James Wesley
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Personable City Letter Carrier bringing many years of industry experience including route delivery and collection. Strong knowledge of postal products, services, and procedures. Proven history of building rapport with postal customers to foster satisfaction.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
City Letter Carrier
US Post Service
Baton Rouge, LA
03.1994 - 04.2022
- Provided customers with information about products and services offered by the Post Office.
- Collaborated with other carriers in order to complete routes efficiently and effectively.
- Ensured that all safety guidelines were followed during deliveries.
- Organized incoming, outgoing mail in order to ensure timely delivery, pickup.
- Loaded mail into delivery vehicle according to established procedures.
- Assisted customers with change of address forms when needed.
- Reported any suspicious activities to supervisors immediately.
- Adhered to all USPS regulations as they pertain to letter carrier duties.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls from the public concerning postal service matters.
- Researched customer inquiries related to delivery status of packages or letters.
- Maintained records of items delivered or collected for delivery.
- Followed through on instructions given by post office management.
- Operated company vehicle in a safe manner while delivering mail along the assigned route.
- Delivered mail and packages to residences and businesses on a daily basis.
- Inspected mailboxes for proper installation and condition.
- Processed customer complaints regarding postal service issues promptly and accurately.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles prior to use.
- Collected mail from distribution and prepared in sequence for efficient delivery.
- Adhered to postal regulations and maintained knowledge of commonly used products and procedures.
- Acquired customer signature for registered and insured mail.
- Used portable electronic scanner to track parcels and record tracking progress.
- Furnished customers with postal information, change-of-address cards and other postal forms.
- Researched road conditions for assigned route to identify road construction and potential delays.
- Handled undeliverable mail in accordance with established procedures.
- Maintained professional and effective public relations with customers and community members.
- Delivered and collects mail on foot or by vehicle under varying road and weather conditions.
- Delivered mail along prescribed route and retrieved additional mail from relay boxes.
- Cleaned and checked over vehicle after completion of daily deliveries.
- Delivered various types of mail on routes according to strict timelines.
- Delivered mail to residents and business within assigned area.
- Routed all classes of mail in sequence of delivery along established route.
- Sorted mail for delivery, arranging mail in delivery sequence.
- Provided change-of-address cards and other postal forms upon customer request.
- Scanned labels on letters or parcels to confirm receipt.
- Used road maps or GPS to verify routes and designated addresses.
- Assisted customers by lifting heavy packages and placing parcels by front door or garage.
- Collected outgoing mail from homes and businesses to deliver to post office for processing.
- Obtained signed receipts for registered, certified and insured mail, collecting associated charges and completing necessary paperwork.
- Inspected delivery vehicle prior to shift, immediately reporting problems and safety hazards to supervisors.
- Observed road rules, weather, and road conditions and other factors to maintain safe driving record.
Military Police Officer
US Army
05.1973 - 04.1993
- Provided crowd control during large public events or demonstrations.
- Conducted random checks of personnel identification cards for security purposes.
- Enforced traffic laws by issuing citations when necessary.
- Dispatched police units via radio communications system when necessary.
- Provided physical security and law enforcement services to military personnel, facilities, and resources.
- Conducted investigations of criminal activity related to the US military.
- Adhered to all state and federal laws while performing duties as a Military Police Officer.
- Maintained weapons qualifications through regular firearms training exercises.
- Performed inspections of work areas to ensure safety standards are met and maintained.
- Responded to emergency situations such as natural disasters or civil disturbances.
- Interacted with members of the public in a professional manner while representing the US Army.
- Monitored CCTV systems for suspicious activity or potential threats.
- Prepared detailed reports on investigations and other police activities.
- Investigated complaints from military personnel regarding alleged violations of UCMJ or other regulations.
- Developed plans for responding to terrorist incidents or other high-risk scenarios.
- Enforced applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and orders in accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
- Assisted in providing training for junior officers in areas such as use of force policy and proper investigative techniques.
- Supervised military police activities including patrol operations, traffic control points, and special events.
- Conducted patrols of assigned areas on foot or by vehicle as needed.
- Gathered evidence at crime scenes; interviewed victims, witnesses, suspects.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies during joint operations.
- Participated in daily briefings with senior command staff to discuss current operations and any new directives from higher headquarters.
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations and unusual activities.
- Mitigated risk with immediate emergency response security.
- Enforced military laws and regulations.
- Diffused hostile situations with effective negotiation techniques.
- Directed and controlled crowds at base functions and organized and recorded facts to prepare incident reports.
- Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion.
- Improved overall operations planning efficiency by appropriately supervising dispatch movement during security incidents.
- Composed reports on daily activities and incidents, which encompassed theft, and damage to property, presence of unauthorized individuals and other unexpected situations.
- Supervised maintenance of tactical plans and equipment while monitoring personnel, improving overall preparedness for emergencies.
- Provided 24-hour armed internal security for multiple events by monitoring security equipment and operational logbooks to control building access.
- Managed law enforcement, criminal investigations, safety protocols and civil disturbances.
- Traveled to foreign territories to set up and defend military camps.
- Completed regular patrols of assigned areas within operations areas.
- Managed traffic control on base, including the enforcement of speed limits and vehicle regulations.
- Enforced military laws and regulations, including the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
- Enforced drug and alcohol policies, conducting searches and tests as authorized.
- Acted as a liaison between the military community and local civilian authorities to foster cooperative relationships.
- Provided physical security for designated areas, including weapon storage facilities and sensitive information centers.
- Reviewed and updated emergency response plans and procedures to ensure readiness for crises.
- Patrolled specific areas on foot and on motorized conveyance to respond promptly to calls for assistance.
- Facilitated conflict-resolution by implementing protocols and investigating issues through resolution.
- Investigated criminal activities, collected evidence, and prepared detailed reports for military prosecutors.
- Participated in joint operations with civilian law enforcement agencies when required.
- Managed detainee operations, including processing, supervision, and transport of detainees.
- Conducted regular patrols on military bases to ensure the safety and security of personnel and assets.
- Maintained detailed records and logs of all incidents and actions taken during shifts.
- Led and trained junior military police officers in law enforcement tactics and procedures.
- Responded to emergency calls for service, providing immediate assistance and coordinating with other emergency response teams as necessary.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of security operations for special events and VIP visits.
- Coordinated with legal, medical, and mental health professionals to address the needs of victims and suspects.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations of suspects and witnesses as part of criminal investigations.
- Administered first aid and emergency medical treatment to injured persons until medical personnel arrived.
- Operated security equipment, including surveillance cameras, metal detectors, and vehicle inspection systems.
- Developed and implemented security plans for the protection of critical assets and infrastructure.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
Education
GED -
Korea US High School
South Korea, Seoul05-1975
Skills
- Load Balancing
- Postal regulations
- Mail delivery
- Safe Driving
- Postal law knowledge
- Accountability
- Mail Sorting
- Safety awareness
- Weather Tolerance
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Vehicle Maintenance
Accomplishments
- Yes
- Available DD Form 214
Affiliations
- I enjoy life to the fullest, But I treasury sports, music, television series, cook, and fishing
Timeline
City Letter Carrier
US Post Service
03.1994 - 04.2022
Military Police Officer
US Army
05.1973 - 04.1993
GED -
Korea US High School