Richard Kohlrus
Riverton,IL
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
11.2015 - Current
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities, while maintaining daily shift activity logs and effectively interacting with staff, offenders, visitors and public.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings and examining incoming and outgoing mail.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct and prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Instructor
Springfield Art Association
09.2011 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress and evaluated students, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems and boosted student performance by providing individualized support and feedback.
- Created lesson plans and applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and increase motivation in students.
Delivery Driver
Papa John's Pizza
06.2009 - 11.2015
- Ensured safe and prompt delivery to customers using GPS technology while maintaining a clean driving record.
Graphic Artist
Campfire Graphic Novels
02.2007 - 03.2010
- Created digital image files with Photoshop for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Incorporated client feedback into design process, achieving high levels of satisfaction with final deliverables.
- Met Deadlines and goals set by shared collaboration.
Team Leader
Lowe's
06.2002 - 02.2008
- Supervised team members and monitored team performance to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements and devise solutions for improvement.
- Built strong relationships with customers through work on sales and special estimates for installation.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Springfield College in Illinois
Springfield, ILBachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, ILSkills
Security Procedures
Emergency Response
De-Escalation Techniques
Surveillance
Records Management
Tactical Team member
Trained in CPR and AED use
Group and individual instruction
Classroom Management Techniques
Student Counseling
Certification
- Chemical Agents Instructor Training -iss:3/27/23 Exp:3/27/25
Learning the difference between the different types of chemical agents and how they are deployed, and also how to instruct others on their uses.
- CPR and AED License - iss:11/13/23 - exp:11/13/24
Yearly training in both adult and child CPR. Use of AED
- Upward Mobility Program,
UMP Job Title: 19785 UT Grade: A Date Issued: 4/12/24
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
11.2015 - Current
Instructor
Springfield Art Association
09.2011 - Current
Delivery Driver
Papa John's Pizza
06.2009 - 11.2015
Graphic Artist
Campfire Graphic Novels
02.2007 - 03.2010
Team Leader
Lowe's
06.2002 - 02.2008
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Springfield College in Illinois
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Illinois At Springfield
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