Kent Woodard
Chickamauga,GA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
City Of Fort Oglethorpe
09.2021 - Current
- Reduced crime rates through effective collaboration with fellow officers and implementation of strategic policing initiatives.
- Improved officer response times by streamlining communication processes and optimizing patrol routes.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Conducted thorough investigations to solve criminal cases, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and coordinating with other departments as necessary.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting proactive patrols and addressing potential issues in the community.
- Drafted reports detailing incidents and safety violations.
Construction Superintendent
J J Contractors
11.2017 - 07.2021
- Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
Master Plumber
Silvers Plumbing MC Plumbing
02.2002 - 11.2017
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Patrolman - Lieutenant
City Of Fort Oglethorpe
05.2001 - 05.2008
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
Education
Master Plumber -
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN12.2008
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Lafayette, GA05.1991
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Active Listening
- Communications Strategies
- Operations Understanding
- Complaint Investigations
- Persuasive Communication
- Case File Preparation
- Corrective Actions
- Criminal Investigations
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
City Of Fort Oglethorpe
09.2021 - Current
Construction Superintendent
J J Contractors
11.2017 - 07.2021
Master Plumber
Silvers Plumbing MC Plumbing
02.2002 - 11.2017
Patrolman - Lieutenant
City Of Fort Oglethorpe
05.2001 - 05.2008
Master Plumber -
Chattanooga State Community College
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
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