Kennedy Sax
Wichita ,KS
Summary
Professional in correctional facility management, known for strong standards and results-driven performance. Extensive experience in enforcing regulations and maintaining order within facilities. Valued for collaborative spirit and adaptability, with skills in conflict resolution and surveillance. Committed to fostering a positive work environment
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
KDOC
04.2024 - 03.2025
- 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.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Receptionist
Easy Pay Auto Sales
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Eventually did part time mechanic work as well.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campus High School
Haysville, KS05-2017
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Restraint techniques
- Self-defense tactics
- Weapons training
- Gang awareness
- Staff management
- Physical fitness
- Radio communication
- Decision-making
- Multitasking
- Time management
Languages
English
Timeline
Correctional Officer
KDOC
04.2024 - 03.2025
Receptionist
Easy Pay Auto Sales
03.2022 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Campus High School
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