GARRETT D. RYANS
Stillwater,OK
Summary
Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Jail Administrator
United Sates Marshal Service
Cushing , OK
2023.12 - Current
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the management of inmates in accordance with state and federal laws.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations, including those related to health, safety, security, and civil rights.
- Supervised staff in maintaining order within the jail facility, enforcing rules and regulations, and providing services to inmates.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the jail facility including budgeting, scheduling, staffing levels, inmate classification systems, maintenance programs.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper care of inmates while in custody.
- Conducted investigations into allegations of misconduct or violations of policy by staff or inmates.
- Provided guidance on legal matters relating to incarceration issues such as habeas corpus petitions.
- Prepared reports documenting activities at the jail facility such as incidents involving staff or inmates.
- Oversaw training of new employees regarding policies and procedures related to their job duties.
- Monitored security systems at the jail facility to ensure that they are operating properly and efficiently.
- Evaluated existing practices for effectiveness and recommended changes where appropriate.
- Maintained records on inmate population numbers, court orders, mandates pertaining to sentencing guidelines, programs available for inmates' rehabilitation purposes.
- Served as a liaison between local government agencies and the jail facility.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors supplying goods or services to the jail facility.
- Responded promptly to complaints from staff members or inmates concerning operational issues or potential problems.
- Assessed needs of inmates upon entry into the jail system and developed individualized plans for each one accordingly.
- Reviewed requests from outside organizations seeking access to incarcerated individuals for research projects or other purposes.
- Organized educational programs aimed at helping incarcerated individuals gain skills necessary for successful reintegration into society upon release from prison.
- Created and implemented administrative processes and procedures to prioritize job tasks and establish personnel responsibilities.
- Managed paper or electronic filing systems by recording information, updating paperwork and maintaining documents.
Public Safety Officer
WakeMed Health
Raleigh , NC
2022.12 - 2023.11
- Patrolled parking lots to ensure that vehicles were parked properly and that no unauthorized persons were present.
- Prepared detailed incident reports following investigations.
- Attended training sessions related to public safety issues such as first aid and CPR certification courses.
- Communicated effectively via radio transmissions with other officers while patrolling assigned area.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and policies by performing daily inspections of the facility.
- Monitored traffic flow on campus, providing directions and responding to emergency situations as needed.
- Provided security services for special events and responded to incidents involving alcohol or drugs.
- Inspected buildings and grounds to detect signs of intrusion or vandalism.
- Investigated suspicious activities, disturbances, thefts, or other criminal activity.
- Conducted regular patrols of designated areas within the campus community.
- Responded quickly to alarms, calls for assistance, emergencies, or reports of suspicious persons or activities.
- Interacted professionally with students, faculty members, staff members, visitors, vendors and contractors in a courteous manner.
- Maintained detailed records of all incidents reported including times, locations and descriptions of any suspects involved.
- Performed first aid and CPR when necessary until medical personnel arrived on scene.
Evidence Recovery Team Member
United States Department of Justice, BOP
Butner , NC
2021.08 - 2022.11
- Evaluated and marked crime scene areas and collected physical and biological evidence for processing
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports
- Maintained organized records of all information and material pertinent to open investigations
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements
- Examined crime scenes to obtain evidence for investigations
- Created sketches of and took photographs at crime scenes
- Examined latent fingerprint evidence using various chemicals
- Recreated crime scenes to determine how gathered evidence fits together
- Operated photographic and video equipment to document evidence of crime scenes.
AFGE Local 0408 Union Steward
United States Department of Justice, BOP
Butner , NC
2021.02 - 2022.11
- Researched disciplinary and grievance issues and recommended optimal courses of action
- Negotiated collective bargaining agreements on behalf of companies
- Provided advice and interpretation of labor relations policies and agreements to enhance company positions
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other
- Taught frontline leadership how to improve labor and management interactions thereby reduce grievances and arbitration needs
- Assessed risk levels associated with collective bargaining strategies.
Federal Correctional Officer
United States Department of Justice, BOP
Butner , NC
2019.09 - 2022.11
- Serves as Introduction to Correctional Techniques Instructor
- Serves on the Evidence Recovery Team (ERT)
- Served as Union Steward for AFGE Local 0408 Union
- Supervise activities of inmates
- Inspect facilities to ensure that they meet security and safety standards
- Maintained communications with staff and inmate body to maintain safe, effective prison environment
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints
- Performed warrant pick-ups and turnovers at other jails and prisons
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts
- Transported inmates to and from personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
Detention Deputy
Wayne County Sheriff's Office
Goldsboro , NC
2018.12 - 2019.09
- Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court and other institutions
- Exercised surveillance and control over numerous inmates
- Performed searches of people, vehicles, mail items and dormitories
- Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts
- Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities
- Conducted investigations, drafted summaries and devised recommendations for HR Manager
- Planned, implemented, and conducted training for new hires.
