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GAITOR KENNETH

Plantation,FL

Summary

Administrative/clerical assistant with experience in customer service, whose attentiveness to detail, office procedures and protocol, coupled by an outgoing and conscientious professional demeanor, helps improve service delivery and achieve company objectives and goals successfully.

I'm a Certified Correctional Officer. Customer Service Specialist. Experienced administrative/clerical assistance.

A quick learner with active listening skills; able to multi-task effectively. Superb team player and eager to learn new projects also detailed oriented Reliable, trustworthy and punctual.

Security threat group Captain

RRT team member and DT instructor

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Officer Captain

Critical Response Strategies
Miami
06.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to promote seamless operations between the correctional facility and external organizations when handling incidents involving inmates outside of the institution''s boundaries.
  • Managed emergency situations effectively, keeping staff and inmates safe during incidents such as lockdowns or evacuations.
  • Supported officer growth through mentorship opportunities while leading a team of correctional professionals towards achieving department goals collectively.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations through meticulous documentation and record-keeping practices.
  • Enhanced facility security by implementing effective surveillance and monitoring procedures.
  • Reduced inmate altercations through consistent communication and conflict resolution strategies.

Correctional Captain

Geo Group Inc
South Bay, FL
04.2025 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw budget management, optimizing resource allocation for maximum operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with interdepartmental teams to develop cohesive strategies for inmate management.
  • Boosted overall safety levels by conducting regular emergency drills and educating staff on response procedures.
  • Coordinated successful responses to emergencies by developing detailed contingency plans in collaboration with other departments.
  • Upheld high ethical standards within the correctional facility by addressing misconduct promptly and transparently.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for subordinate officers, providing constructive feedback and guidance for career development.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication channels and regular team-building activities.
  • Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
  • Improved staff retention with comprehensive training programs and mentorship initiatives.
  • Monitored and supervised inmate activities, ensuring adherence to established rules and regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations governing correctional facilities through ongoing audits and assessments.
  • Streamlined daily operations for increased efficiency by delegating tasks to appropriate personnel.
  • Managed high-risk situations effectively, applying crisis intervention techniques when necessary.
  • Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
  • Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Correctional Lieutenant

Geo Group Inc
South Bay, FL
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy before forwarding them up the chain of command for further action if needed.
  • Served as a role model for subordinate staff by consistently demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment within the correctional facility.
  • Utilized strong conflict resolution skills to defuse tense situations among inmates or staff members, maintaining order within the facility.
  • Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication among team members and adherence to protocol.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into incidents, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up actions were taken.

Correctional Officer Sergeant

Geo Group Inc
South Bay, FL
06.2021 - 02.2025
  • Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
  • Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct or rule violations, resulting in fair disciplinary actions when necessary.
  • Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
  • Reduced instances of violence within the institution through effective conflict resolution strategies and communication skills.
  • Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
  • Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.

Security Officer

Wellpath Recovery Solutions
Pembroke Pines, FL
01.2020 - Current
  • Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
  • Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
  • Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
  • Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.

Skill Labor

Alpha Wrecking
FT.LAUDERDALE, Florida
06.2019 - 01.2020
  • Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
  • Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Efficiently prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.

CORRECTION OFFICER

Florida Department Of Corrections
Miami, Florida
10.2017 - 03.2019
  • FLorida dept of correction, florida.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.

Staff Service Aide

City Of Miami Police Department
Miami, Florida
05.2016 - 06.2017

Perform data entry on RUDS, Tracs and Irms system.

Handle and maintain police and accident reports.

Enter reports into system for filing.

Respond to questions from visitors and callers.

File documents, relay an deliver messages.

Security Officer

Kent Security Services Inc.
Miami, FL
12.2013 - 02.2016
  • Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
  • Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.

Finisher

Finisher, Robins and Morton’s
Miami, FL
02.2013 - 12.2013
  • Monitored inventory of key tools and materials used at each project site to provide consistent availability.
  • Learned diverse construction trades skills, including basic carpentry, painting and plastering.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.

Correction Tech

Kissimmee Transition House
Kissimmee, FL
06.2011 - 01.2013
  • Completed all job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
  • Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.

Laborer

Aetna Construction, Inc
Kissimmee, FL
08.2008 - 08.2011
  • Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
  • Learned diverse construction trades skills, including basic carpentry, painting and plastering.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks, including, sweeping, pulling weeds, painting and power washing.
  • Completed heavy labor tasks, including paving roads, hauling materials and digging ditches.

Education

Highschool Diploma -

Miami Edison Senior Highschool
Miami, FL
5 2007

Skills

  • Computer proficient with basic Micro-Soft Word, Excel, Power Point, and data entry systems
  • Data entry
  • Power Point
  • Criminal Law Knowledge
  • CCTV Surveillance
  • File and records management
  • Weapons training
  • Basic
  • Excel
  • Word
  • Crime Prevention Methods
  • Safety and Security
  • Firearms expert
  • Superior customer service

Certification

FDLE Correction Officer Cert 4/19/2018

Concealed Weapons Permit

CPR/AED 01/2020

References

Correctional Colonel Brenda Branford

(863) 233-7743

Police Officer, Sherica Smith

954-393-4589

Correctional Lieutenant Willie Cone

(561) 294-6824

Timeline

Correctional Officer Captain

Critical Response Strategies
06.2025 - Current

Correctional Captain

Geo Group Inc
04.2025 - 07.2025

Correctional Lieutenant

Geo Group Inc
02.2025 - 04.2025

Correctional Officer Sergeant

Geo Group Inc
06.2021 - 02.2025

Security Officer

Wellpath Recovery Solutions
01.2020 - Current

Skill Labor

Alpha Wrecking
06.2019 - 01.2020

CORRECTION OFFICER

Florida Department Of Corrections
10.2017 - 03.2019

Staff Service Aide

City Of Miami Police Department
05.2016 - 06.2017

Security Officer

Kent Security Services Inc.
12.2013 - 02.2016

Finisher

Finisher, Robins and Morton’s
02.2013 - 12.2013

Correction Tech

Kissimmee Transition House
06.2011 - 01.2013

Laborer

Aetna Construction, Inc
08.2008 - 08.2011

Highschool Diploma -

Miami Edison Senior Highschool
GAITOR KENNETH