Tony Richards
Security
Hickory,NC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. My experience has been in the emergency medical and Law Enforcement field with years of service. I have retried as of November 1, 2023 from Local Government and feel with the experience and knowledge I have obtained would be equally beneficial as I am looking forward to beginning a new chapter with your great company.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Classification Sergeant
Catawba County Sheriffs Office
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Shift Lieutenant
Catawba County Sheriffs Department
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Conducted investigations to identify suspicious activities, violations of policies and regulations and potential threats.
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and systems to protect personnel, property and data.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of security personnel to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for improvement.
- Applied four tenets of procedural justice when interacting with subordinates.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Detention Officer
Catawba County Sheriffs Department
12.2017 - 12.2020
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
Medical Transport Supervisor
Handi-Care Inc
04.2014 - 10.2017
- Coordinated schedules and communicated changes to customers.
- Worked with service providers to resolve issues and correct delays.
- Planned and oversaw transportation activities.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Phlebotomy and Lab Processor Supervisor
UPMC Hamot Hospital
09.2009 - 12.2013
- Over see employees and ensure recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and maintain that CLEA policies and guidelines are followed
Phlebotomy and Lab Processor
Associated Clinical Laboratories
08.2005 - 09.2009
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Highly driven to provide a positive customer client relations
Correctional Officer (Sergeant)
North Carolina Department Of Correctios
01.2001 - 08.2005
- Supervise employees and performance of tasks and managed 1000 offenders daily.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
Loss Prevention Agent (Part-Time Job)
Belk Department Store
04.1991 - 09.2000
- Built strong partnerships by gaining customer trust for implementation of viable loss control strategies.
- Maintain a safe and secure work place for employees and customer who shop at the store.
- Educated store personnel to apply best practices and comply with loss prevention policies and procedures.
- Be attentive to areas that were high in Loss prevention.
- Be kind a courteous to customers at all times.
- Maintain a watchful eye on cameras that were strategically placed within the store.
- .Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude when dealing with management and employees during investigation of internal theft.
EMT-Paramedic
Catawba County Emergency Medical Service
01.1987 - 01.2001
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Education
No Degree - Detention Officer Certification Class
North Carolina Department of Justice
Lenoir NC12.2017
Cell Extraction Team Instructor -
NCDOJ
WPCC Morganton 06.2002
24 Inch Baton Instructor -
NCDOJ
WPCC Morganton08.2002
North Carolina Certified - EMT - Paramedic
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton NC06.1988
Advance Cardiac Life Support Instructor - ACLS Instructor
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC10.1990
Pre-Hospital Life Support Instructor - PHTLS Instructor
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC04.1992
GED -
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC09.2016
High School Diploma -
Home School
05.1980
Advance Pediatric Life Support Instructor - APLS Instructor
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC08.1994
Skills
- Decision-Making
- First Aid/CPR
- Problem Resolution
- Task Prioritization
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Word
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Patient Assessments
- Recordkeeping
Awards
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Hobbies
I am a family man with 2 sons, age 22 and 18, happily married for 28 years.
I spend my free time with my family and friends and going to church. I am a active member of Maiden Masonic Lodge and Catawba County
Shrine Club where I was Shrine President in 2019-2020.
Timeline
Classification Sergeant
Catawba County Sheriffs Office
01.2023 - 11.2023
Shift Lieutenant
Catawba County Sheriffs Department
11.2020 - 01.2023
Detention Officer
Catawba County Sheriffs Department
12.2017 - 12.2020
Medical Transport Supervisor
Handi-Care Inc
04.2014 - 10.2017
Phlebotomy and Lab Processor Supervisor
UPMC Hamot Hospital
09.2009 - 12.2013
Phlebotomy and Lab Processor
Associated Clinical Laboratories
08.2005 - 09.2009
Correctional Officer (Sergeant)
North Carolina Department Of Correctios
01.2001 - 08.2005
Loss Prevention Agent (Part-Time Job)
Belk Department Store
04.1991 - 09.2000
EMT-Paramedic
Catawba County Emergency Medical Service
01.1987 - 01.2001
No Degree - Detention Officer Certification Class
North Carolina Department of Justice
Cell Extraction Team Instructor -
NCDOJ
24 Inch Baton Instructor -
NCDOJ
North Carolina Certified - EMT - Paramedic
Western Piedmont Community College
Advance Cardiac Life Support Instructor - ACLS Instructor
Catawba Valley Community College
Pre-Hospital Life Support Instructor - PHTLS Instructor
Catawba Valley Community College
GED -
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Home School
Advance Pediatric Life Support Instructor - APLS Instructor
Catawba Valley Community College
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