Correctional Officer II
North Carolina Department of Public Safety
Goldsboro , NC
2018.01 - 2018.11
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs
- Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, telephone and shower time
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations
- Performed warrant pick-ups and turnovers at other jails and prisons
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband
- Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
Grocery Stock Clerk
Harris Teeter
Goldsboro , NC
2017.05 - 2018.01
- Checked shelves for damaged or expired items and promptly removed for disposal
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis
- Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise
- Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction
- Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies
- Replenished items to maintain stock availability
- Minimized waste by keeping stock correctly rotated and implementing promotions for older products.
Clerical Assistant
Wayne Community College
Goldsboro , NC
2016.09 - 2017.03
- Sorted and distributed business correspondence to correct department or staff member, reducing dropped communications and enabling faster responses to key requests
- Kept Office records organized and supplies well-stocked for optimal team performance
- Assisted team members with special projects by coordinating records and resources to meet expected requirements
- Enhanced recordkeeping storage space and usability by reorganizing physical filing systems
- Sorted and distributed employees mail with accuracy and filed specified mail
- Oversaw project planning tasks, collaborating with Financial Aid Specialist to provide optimal coverage across operations areas
- Supported office needs including taking messages, scanning documents and routing business correspondence
- Automated Office operations while managing record tracking and data communications.
Education
Law Enforcement Certification - Basic Law Enforcement/Correctional Academy
Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy
Glynco, GA2020-07
Office of Training and Standards - N.C State Correctional Officer Certification
NCDPS Training Academy
Greenville2018-02
High School Diploma -
Charles B Aycock High School
Pikeville, NC2016-06
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid/CPR
- Public safety and security
- Crime scene investigations
- Investigative experience
- Evidence collection
- Defensive tactics training
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Crisis management
- Human Resources
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Workshop and conference presentations
- Public speaking
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Response Orientation
- Safety Procedures
- Inmate Monitoring
- Administration And Management Skills
- Data Entry
- Inmate Supervision
- Budget Administration
- Crisis Management
- Program implementation
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Business Correspondence
- Schedule Management
- Administrative Management
- Staff Scheduling
- Contract Administration
- Database Administration
- Service Coordination
- Policy Management
Certification
- Basic Correctional Service Training
- Gang Intelligence Training
- CPR Training
- Basic Law Enforcement Firearms Certified, USDOJ, BOP/NCDPS
- OC (Less Lethal Ammunitions) Certified, NCDPS/Wayne County Sheriffs' Office
- Incident Command System Certification, FEMA
Collateral Duties And Honors
- Team Member, Evidence Recovery Team (ERT)
- Union Steward, AFGE Local 0408 Union
- Special Act Award
- Instructor, ICT Phase 1
Timeline
Jail Administrator
United Sates Marshal Service
2023.12 - Current
Public Safety Officer
WakeMed Health
2022.12 - 2023.11
Evidence Recovery Team Member
United States Department of Justice, BOP
2021.08 - 2022.11
AFGE Local 0408 Union Steward
United States Department of Justice, BOP
2021.02 - 2022.11
Federal Correctional Officer
United States Department of Justice, BOP
2019.09 - 2022.11
Detention Deputy
Wayne County Sheriff's Office
2018.12 - 2019.09
Correctional Officer II
North Carolina Department of Public Safety
2018.01 - 2018.11
Grocery Stock Clerk
Harris Teeter
2017.05 - 2018.01
Clerical Assistant
Wayne Community College
2016.09 - 2017.03
Law Enforcement Certification - Basic Law Enforcement/Correctional Academy
Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy
Office of Training and Standards - N.C State Correctional Officer Certification
NCDPS Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Charles B Aycock High School
- Basic Correctional Service Training
- Gang Intelligence Training
- CPR Training
- Basic Law Enforcement Firearms Certified, USDOJ, BOP/NCDPS
- OC (Less Lethal Ammunitions) Certified, NCDPS/Wayne County Sheriffs' Office
- Incident Command System Certification, FEMA
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