TAKIA RAGIN
Miami
Summary
Administrative Correctional Sergeant with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with Administration. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols.
Professional advocate with comprehensive experience in child welfare and legal systems. Skilled in case management, court procedures, and advocating for children's best interests. Strong team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently achieves positive outcomes. Known for empathy, integrity, and effective communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Guardian Ad Litem Volunteer
Guardian Ad Litem
01.2019 - Current
- Appointed by a court to protect the interests of a minor or incompetent in a particular matter
- Meet with and observe the child in the home, school and other settings and document the child's interaction with caretakers, peers and others
- Interview child and others involved with the child using recommended interview techniques
- Obtain releases of information
- Attend court hearings and prepare all necessary reports and documentation for the Court
- Make written and oral recommendations to the Court and testify as required
- Takiaragin_19@yahoo.com, 5455
- University Of Miami Public Safety
Teacher
Holy Cross Lutheran School
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Created Lesson Plans
Administrative Correctional Sergeant
Florida Department Of Corrections
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Assist in prison movement such as feeding, visitation, recreational activates
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
- Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings to archive proceedings.
- Data Entry
- MINS Coding investigations.
- Completed Staff Rosters
- Timekeeping Liaison
- Crisis Negotiation Team
- Field Training Officer; training all new officers for compound work and assigned duties.
- ACA Prea Coordinator; Assist Warden with Prison Rape Act reports.
- Assists Administration will regional reports such ass Weekly Overtime Reports, Level 1 Vacancy Report, Staffing Report, Resignation Report and more.
- Evidence Packaging; Specialize in properly packaging all evidence for the Inspector General to retrieve.
Public Safety Officer
University Of Miami Public Safety
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Assist nurse/doctors with public at appointments
- Patrol hospital entrance and exit
- Maintain public safety of hospital facility
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
Security Officer
Paramount Security
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Camera surveillance
- Assist front desk concierge with public and elevator access
- Patrol inside perimeter of condominium
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
AIRPORT SECURITY SCREENER
Terminal Security Solutions
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Perform security screening at the port of Miami terminal A, including the operation of x-ray machines to identify dangerous objects in baggage and on passengers
- Carry out duties in a professional and courteous manner, providing exceptional customer service
- Continuously improve security screening processes and personal performance through training and development.
Security Officer Supervisor
AMERICAN GUARD SERVICES
12.2017 - 11.2018
- Conducted Id, passport and bag checks at the Port of Miami following approved company procedures to ensure a safe environment.
Customer Service Representative
OASIS MARKETING SOLUTIONS
09.2016 - 11.2016
- Utilized computer skills and knowledge such as Microsoft office, word, excel, and power point
- Dialed out open calls to the public surveying them on the upcoming on the election.
Assistant Camp Counselor
TOUCHING MIAMI WITH LOVE
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted in teaching children from middle school to pre-k in a variety of subjects including; literacy, physical education and creative arts
- Maintained cleanliness of camp site; which includes nap area, bathrooms and snack area.
Administrative Assistant
CITY OF MIAMI NORTH DISTRICT POLICE STATION
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Provided clerical and administrative support: answering non–emergency 911 phone calls, filing, completing paperwork and electronic records quickly and accurately
- Analyzed and organized office operations and procedures such as shipping, mail collection and handling document communications between police departments
- Created and maintained highly effective organization and filing system, resulting in easy access to critical information to streamline office functionality
- Managed office supplies inventory and operational budget; streamlined the inventory process through the implementation of a systematic process and as a result cut costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Booker T Washington High School
Miami, Florida06-2016
Skills
- Crime Investigations
- Vigilance
- Emergency Assistance
- Hazard Discovery
- Criminal Detention
- Customer Relations
- Court Documentation
- Witness Presentation
- Offender Identification
- Database Management
- Report writing
- Communication
- Spreadsheet Management
- Presentation Design
- Data Entry
- Expense Reporting
- Meeting Planning
- Office Administration
- Courtroom etiquette
- Cultural sensitivity
- Empathy display
- Child advocacy
- Weapons handling
- De-escalation techniques
Additional Information
- Certified Correctional Officer
- Crisis Negotiation Team
- Field Training Officer
- X-Ray Vixen Certified
- Instructor Techniques Workshop Certification
Timeline
Teacher
Holy Cross Lutheran School
08.2024 - 01.2025
Administrative Correctional Sergeant
Florida Department Of Corrections
08.2021 - 08.2024
Public Safety Officer
University Of Miami Public Safety
12.2020 - 08.2021
Security Officer
Paramount Security
03.2020 - 12.2020
Guardian Ad Litem Volunteer
Guardian Ad Litem
01.2019 - Current
AIRPORT SECURITY SCREENER
Terminal Security Solutions
11.2018 - 03.2020
Security Officer Supervisor
AMERICAN GUARD SERVICES
12.2017 - 11.2018
Customer Service Representative
OASIS MARKETING SOLUTIONS
09.2016 - 11.2016
Assistant Camp Counselor
TOUCHING MIAMI WITH LOVE
06.2015 - 08.2015
Administrative Assistant
CITY OF MIAMI NORTH DISTRICT POLICE STATION
06.2014 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Booker T Washington High School
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