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Karson Richards

Poughkeepsie,NY

Summary

Retired Non-Commissioned Officer with strong record service and designation. Brings advanced leadership and troop development abilities honed over career with increasing responsibility. Highly trained in offensive and defensive tactics, intelligence and weapons.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Asset Protection Specialist

Gap Inc
09.2022 - Current
  • Reviewed CCTV and audited EAS and exception reports to identify dishonest activity, theft and fraud.
  • Regularly audited operational procedures, identifying areas for improvement to minimize losses due to error or inefficiency.
  • Increased employee awareness of loss prevention strategies through comprehensive training programs.
  • Developed strong working relationships with store employees, fostering a culture of accountability in protecting company assets.
  • Reported hazardous or unsafe conditions to management to reduce risk of injury.
  • Maintained a professional demeanor when interacting with customers, employees, and law enforcement officials during investigations or incidents.
  • Wrote reports outlining activities and results.
  • Patrolled store departments to check for suspicious activities.
  • Utilized security systems and CCTV to monitor store activities and detect possible security incidents.
  • Kept patrons and employees safe and from criminal activity.

Assistant Manager

AutoZone
03.2022 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Soldier

Jamaica Defense Force
07.1996 - 07.2014
  • Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
  • Cultivated excellent worth ethic, dedication to duty and timeliness in work actions.
  • Worked in small groups to accomplish complex goals within tight deadlines and standards.
  • Developed expertise in small arms use, care and accountability.
  • Provided tactical and technical guidance to facilitate unit duties.
  • Maintained accurate, updated files on civilian and military personnel in battalion.
  • Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
  • Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
  • Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
  • Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
  • Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
  • Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
  • Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
  • Excelled in specialized training courses to enhance technical expertise in specific areas of military operations.
  • Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vere Technical High.
07.1994

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Squad Leadership
  • Positive Attitude
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Secure Communication
  • Team Building
  • Risk Assessments
  • Asset Protection
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Safety Regulations
  • Weapons Handling
  • Training and Development
  • Combat Operations
  • Training Coordination
  • Small Arms Weaponry
  • Battlefield Troop Movements
  • Survival and Evasion
  • Signals Intelligence
  • Squad leadership
  • Offensive tactics

Personal Information

Title: Administration and Security

Name

Hi, I’m Karson Sydonia Richards

Education and Training

Went to Vere Technical High School Trained at Jamaica Defense Force.

Timeline

Asset Protection Specialist

Gap Inc
09.2022 - Current

Assistant Manager

AutoZone
03.2022 - Current

Soldier

Jamaica Defense Force
07.1996 - 07.2014

High School Diploma -

Vere Technical High.

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