Michael Swink
Hickory
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Public Safety
Lenoir Rhyne University
01.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees on security practices and operations.
- Worked alongside Residence Life in conducting and overseeing residence halls fire drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations on school premises.
- Collaborated with departments to execute successful special events.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Public Safety Officer
Lenoir-Rhyne University
09.2015 - 01.2023
- Maintained accurate records of incidents and actions taken during shifts.
- Patrolled assigned areas on foot and by vehicle.
- Provided first aid assistance during medical emergencies, until paramedics arrived on scene.
- Performed crowd control duties during large gatherings or events, maintaining order while prioritizing the safety of all attendees.
- Managed traffic flow during special events or road closures, ensuring minimal disruption to motorists while prioritizing pedestrian safety.
- Locking and unlocking buildings as scheduled and for special events.
- Assisted in the evacuation of buildings during fire drills, ensuring the safe and orderly exit of occupants.
- Conducted searches of vehicles and campus premises.
- Monitored surveillance systems for potential threats or suspicious behavior around critical infrastructure, reporting findings to appropriate authorities for further investigation.
Correctional Officer
Alexander Correctional Institution
10.2007 - 05.2019
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alexander Central High School
Taylorsville, NCSkills
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Task Delegation
- Workforce Planning
- Report Generation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Documentation And Reporting
- Shift Scheduling
Timeline
Assistant Director of Public Safety
Lenoir Rhyne University
01.2023 - Current
Public Safety Officer
Lenoir-Rhyne University
09.2015 - 01.2023
Correctional Officer
Alexander Correctional Institution
10.2007 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Alexander Central High School
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