Cierra walker
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic Recreation Specialist with Geo Group Inc. skilled in program development and critical thinking. Proven track record in enhancing community engagement through innovative recreational programs. Adept at conflict resolution and clear communication, fostering positive relationships while ensuring safety and compliance. Committed to optimizing performance and delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments.
Seasoned Recreation Specialist highly effective at managing all aspects of activities, including safety, administration and documentation. Enthusiastic about developing robust events calendars with diverse options.
High-energy Recreational Leader adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize budgetary resources while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Specialist
Geo Group Inc
08.2024 - Current
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Planned and evaluated recreation and athletic programs with recreation director to support community.
- Coordinated safety planning and implementation.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
Officer
GEO Group Inc., South Texas Detention Complex
04.2018 - 08.2024
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Edwards Waters College
Jacksonville, FL05-2015
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Program development
- Conflict resolution
- Clear communication
- Time management
- Emotional awareness
- Patient support
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Timeline
Recreation Specialist
Geo Group Inc
08.2024 - Current
Officer
GEO Group Inc., South Texas Detention Complex
04.2018 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Edwards Waters College
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