Burgundy Lester
Eufaula,AL
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic job seeker with a strong aptitude for organization. Committed to contributing to the success of the team and helping achieve company objectives. Known for meticulous attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively. Proven track record of effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Deputy
Lee County Sheriff Department
04.2024 - Current
- Transported inmates safely to court appearances, medical appointments, or other off-site locations as required.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment for visitors during visitation hours, conducting thorough searches and monitoring interactions between inmates and their guests.
- Enhanced safety within the correctional facility through diligent monitoring of inmates and their activities.
- Documented inmate behavior patterns over time, enabling identification of trends that may require intervention or support from mental health professionals or case managers.
- Worked closely with probation officers on post-release supervision plans, ensuring successful reintegration into the community.
- Conducted thorough cell searches, resulting in the discovery and confiscation of contraband items.
- Collaborated with fellow deputies to maintain a secure environment for both staff and inmates.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate information to ensure proper classification and housing assignments.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with best practices in corrections management and security procedures.
- Improved inmate behavior by consistently enforcing facility rules and regulations.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
Online Personal Shopper
Walmart
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Reviews orders prior to pick up for accuracy and purchase-by dates.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
- Worked productively with customers to meet order requirements and service expectations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Established strong rapport with repeat clients, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and reliability.
Laborer Operator/ Quality Assurance Specialist
Tyson Foods
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Supported team members by sharing knowledge of proper tool usage, safety procedures, and other essential skills for job success.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects, contributing to a safe and productive work environment.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Ensured product compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant standards and guidelines, implementing necessary changes to maintain conformance.
Detention Officer
Corecivic
05.2017 - 08.2023
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates
- Supervised and controlled behavior of 300+ inmates
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Provided counseling and guidance to inmates to boost wellbeing.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances
- Welcomed visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Interacted with visitors by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Monitored security to help maintain equipment, data and information safety.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence
Crew Member Trainer
Wendy's Restaurant
10.2015 - 04.2017
- Evaluated value of training programs to determine achievement of desired outcomes, applying necessary modifications.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
Cashier
Burger King
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases
Library Student Assistant
Wallace Community College
02.2015 - 05.2015
- Handled receipt processing for book, audio-visual and computer software inventories.
- Maintained accurate records and confidentiality of library book and periodical inventory.
- Assisted library staff with clerical duties to help lighten workload.
- Kept detailed records of lending transactions and library users.
- Answered phone and in-person inquiries about library services, policies and procedures to provide accurate information.
- Managed library materials for accurate record-keeping.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminalistics And Criminal Science
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL08.2015
High School Diploma -
Eufaula High School
Eufaula, AL05.2013
Skills
- Federal Regulations
- File and Record Maintenance
- Team Leadership
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Time Management Skills
- Clerical Support
- CPR Certified
- Data Entry
- Medical Terminology
- Management and Administrative support
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service and Assistance
- Inmate Supervision
- Restraint Techniques
- Verbal Communication
- Security Procedures
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Patrol techniques
- Defensive Tactics
- Correctional facility procedures
- Safety and security enforcement
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Inmate monitoring
- Booking procedures
- File and record maintenance
- Search and seizure procedures
- Weapons training
- Suicide Prevention
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Policy Enforcement
- Emergency Response
- Dispatch
Certification
CPR Certified
OC Certified
Jail Management Program
Timeline
Correctional Deputy
Lee County Sheriff Department
04.2024 - Current
Online Personal Shopper
Walmart
03.2024 - 04.2024
Laborer Operator/ Quality Assurance Specialist
Tyson Foods
09.2023 - 03.2024
Detention Officer
Corecivic
05.2017 - 08.2023
Crew Member Trainer
Wendy's Restaurant
10.2015 - 04.2017
Cashier
Burger King
05.2015 - 08.2015
Library Student Assistant
Wallace Community College
02.2015 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Eufaula High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminalistics And Criminal Science
Auburn University-Montgomery