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Derek Mellino

Evans,GA

Summary

Experienced professional with a proven record in law enforcement, dispatch, warehouse, and supervisory roles. Skilled in communication, scheduling, report writing, and team coordination. Brings strong security awareness and dependable leadership to high-responsibility environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sheriff

Columbia County Sheriff's Office
Appling, Georgia
12.2024 - Current
  • Supervised safe, legal, and humane inmate custody across male pods to ensure security and compliance.
  • Assisted arresting and booking officers during intake processing to facilitate efficient operations.
  • Trained as a rover across pods, including medical areas, with certification in handgun, rifle, oleoresin capsicum, and taser.
  • Achieved certifications in handgun, rifle, oleoresin capsicum, and taser through state-mandated training programs to enhance operational readiness.

Front Desk Supervisor

Evans Fitness Club
Evans , GA
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided part-time support for daily operations across various tasks.
  • Managed front counter activities daily, enhancing service delivery.
  • Completed daily reviews to identify possible membership issues.
  • Taught group fitness classes.
  • Followed safety procedures and workplace policies to support safe operations.
  • Monitored schedules and addressed staffing gaps to ensure optimal coverage.
  • Assisted sales team with membership support.
  • Checked daily maintenance and cleaning tasks.
  • Helped motivate, organize, train, and discipline the staff.

Warehouse Manager

Meco
Augusta , GA
09.2023 - 11.2024
  • Smooth warehouse and parts counter operations supported timely service and daily workflow.
  • Improved stock control through consistent updates to inventory tracking system.
  • Early review of inventory trends helped identify stock issues before delays developed.
  • Inventory stock and contracted job orders moved forward through accurate purchase order processing and approval.
  • Inventory flow stayed consistent through shipping and receiving support for incoming and outgoing items.
  • Customer satisfaction improved through support for sales part orders and customer inquiries.
  • Accurate cycle counts reinforced inventory control and record reliability.
  • Operational consistency improved through training on workflows and standards.
  • Inventory records stayed current through supervision of counts and stock updates.
  • Safe operations stayed aligned with procedures and policy requirements.

Service Coordinator

Total Comfort Heating & Cooling L.l.c
Evans, GA
01.2022 - 09.2023

Coordinated part-order corrections, repair quotes, and invoicing to ensure timely progress of commercial HVAC projects.

  • Provided dependable dispatch and scheduling support to keep daily service tasks on track.
  • Scheduled customer and field staff appointments.
  • Communicated schedule changes to customers and technicians.
  • Tracked parts requests for HVAC service visits to ensure timely availability of components.
  • Addressed customer inquiries regarding repairs and maintenance visits to enhance service satisfaction.
  • Updated work orders and service records in office systems.
  • Managed contract entry review, vendor purchase orders, warehouse shipments, tool check-out, and monthly safety meeting setup to maintain efficient office operations.

Dispatch Coordinator

Johnson Controls
Nashua, New Hampshire
12.2017 - 12.2021

• Supervised, scheduled, dispatched, and coordinated team of 12 technicians for alarm and sprinkler inspections in line with NFPA guidelines. • Collaborated with multiple departments to expedite call closure and billing, enhancing branch revenue flow. • Supported national accounts and sales teams with inspection and service location surveys, and filled in for field inspections during attendance gaps.

  • Prioritized emergency calls to ensure timely technician response. and routed technicians to active job sites.
  • Scheduled work orders using dispatch systems and service calendars.
  • Informed customers about appointment changes and service updates to maintain clear communication.

Instructor

Defensive Edge
Wakefield, Massachusetts
05.2002 - 03.2020
  • Prepared lesson plans for defensive edge classroom instruction and skill practice.
  • Led lectures, demonstrations, and group activities to improve the learning experience.
  • Coached students through drills, posture, and controlled response techniques.
  • Supported diverse age groups in martial arts through structured curriculum and skill-based ranking evaluations.
  • Developed and delivered fitness and self-defense training plans to enhance participant experience.
  • Assessed student performance and tailored support to address individual learning needs.
  • Created instructional plans aligned with student needs, goals, and objectives.
  • Applied marketing strategies that supported noticeable headcount growth.

Skills

  • Jail management systems
  • Incident report writing
  • Firearms qualification
  • Intake processing
  • Evidence handling
  • Inmate supervision
  • Self-defense training
  • Training and development
  • Security management
  • Data entry skills
  • Communication skills
  • First aid certification
  • CPR and AED instruction
  • Conflict management strategies
  • Law enforcement expertise
  • Supervisory experience
  • Leadership abilities
  • Leadership
  • CPR
  • Filing
  • Management

Timeline

Deputy Sheriff

Columbia County Sheriff's Office
12.2024 - Current

Warehouse Manager

Meco
09.2023 - 11.2024

Front Desk Supervisor

Evans Fitness Club
01.2022 - Current

Service Coordinator

Total Comfort Heating & Cooling L.l.c
01.2022 - 09.2023

Dispatch Coordinator

Johnson Controls
12.2017 - 12.2021

Instructor

Defensive Edge
05.2002 - 03.2020
Derek Mellino