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Kelly Jordan

Albany,NY

Summary

Dynamic professional with a robust background in corrections, administration, and recreation management, notably at Albany County Others Sheriff’s Office. Excelled in enhancing safety, streamlining operations, and fostering community engagement through innovative recreation programming and effective youth engagement. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to improving community well-being.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Corrections Officer

Albany County Others Sheriff’s Office
05.2007 - Current
  • Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities on housing units and recreation times.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
  • Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.
  • Led inmate work crews completing maintenance, paint crew, local facilities lawn care and clean up activities.
  • Received and processed inmates into custody of facility by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property to inventory.
  • Drove passenger vehicles to transport inmates to other institutions, appointments, hospitals, and work sites.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs in log books.
  • Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
  • Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
  • Booking Qualified duties included: inmate processing procedures during intake, transfer, and release periods with intake questions, social information, suicide questions, strip searches, fingerprints, retinal scans, body scans by X-ray, and sex offender registry forms with updated address upon release to the community.
  • Supported mental health initiatives within the institution by working closely with psychological services personnel to identify and address inmate concerns or needs.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, showers and the dispensing of medication and Suboxone programs.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.

Parks and Recreation Director

The Village of Green Island
01.2003 - 01.2005
  • Contributed to a clean and welcoming environment by managing litter and waste disposal in the park area.
  • Hired seasonal park staff for summer employment and supervision.
  • Hired seasonal winter staff for snow removal days.
  • Ensured park safety with regular maintenance checks, promptly addressing any hazards or issues identified.
  • Enhanced visitor experience by providing excellent customer service and addressing inquiries about park facilities.
  • Improved accessibility for all visitors by maintaining clear paths and installing necessary signage throughout the park grounds.
  • Enhanced community engagement by developing and promoting diverse recreational programs and events.
  • Oversaw staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations to maintain a high-quality team of recreation, socializing, organization activities with park goers and good work ethic.
  • Secured grant funding for special projects or initiatives to enhance community recreational opportunities further.
  • Led efforts in maintaining clean facilities by coordinating maintenance schedules with park staff and supervision.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to create partnerships that benefited the community through shared resources and events.
  • Purchased necessary equipment and sports materials to use for recreational activities.
  • Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
  • Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
  • Held CPR classes at local school with the local Fire Department.
  • Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
  • Organized and oversaw special events such as 5k Runs, end of summer Village Concert Party with vendors, yearly Memorial Day Parade, yearly Halloween Parade, weekly Men’s Basketball League with tournaments, Easter Egg hunts with Easter Bunny, Youth organization center and youth organization basketball league.
  • Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
  • Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services to hold Village Park party Events.

Administrative Assistant

Knolls Atomic Power Laborato
01.2005 - 05.2007
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and supervisors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems. Pad locks being secure on confidential filing cabinets before walking away from desk and Computer locked before walking away from desk.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues, engineers and supervisors.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings and preparing crucial documents.
  • Developed filing system for historical documents, converting old formats to new format programs, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
  • Maintained confidentiality while walking through facilities with confidential paperwork to and from mail room and other buildings on campus.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed paper and electronic filings of classified and unclassified documents.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.

Education

Administrative Information Technician - Business

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
05.2003

Skills

  • Youth engagement
  • Fitness programming
  • Senior programs
  • Special events coordination
  • Recreation programming
  • Outdoor education
  • Verbal communication
  • Security procedures
  • Emergency response
  • Inmate supervision
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Surveillance
  • Booking procedures
  • Policy enforcement
  • Crisis management
  • File and record maintenance
  • Assertiveness
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Emergency management
  • Trained in defensive tactics
  • Firearms proficiency
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Armory and key control
  • Mental health awareness
  • Correctional facility procedures
  • CCTV monitoring
  • OSHA training

Timeline

Corrections Officer

Albany County Others Sheriff’s Office
05.2007 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Knolls Atomic Power Laborato
01.2005 - 05.2007

Parks and Recreation Director

The Village of Green Island
01.2003 - 01.2005

Administrative Information Technician - Business

Hudson Valley Community College

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