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Kyndall Singletary

Willowbrook,IL

Summary

Dedicated Correctional Officer and personable Receptionist with experience in maintaining order and enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Possessing a versatile skill set, I use sound judgment and reasoned thinking to effectively handle difficult inmates and high-pressure situations. With a strong understanding of security, service, and clerical requirements, I am well-equipped to navigate the challenges of these environments. Additionally, my exceptional time management abilities and resourceful approach have enabled me to handle multiple simultaneous tasks throughout my 2-year industry history successfully.

Professional security specialist with a strong focus on safeguarding assets and ensuring safety. Demonstrates reliability and adaptability, consistently meeting needs of dynamic environments. Excels in team collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution while maintaining high standards. Skilled in surveillance, incident response, and access control, always prioritizing results and safety.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Unarmed Security Officer

Valley View Community Unit School District 365U
Romeoville, IL
09.2025 - Current
  • Monitored school grounds to ensure safety and security of students and staff.
  • Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential safety hazards.
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement during emergency situations for effective response.
  • Enforced school policies and procedures to maintain a secure learning environment.
  • Assisted in training new security personnel on protocols and best practices.
  • Responded promptly to incidents, documenting details for incident reports and follow-up actions.
  • Directed guests around building and answered accessibility questions.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
  • Conducted regular patrols of campus buildings and grounds to deter unauthorized activities.

Correctional Officer

Illinois Department Of Corrections
Crest Hill, IL
07.2022 - 09.2025

Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring safety of all involved parties.

  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • 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, guiding best practices and procedures.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
  • Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
  • Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Booked new inmates into the facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Answered phones promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.

Associate Cashier

Binny's Beverage Depot
Joliet, IL
10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Assisted in end-of-day closing activities, including cash reconciliation and store cleaning tasks.

Sales Associate/Cashier

The Pottery Barn Outlet
Joliet, IL
07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Assist customers, Process out transactions, Fill and clean shelves, Customer service
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Managed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for the sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Sales Associate

Big Lots
Crest Hill, IL
05.2019 - 09.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.

Education

Associate of Arts - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
07-2028

High School Diploma -

Fenton High School
Wood Dale, IL
05-2017

Skills

  • First Aid Training
  • Emergency Response
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Restraint Techniques
  • Self-defense tactics
  • Weapons training
  • Mail handling
  • Mail Sorting

Education

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Timeline

Unarmed Security Officer

Valley View Community Unit School District 365U
09.2025 - Current

Correctional Officer

Illinois Department Of Corrections
07.2022 - 09.2025

Associate Cashier

Binny's Beverage Depot
10.2021 - 07.2022

Sales Associate/Cashier

The Pottery Barn Outlet
07.2021 - 10.2021

Sales Associate

Big Lots
05.2019 - 09.2021

High School Diploma -

Fenton High School

Associate of Arts - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Joliet Junior College
Kyndall Singletary