Kelby Gard
Ridgedale,MO
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at Taney County Sheriff’s Office. Proven ability in conflict resolution and emergency response, enhancing safety and reducing contraband incidents. Skilled in surveillance and observation, contributing to a secure environment while training new staff effectively. Current member of Taney County Jail’s Disturbance Control Team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Taney County Sheriff’s Office
02.2024 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Tire Technician
Big O Tires
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
- Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate tire services.
- Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
Brick Laborer
Blevins Masonry
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Reduced material waste by effectively utilizing resources and recycling leftover materials when possible.
- Advanced skillset through completion of relevant training programs, increasing value as a Brick Laborer within the team.
- Enhanced job site safety by consistently maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and laying bricks for various construction projects.
Food Service Worker
Fritz Adventure
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma - N/A
Hollister High School
Hollister, Mo05.2021
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Stress tolerance
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Taney County Sheriff’s Office
02.2024 - Current
Tire Technician
Big O Tires
06.2023 - 02.2024
Brick Laborer
Blevins Masonry
05.2023 - 11.2023
Food Service Worker
Fritz Adventure
03.2017 - 09.2018
High School Diploma - N/A
Hollister High School
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