorado Dept of Corrections
07.2024 - 04.2025
Correctional Sergeant
Colorado Dept of Corrections
01.2024 - 07.2024
Special Operations Response Team
Colorado Department Of Corrections
08.2017 - 10.2024
Correctional Officer
Colorado Dept of Corrections
09.2016 - 01.2024
Correctional Officer
Corrections Corporation of America
01.2016 - 09.2016
Irrigation Electrician
Kerchal Supply
05.2011 - 01.2016
Custom Sheet Metal Foreman
Roofmasters
01.2004 - 04.2011
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
10.1999 - 11.2003
Certification in Emergency Medical Services -
Barton County Community College
High School Diploma -
Solomon High School
Certification in High Threat Security Specialist -
SECFOR International