Ronnie Thompson

Experience

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  Sears Holdings Corporation

  May 2009 - Mar 2011

  Loss Prevention Officer

  Responsible for protecting company assets through activities in safety, inventory recovery and internal/external theft. Some essential duties include including assisting with reduction of loss of inventory, time, and assets, as well as monitors surveillance equipment and apprehends shoplifting suspects. And Floor surveillance.

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  Navarro Discount Pharmacy

  Mar 2011 - Jul 2013

  Store Detective

  Operating/monitoring CCTV systems, Performed alarm Checks. Responsible for protecting assets/people of stores. Responsible for identifying, observing, apprehending individual(s) committing theft by shoplifting. Represent Company to law enforcement and to courts during the prosecution of shoplifters. Go to multiple Stores.

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  The Home Depot

  Jul 2013 - Jan 2015

  Asset Protection Specialist

  Primarily responsible for preventing financial loss caused by theft and fraud and supporting safety and environmental program compliance in assigned store. will utilize several tools to minimize loss to the Company, including identifying incidents of theft and fraud, reviewing CCTV and exception reports, monitoring the store's physical security, and driving a "shrink elimination" culture in the store. respond to AP and Operational concerns of all associates and remain focused on store specific business objectives while supporting key AP and Operational responsibilities. Show less

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  Kohl's Department Stores

  Jan 2015 - Feb 2016

  Loss Prevention Officer

  Responsible for the detection, apprehension, or deterrence of Customer and Associate activity that would otherwise result in a loss to Company assets. Assists in promoting and monitoring compliance to Company policies and procedures related to theft prevention, safety, and inventory control. Also promotes awareness and training within various areas of operational execution.

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  Florida Department of Corrections

  Feb 2016 - Apr 2018

  Correctional Officer

  Primarily Responsibilities for Supervise inmates in housing units and those segregated for administrative or punitive measures; instruct inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; supervise the issuance of clothing and other personal effects to inmates. Make periodic patrols of quarters and work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals; maintain control and discipline including use of physical restraint and restraining devices; prevent the introduction of contraband into the institution. Check inmate mail for possible contraband; maintain a periodic patrol either inside or outside the institution to ensure the security and integrity of the institution. Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic; monitor periguard system; observe traffic in and around the compound. Instruct inmates and maintain control in areas such as the inmate food service area, auditorium, etc. Observe for signs of disorder or tension and report such observations to a higher authority; counsel with inmates regarding institutional, domestic or emotional adjustment problems. Maintain a record of equipment, supplies and other items; maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment and emergency measures; maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment; instruct inmates in the proper care and use of institutional equipment. Maintain master inmate location counts; setup and receive inmate counts and be familiar with the entire operation of the Control Room; initiate and participate in search of inmate recreation areas, work areas, and housing units to prevent the introduction of contraband items. Maintain proper security of inmates being transported; ensure that all transportation permits are completed accurately and signed by the appropriate authority; institute proper restraints as appropriate for inmate's custody classification; check transportation vehicles daily. Show less

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  Saks Fifth Avenue

  Apr 2018 - Mar 2019

  Asset Protection Investigator

  Responsible for monitoring shortage results, shortage control, price changes, return to vendor transactions, receipt reconciliation, paperwork error control, investigations and apprehensions regarding internal and external theft, and implementation of store safety programs at an individual Saks Fifth Avenue location. Additionally, is also responsible for training store associates on awareness and Asset protection policies and procedures. Maintain the integrity of physical inventory by monitoring reports and audits on a daily and monthly basis. Organize and conduct annual store inventory, Develop shortage strategies for merchandise groups, paperwork controls, and shortage awareness. Ensure Asset Protection policies and procedures are followed at all levels throughout the store. Work with any internal investigators to address internal and external theft, Communicate and administer reward programs, such as Quest Program. Communicate safety awareness and address potential hazards to protect internal and external customers. Utilize software proprietary to Saks Fifth Avenue for conducting internal and external investigations. Show less

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  Monroe County Sheriff

  Mar 2019 - Nov 2019

  Deputy Sheriff ( Detention )

  Responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates being detained,Processes incoming prisoners: searches prisoners; obtains al personal property from prisoner and prepares a complete property inventory; takes fingerprints and photos; prepares clerical records and makes entries in log books; prepares a magistrate folder comprised of notice of arraignment arrest affidavit, magistrate action form, affidavit of indigence and compliance of booking officer form. Conducts security inspections to check on safety and well being of all inmates; observes condition of facility and of inmates; observes changes in habits and moods of inmates and reports unusual conditions or incidents to supervisor. Maintains order in all cellblocks. Distributes food trays; recovers food trays and accounts for all utensils. Distributes medication to inmates as authorized by others. Sorts and distributes mail to inmates. Issue toilet articles and sanitary supplies, initially; prepares orders for canteen supplies; distributes canteen supplies to inmates. Collects soiled laundry; distributes clean laundry. Oversees inmates on special work details such as cleaning, painting, moving furniture, repair or laundry detail; oversees inmates’ activities in exercise yard or other recreational areas.Transports inmates to court or other places when necessary; escorts inmates to activities within the jail such as to see visitors, doctor, or to recreation area. Conducts bed checks of inmates; counts inmates. Searches inmates and cells for contraband as required.Completes paperwork such as activity form, check-off list form, log book, medications, and feed list during each shift; enters prisoner data into computer. Returns personal property to inmates being discharged; completes paperwork pertinent to discharge or transfer of inmate. Show less

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  Eagle Globe Protective Services

  Nov 2019 - Mar 2022

  Safe School Officer/Armed Guardian

  For the protection and safety of school personnel, property, students, and visitors, each district school board and school district superintendent shall partner with law enforcement agencies or security agencies to establish or assign one or more safe-school officers at each school facility within the district, including charter schools. A district school board must collaborate with charter school governing boards to facilitate charter school access to all safe-school officer options. Safe School Officers/Guardians are armed personnel who aid in the prevention or abatement of active assailant incidents on school premises. They are either school employees who volunteer to serve in addition to official job duties or personnel hired for the specific purpose of serving as a school guardian. The Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Program was established in 2018 through the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act. In its initial report, the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Public Safety Commission found that having Guardians in schools is the best way to ensure highly trained personnel are in place to respond immediately in the event of a school shooting Show less

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  Glades County Sheriff’s Office

  Dec 2021 - Jan 2022

  Deputy Sheriff ( Corrections )

  Responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates being detained,Processes incoming prisoners: searches prisoners; obtains al personal property from prisoner and prepares a complete property inventory; takes fingerprints and photos; prepares clerical records and makes entries in log books; prepares a magistrate folder comprised of notice of arraignment arrest affidavit, magistrate action form, affidavit of indigence and compliance of booking officer form. Conducts security inspections to check on safety and well being of all inmates; observes condition of facility and of inmates; observes changes in habits and moods of inmates and reports unusual conditions or incidents to supervisor. Maintains order in all cellblocks. Distributes food trays; recovers food trays and accounts for all utensils. Distributes medication to inmates as authorized by others. Sorts and distributes mail to inmates. Issue toilet articles and sanitary supplies, initially; prepares orders for canteen supplies; distributes canteen supplies to inmates. Collects soiled laundry; distributes clean laundry. Oversees inmates on special work details such as cleaning, painting, moving furniture, repair or laundry detail; oversees inmates’ activities in exercise yard or other recreational areas.Transports inmates to court or other places when necessary; escorts inmates to activities within the jail such as to see visitors, doctor, or to recreation area. Conducts bed checks of inmates; counts inmates. Searches inmates and cells for contraband as required.Completes paperwork such as activity form, check-off list form, log book, medications, and feed list during each shift; enters prisoner data into computer. Returns personal property to inmates being discharged; completes paperwork pertinent to discharge or transfer of inmate. Show less

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  Jurney & Associates, Inc.

  Mar 2022 - now

  Safe School Officer/Armed Guardian

  For the protection and safety of school personnel, property, students, and visitors, each district school board and school district superintendent shall partner with law enforcement agencies or security agencies to establish or assign one or more safe-school officers at each school facility within the district, including charter schools. A district school board must collaborate with charter school governing boards to facilitate charter school access to all safe-school officer options. Safe School Officers/Guardians are armed personnel who aid in the prevention or abatement of active assailant incidents on school premises. They are either school employees who volunteer to serve in addition to official job duties or personnel hired for the specific purpose of serving as a school guardian. The Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Program was established in 2018 through the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act. In its initial report, the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Public Safety Commission found that having Guardians in schools is the best way to ensure highly trained personnel are in place to respond immediately in the event of a school shooting. Show less

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  Lake County Sheriff's Office

  Nov 2022 - now

  Detention Deputy

  Maintains active radio contact with the facility and staff for directives and assistance requests. Responds to requests for assistance as necessary. Regularly communicates with numerous corrections and law enforcement departments. Searches inmate's physical person for contraband. Searches cell blocks and living areas for contraband. Transports inmates to on-site and off-site locations. Maintains order and security in the corrections facilities. Searches incoming inmate mail and packages for contraband. Conducts inmate head counts according to existing policy. Maintains accurate and complete records on inmate's movement and incidents in the facility. also Responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates being detained Show less