Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline

Sandy Ward

Greene County Sheriff’s Office
Paragould,AR
28
years of professional experience

Professional and known for strong standards and results-driven performance. Valued for collaborative spirit and adaptability. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, with keen observational skills and strong sense of integrity.

Work History

Correctional Officer

6 Months
Greene County Sheriff’s Office | 04.2026 - Current
  • Monitored inmate movement and maintained security throughout housing units, intake, and escort assignments.
  • Conducted cell searches, pat-downs, and contraband inspections to support facility safety.
  • Enforced detention center rules and addressed inmate behavior using calm, professional communication.
  • Documented incidents, inmate activities, and shift observations in clear, accurate reports.

Secretary

6 Years 9 Months
Paragould High School | 07.2019 - 04.2026
  • Answered phones and greeted visitors, directing inquiries to appropriate staff members.
  • Maintained accurate student records, attendance files, and confidential office documentation.
  • Processed incoming correspondence, memos, and daily office communications with accuracy.
  • Assisted parents, students, and faculty with routine office questions and requests.
  • Prepared reports, forms, and materials for office operations and school events.
  • Monitored office supplies, reordered inventory, and supported smooth daily workflow.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.

Food Service Worker

4 Years 9 Months
Paragould High School | 09.2014 - 06.2019
  • Prepared food items following school nutrition standards and safe food handling procedures.
  • Served meals efficiently to students and staff during breakfast and lunch periods.
  • Operated kitchen equipment, including warmers, slicers, and dishwashing systems, with care.
  • Maintained clean serving lines, prep areas, and dining spaces throughout meal service.
  • Restocked supplies, ingredients, and disposable items to support smooth cafeteria operations.
  • Followed sanitation protocols for food storage, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention.

Secretary

8 Years 10 Months
Michelle’s Excavating | 08.2010 - 06.2019
  • Organized office supplies, reports, and records to maintain efficient daily administrative workflow.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.

Secretary/Customer Service

8 Years 8 Months
Florist Interlink | 03.1999 - 11.2007
  • Managed phone calls, customer inquiries, and appointment scheduling for daily office operations.
  • Processed orders and payment for invoices.
  • Maintained filing systems for correspondence, records, and transaction documentation.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing orders.

Education

High School Diploma

South Pemiscot High School | Steele, MO | 05.1998

Skills

Fast Learner
Highly Dependable
Attention to detail
Friendly and Professional Great Communication and Customer Service Skills.

References

Regina Reeves 870-565-8414

Diane Underwood 870-476-3292

Nicole Babcock 870-476-0595

Anmity Bruton 870-215-1638

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Greene County Sheriff’s Office
04.2026 - CurrentRead More

Secretary

Paragould High School
07.2019 - 04.2026Read More

Food Service Worker

Paragould High School
09.2014 - 06.2019Read More

Secretary

Michelle’s Excavating
08.2010 - 06.2019Read More

Secretary/Customer Service

Florist Interlink
03.1999 - 11.2007Read More

South Pemiscot High School

High School Diploma
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Sandy Ward