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James Knight

Public Services
Jacksonville,FL

Summary

High qualified season veteran seeking transportation and logistic role to support commuting efforts by transporting passengers over scheduled routes and special excursions. Adheres to safety practices and follows codes, policies, regulations, and laws for operating passenger vehicles while preparing and maintaining accurate records. Maintains valid class B CDL driver license and consistently exercises sound judgment to transport passengers and maintaining customer satisfaction.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
06.2007 - 10.2022
  • Signed to an outside hospital: Memorial, Jacksonville, Florida.
  • Transporting medical discharge inmates from Memorial Hospital, i.e., "wheelchair- and stretcher-bound, and medically disabled patients," with operation of lift and wheelchair and stretcher vans, back to the State Regional Medical Center (RMC).
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.


Logistics Team Member

Bridges Of America Jacksonville Florida
06.2006 - 06.2017
  • Transport work releases inmates to and from jobs.
  • Transported work-release inmates throughout Jacksonville, seeking employment.
  • Developed and executed logistics plans for successful project completion, ensuring on-time arrivals of work-release inmate to their specific jobs.
  • Facilitated open communication between team members and management, fostering a transparent work environment that promoted accountability and trust.

Mall Security

Regency Mall Jacksonville
01.2004 - 07.2006

Overseeing public safety in and around the mall facility.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Military Police Sergeant

US Navy
02.1986 - 10.2003
  • Conducted thorough searches of vehicles at entry points to prevent unauthorized access or contraband on base premises.
  • Improved evidence collection processes by creating detailed documentation guidelines that enhanced overall investigative accuracy.
  • Conducted thorough background checks on personnel and visitors, mitigating potential risks by verifying identities and affiliations.
  • Increased efficiency of team communication by implementing clear protocols and providing training on proper radio etiquette.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nottoway High School
Nottoway County, VA
05.2001 -

Skills

Passenger assistance

Vehicle maintenance

Patience and empathy

Accident prevention strategies

Defensive driving techniques

Record keeping proficiency

Fuel efficiency maximization

Traffic regulations compliance

Safe driving

Punctuality

Vehicle inspection

Clean driving record

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
06.2007 - 10.2022

Logistics Team Member

Bridges Of America Jacksonville Florida
06.2006 - 06.2017

Mall Security

Regency Mall Jacksonville
01.2004 - 07.2006

High School Diploma -

Nottoway High School
05.2001 -

Military Police Sergeant

US Navy
02.1986 - 10.2003
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