Kevin Rought
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Aspiring and dedicated individual seeking a position that promotes personal growth while contributing to the safety and well-being of others. Motivated to work hard, continuously improve, and deliver excellence in all responsibilities. Eager to join a progressive organization where my skills, work ethic, and commitment can make a meaningful impact on both the community and my professional development.
Experienced with overseeing complex operational functions and ensuring seamless execution. Utilizes strong organizational and leadership skills to enhance team performance and operational efficiency. Track record of implementing process improvements and driving strategic initiatives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Asst Director of Operations of SUAS
Civil Air Patrol - Florida Wing
Lakeland, FL
02.2025 - Current
- Led operational initiatives to enhance efficiency and streamline processes across departments.
- Developed training programs for staff, improving onboarding and role competency.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement strategic projects aligned with organizational goals.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- Fostered collaboration among team members, enhancing communication and project outcomes.
- Mentored junior staff, promoting professional development and skill advancement within the team.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to maintain open lines of communication within the team, fostering a positive work environment.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Squadron Commander
Civil Air Patrol - Polk County Composite Squadron
Winter Haven, FL
12.2024 - Current
- Led operational planning and execution of search and rescue missions within assigned jurisdiction.
- Coordinated training programs to enhance squadron readiness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversaw resource allocation and inventory management for effective mission support and logistics.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local agencies to improve community engagement and collaboration.
- Mentored junior officers in leadership skills, fostering professional growth and team cohesion.
- Conducted regular briefings for senior leadership on unit performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement while celebrating successes along the way.
- Coordinated with other units to facilitate joint exercises, strengthening inter-service relationships and improving overall mission effectiveness.
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER (Full-Time)
Polk County School Board
Lakeland, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops.
- Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
- Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
- Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety.
- Escort small children across roads and highways.
- Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
- Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, or fares received.
- Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
- Keep bus interiors clean for passengers.
- Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT
Florida Department of Corrections
USA
02.2007 - 09.2024
- Maintain order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and laws.
- Instruct employees or provide on-the-job training.
- Complete administrative paperwork or supervise the preparation or maintenance of records, forms, or reports.
- Supervise activities such as searches, shakedowns, riot control, or institutional tours.
- Resolve problems between inmates.
- Set up employee work schedules.
- Supervise or perform searches of inmates or their quarters to locate contraband items.
- Monitor behavior of subordinates to ensure alert, courteous, and professional behavior toward inmates, parolees, fellow employees, visitors, and the public.
Education
AS - Criminal Justice
POLK STATE COLLEGE
Lakeland, FL05.2023
High School Diploma -
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
Riverview, FL06.2001
Skills
- Florida Corrections Academy Standards
- Crossover from Corrections to LEO
- General Instructor Techniques
- Sex Crimes Investigation
- Injury and Death Investigations
- Laser and Radar Speed Measurement
- Gangs and Security Threat Groups
- Field Training Officer - Corrections
- Interview and Interrogation
- FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot License
- Florida CDL Class "A"
- FAA PPL Student
- ICS 100
- ICS 200
- ICS 300
- ICS 400
- ICS 700
- ICS 800
- Previous Volunteer Firefighter
- License Amateur Radio Operator
- Logistics management
- Operational efficiency
- Strategic planning and execution
- Scheduling and coordination
- Documentation skills
- Crew resource management
- Time and task management
- Flight planning
- Flight instruction experience
- Flight planning and navigation
- Recordkeeping requirements
Timeline
Asst Director of Operations of SUAS
Civil Air Patrol - Florida Wing
02.2025 - Current
Squadron Commander
Civil Air Patrol - Polk County Composite Squadron
12.2024 - Current
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER (Full-Time)
Polk County School Board
09.2024 - Current
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT
Florida Department of Corrections
02.2007 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
AS - Criminal Justice
POLK STATE COLLEGE