Melanie Bergeron
Iowa,LA
Summary
Diligent Correctional Officer employs various management styles to supervise inmate activity. Persuasive leadership qualities generate respect and compliance from problematic residents. Detailed supervision during day-to-day prisoner interactions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office
Lake Charles, Louis
04.2023 - Current
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
Assistant Store Manager
Kroger
Lake Charles, LA
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Provided training to new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members to assess individual progress and set goals for future development.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Managed day-to-day operations including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks.
- Coordinated with vendors to secure product availability at competitive prices.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
- Assisted in recruiting efforts by interviewing candidates for open positions in the store.
Ecommerce Manager
Kroger
Beaumont, TX
09.2016 - 11.2019
- Maintained accurate records of orders placed online.
- Maintained records of employee participation in all training activities.
- Analyzed data to identify areas of improvement within the department.
- Monitored department operations to ensure productivity standards were met.
- Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels and ordering new items when necessary.
Recruiter
Kroger
Beaumont, TX
08.2005 - 09.2016
- Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires.
- Conducted initial screening of resumes, applications, and references.
- Organized interviews for prospective job seekers.
- Monitored changes in the labor market to keep abreast of current trends in recruitment strategies.
- Maintained Applicant Tracking System records of all applicants.
- Assisted in onboarding of new hires by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
- Developed recruitment strategies to achieve required staffing levels for assigned requisitions.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-2009
Skills
- Records Management
- Surveillance
- Emergency Response
- Non-violent intervention
- Relationship building and management
- Central and pod control
- File and record maintenance
- Weapons training
- Suicide Prevention
- Trained in defensive tactics
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Staff Management
- Stress Tolerance
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Kroger
11.2019 - 03.2023
Ecommerce Manager
Kroger
09.2016 - 11.2019
Recruiter
Kroger
08.2005 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science -
Lamar University
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