Kelly Harden
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated security professional with extensive experience at Atrium Healthcare and the Stanly County Sheriff's Office. Expert in emergency response and access control, successfully enhancing facility safety through vigilant surveillance and thorough inspections. Proven ability to build rapport with individuals while maintaining strict adherence to security protocols. Strong report writing skills complement a commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Atrium Healthcare
Albemarle, NC
10.2021 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Detention Officer
Stanly County Sheriff's Office
Albemarle, NC
04.2016 - 10.2021
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of 60 plus inmates.
Detention Officer
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office
Charlotte NC
06.2007 - 01.2016
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with inmates to build rapport and trust.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of 60 plus inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Mecklenburg High School
Huntersville, NC06-1986
Skills
- Access control
- Surveillance monitoring
- Emergency response
- Report writing
- Maintain accountability of all tools
- Maintain safety and security of facility
Timeline
Security Officer
Atrium Healthcare
10.2021 - Current
Detention Officer
Stanly County Sheriff's Office
04.2016 - 10.2021
Detention Officer
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office
06.2007 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
North Mecklenburg High School