Rodney Hayes
Cuthbert,GA
Summary
Dedicated Security Officer with proven skills in safety enforcement and incident documentation. Strong background in team leadership and youth mentoring, ensuring a secure and positive environment for all.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Turner Job Corps
Albany, GA
01.2023 - Current
- Maintain campus safety and address security concerns for students and staff.
Mentor youth, and provide support during daily vocational and educational activities. - Enforce behavioral expectations, and promote a positive learning environment.
Transport students to the center, appointments, and off-campus activities. - Monitor student behavior, respond to incidents, and complete detailed reports.
- Provide a professional, supportive presence to encourage student success.
- Monitored facility access to ensure safety and security of all residents.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and report any suspicious activities.
- Enforced safety regulations and policies to maintain a secure environment.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate log records for reporting purposes.
- Trained new team members on safety procedures and emergency response plans.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
Shift Supervisor
Stewart Detention Center
Lumpkin, Georgia
09.2006 - 02.2017
- Oversaw shift operations, managed employee schedules, and delegated tasks.
- Trained and mentored staff members, improving performance and productivity.
- Delivered training to more than 300 employees on safety, operations, and procedures.
- Prepared shift summaries and communicated goals, issues, and progress to leadership.
- Enforced safety, security, and loss-prevention standards throughout the facility.
- Evaluated staff performance, and implemented corrective actions.
- Promoted a culture of safety, accountability, and strong teamwork.
- Resolved conflicts among inmates and staff through effective communication skills.
- Implemented emergency response procedures during critical incidents or disturbances.
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure cleanliness and security standards were met.
Steel Fabricator
Precision Steel
Abbeville, Alabama
03.2005 - 09.2006
- Operated cranes and heavy equipment to move and position steel materials.
- Directed welding work, and performed structural repairs and adjustments.
- Straightened warped components using torches, sledges, and specialized equipment.
- Followed OSHA safety protocols, and supported a strong safety culture.
- Reported production issues and collaborated with supervisors on corrective actions.
- Maintained reliable attendance, and supported team communication.
Correctional Officer
Calhoun State Prison
Morgan, GA
04.2001 - 12.2004
- Supervised inmate activities, movement, and daily routines.
- Conducted intake, release processing, and facility headcounts.
- Documented inmate activity and maintained detailed logs.
- Assigned housing and updated correctional plans based on evaluations.
- Transported inmates to designated work locations in compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and use of security equipment.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Randolph Clay High School
Cuthbert, GA05-1995
Skills
- Security Operations and Monitoring
- Youth Mentoring and Student Support
- Safety and Compliance Procedures
- Staff and Shift Scheduling
- Conflict resolution
- Team Leadership and Training
- Incident reporting and documentation, communication, and problem solving
- Communication and Problem Solving
Certification
Samberg Leadership Training
Timeline
Security Officer
Turner Job Corps
01.2023 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Stewart Detention Center
09.2006 - 02.2017
Steel Fabricator
Precision Steel
03.2005 - 09.2006
Correctional Officer
Calhoun State Prison
04.2001 - 12.2004
High School Diploma -
Randolph Clay High School