Deandra Starks
Little Rock,AR
Summary
I am a skilled team focused individual with experience in the military and corrections. I thrive in team settings and excel in crisis situations due to my ability to remain level headed and make sound decisions. I am dedicated and passionate about all tasks I undertake, and I am committed to being a valuable asset to any team I join.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
CHI St.Vincent
Little Rock, AR
12.2023 - Current
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Transporting Psych patients/Inmates to and from the Mental Health units.
- Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
Correctional Officer
Hawkins Unit
Wrightsville, AR
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
Culinary Specialist
United States Army
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Trained kitchen staff on proper knife handling, sanitation procedures, and safety regulations.
- Performed quality control checks on all cooked foods before serving them to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Planned and prepared meals for large groups of people, using standardized recipes.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding storage, preparation, and service of food items.
- Executed advanced cooking techniques such as braising, roasting, poaching, and sautéing.
Education
Hamburg High School
Hamburg, AR05-2016
Skills
- Emergency Response
- CCTV Monitoring
- Arrest procedures
- CCTV Surveillance
- Stationary surveillance
- Staff Management
- Emergency Management
- Crime Prevention
- Military experience
- Physical Fitness
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
- US Army Basic Training Graduate
Certification
- CPR
- BLS
Timeline
Security Officer
CHI St.Vincent
12.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Hawkins Unit
11.2022 - 10.2024
Culinary Specialist
United States Army
08.2016 - 12.2019
Hamburg High School
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