Jerry Bass
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Achieved significant efficiency improvements at Daimler/ Chrysler by optimizing production processes and reducing defect rates. Demonstrated exceptional mentoring and resourcefulness at Indiana School For The Deaf, enhancing student academic success and well-being. Expert in policy enforcement and active listening, fostering a collaborative and productive environment across diverse settings. Approachable individual with excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Passionate about helping others succeed with proven track record in developing successful mentoring relationships with students. Fosters sense of community among residents to support individuals in times of need.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Dorm Parent
Indiana School For The Deaf
Indianapolis, IN
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff to foster open communication channels.
- Promoted academic success by providing study spaces, resources, and support for students in the residence hall.
- Ensured student well-being by conducting regular room inspections and addressing any safety or maintenance concerns.
- Established emergency response protocols to address medical, behavioral, or other crises within the dormitory setting.
- Oversaw and monitored activities of residents in recreation activities, dining and visitation areas.
Law Library Clerk
Indiana Department Of Corrections
Indianapolis, IN
02.2017 - 05.2024
- Implemented effective inventory management practices, ensuring accurate tracking of all library assets.
- Assisted in the development of library policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant legal guidelines and best practices.
- Increased library usage by promoting available resources through newsletters, workshops, and training sessions.
- Enhanced user experience by creating a comprehensive cataloguing system for the law library resources.
- Created a welcoming environment within the law library, fostering productive study habits among users and encouraging frequent visits.
- Coordinated with other law libraries to facilitate interlibrary loan services, expanding access to resources for patrons beyond the local collection.
- Maintained proper circulation records, resolving overdue items issues efficiently while minimizing losses due to unreturned materials.
Foundry Technician
Daimler / Chrysler
Indianapolis, IN
02.1981 - 02.1998
- Conducted thorough root-cause analyses to identify areas for improvement in production processes, resulting in reduced defect rates.
- Improved foundry efficiency by streamlining production processes and optimizing equipment usage.
- Enhanced product quality through meticulous inspection and proactive identification of defects.
- Performed routine maintenance on foundry equipment, extending service life and reducing unplanned downtime.
- Actively participated in industry conferences and workshops, staying abreast of emerging trends and best practices within the foundry sector.
- Troubleshot technical issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
Education
Leadership School / Drill Sgt. Academy - Military Technologies
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Fort Benning, GA1988
Skills
- Patience and Tolerance
- Resourcefulness and Creativity
- Role Modeling
- Collaborative Approach
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Boundary Setting
- Assertiveness Training
- Self-Awareness and Reflection
- Activity Planning
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Policy Enforcement
- Active Listening
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of a positive secure dorm setting.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Additional Information
A group setting using the sharing circle concept allowed me to facilitated classes for sharing the real life examples of the topics presented in various books, videos, and other materials used for each class as well as various examples of how to problem solve in ways that worked and ways that didn't. In this relational way of facilitating, participants and I grew, while keeping the material presented relevant at all times. Some of the other structured group activities I was privileged to lead included skits, creative writing activities, presentations, essays, poster and poem projects that encouraged Personal Development & Utilize Character Building Tools.
A few of the classes that I feel privileged to have facilitated/ mentored were as followed ; Emotions and You, Nonviolent Communications, Safe People Boundaries, Anger Management, 21 Laws of Leadership,Making a Difference, Relationships,Thinking for a Change,Culinary Arts, Logistics (CLA &CLT certification).
Languages
ASL American Sign Language
Limited Working
ASL American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Law Library Clerk
Indiana Department Of Corrections
02.2017 - 05.2024
Foundry Technician
Daimler / Chrysler
02.1981 - 02.1998
Dorm Parent
Indiana School For The Deaf
Leadership School / Drill Sgt. Academy - Military Technologies
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning