Nakia Y Kelly
Hinesville,GA
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement officer with expertise in hostage negotiation and community policing. Committed to fostering trust and ensuring public safety through effective communication and crime prevention strategies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Enforcement Officer
Chatham County Sheriff Office
Savannah, GA
03.2018 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal activities and incidents.
- Collaborated with community members to foster trust and communication.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior officers on best practices.
- Led emergency response operations during critical incidents and events.
- Utilized advanced technology for evidence collection and analysis.
- Developed crime prevention strategies based on local needs and trends.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while ensuring the safety of individuals involved using de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Apprehended suspects by utilizing effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Completed comprehensive training courses in firearms proficiency, self-defense tactics, first aid response, crisis management, among others for professional growth as a law enforcement officer.
Correctional Officer
Chatham County Sheriff Office
Savannah, GA
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure safety and security within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas for contraband detection.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, employing de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts.
- Supervised inmate work programs, promoting accountability and skill development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of incidents and daily activities in logbooks.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address inmate needs effectively.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Maintenance Clerk
Housing Authority Of Savannah
Savannah, GA
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Managed maintenance requests and tracked work order progress in property management system.
- Coordinated vendor services for repairs, ensuring timely completion and compliance with housing standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of properties to identify maintenance needs and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Assisted in inventory management of maintenance supplies, optimizing stock levels to reduce delays in service.
- Led initiatives to streamline workflow processes, improving response times for tenant service requests.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules, reducing emergency repair incidents across multiple properties.
- Ensured efficient workflow by coordinating with maintenance technicians on job assignments and schedules.
- Increased overall productivity by effectively prioritizing maintenance tasks based on urgency and resources available.
- Optimized inventory management through thorough tracking of part usage, replenishment needs, and supplier relations.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and industry standards through diligent documentation management systems.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, facilitating timely follow-ups and preventive measures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Beach High School
Savannah, GALaw Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
Savannah, GA01-2018
Skills
- Hostage negotiation
- Community policing
- Self-defense techniques
- Crime prevention
- Patrol procedures
- Arrest techniques
- Evidence collection
- Report writing
- Community engagement
- Fingerprinting
- Officer training
- Integrity and honesty
- Staff management
- Cultural awareness
Timeline
Law Enforcement Officer
Chatham County Sheriff Office
03.2018 - Current
Correctional Officer
Chatham County Sheriff Office
03.2016 - 03.2018
Maintenance Clerk
Housing Authority Of Savannah
01.2013 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Beach High School
Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Georgia Public Safety Training Center