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KATHRYN NOLEN

Summary

Dedicated Correctional Captain with 8 years of experience in correctional facilities, including conducting classroom training, supervising special management, mental and behavioral health, and emergency response. Proven ability to lead large teams, manage high-stress situations, and maintain order and safety in complex environments. Adept in administrative leadership, policy enforcement, and staff development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Radiation Safety Officer and Certified Trainer

LINEV Systems
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Delivered engaging and effective training sessions for new and existing employees on product features, usage, and compliance.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials, manuals, and e-learning modules to support diverse learning styles.
  • Collaborated with product development and marketing teams to ensure training content aligned with current product updates and customer needs.
  • Assessed training effectiveness through feedback, testing, and performance metrics, implementing improvements as needed.
  • Conducted train-the-trainer sessions to scale knowledge across departments and regions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor products to enhance training relevance.
  • Utilized safe practices in alignment with company safety program and policies.
  • Documented all training activities including attendance records, feedback forms, surveys.

Correctional Captain

Kentucky State Reformatory
06.2020 - 04.2025
  • Maintained records regarding staffing levels, supplies inventories, incident reports and training.
  • Supervise up to 40 staff and manage units housing over 650 offenders.
  • Lead administrative operations, including report writing, scheduling, and incident documentation.
  • Enhance staff morale and professionalism through mentorship and structured leadership.
  • Maintain readiness and physical fitness as an active member of the Correctional Emergency Response Team (CERT).
  • Apply critical incident protocols to ensure swift and effective resolution of emergencies.
  • Conducted regular inspections to identify and address safety hazards promptly.
  • Implemented training sessions on conflict resolution for correctional staff members.

Correctional Officer

Blackburn Correctional Complex
Lexington
04.2017 - 06.2020
  • Maintained safety and security in a minimum-security facility with a medical unit.
  • Managed high-risk situations including escapes and contraband control.
  • Developed strong policy knowledge and applied it consistently in daily operations.
  • Built foundational skills in incident response and offender management.

Education

Criminal Law and Psychology

Bluegrass Community and Technical College
01.2018

High School Diploma - Criminal Law Credits

Tates Creek High School
01.2012

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Supervision
  • Critical Incident Management
  • Policy & Procedure Compliance
  • Staff Training & Development
  • Time Management & Prioritization
  • Report Writing & Documentation
  • Radiation safety
  • Incident documentation
  • Policy enforcement
  • Training evaluation
  • Occupational safety
  • Hazardous material handling

Timeline

Radiation Safety Officer and Certified Trainer

LINEV Systems
04.2025 - 06.2025

Correctional Captain

Kentucky State Reformatory
06.2020 - 04.2025

Correctional Officer

Blackburn Correctional Complex
04.2017 - 06.2020

Criminal Law and Psychology

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

High School Diploma - Criminal Law Credits

Tates Creek High School