Ricardo Melendez
Kern County Probation Department
Bakersfield
1
Language
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Professional with comprehensive experience ready for this role. Equipped with strong skills in leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Known for team collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering results. Strong communicator with focus on integrity and accountability.
Community-oriented Officer comfortable working in high-stress situations and coordinating emergency responses. Seasoned team leader with unrelenting dedication to keeping community safe and secure. Proactive about using proper protocols while on duty and interacting with community contacts.
Work History
Youth Services Officer
4 Years 8 Months- Special RAP Assignment where the main factors are Re-Entry, ADA and Programming for youths housed in a facility.
- Supervise individuals and maintain a safe, secure, and orderly environment.
- Monitor behavior and identify potential safety concerns or conflicts.
- Respond calmly and professionally to difficult or stressful situations.
- Use effective communication and de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts.
- Enforce established rules, policies, and procedures consistently and fairly.
- Complete accurate reports, documentation, incident reports, and daily records.
- Communicate important information with supervisors and team members.
- Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries.
- Work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Follow emergency procedures and respond appropriately to safety-related incidents.
Armorer
1 Year- Perform firearm maintenance, inspection, and servicing in accordance with company procedures and applicable requirements.
- Work with AR-platform components and related firearm parts, accurately identifying components and evaluating their condition.
- Disassemble and reassemble firearms and components using appropriate tools, procedures, and manufacturer specifications.
- Prepare components for Cerakote by cleaning, degreasing, masking, and preparing surfaces for coating.
- Operate blasting and coating equipment while following established shop safety procedures.
- Apply Cerakote finishes with attention to coverage, consistency, color accuracy, and overall appearance.
- Cure coated components according to established coating procedures and inspect finished work for defects.
- Identify imperfections and perform appropriate rework to meet quality standards.
- Maintain accurate work orders, parts records, and job documentation.
- Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and properly maintained.
- Communicate with customers and coworkers regarding project requirements, completion status, and quality concerns.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
- Relevant Coursework: Communication Certificate
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
- 3.0 GPA
Skills
Community relations
Rule enforcement
Team collaboration
Risk assessment
Crisis intervention
De-escalation techniques
Reporting and documentation
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Time management
Certification
Certificate in Communication
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Youth Services Officer
Kern County Probation Department
01.2022 - CurrentRead More
Armorer
Dirty Bird Industries
08.2020 - 08.2021Read More
Bakersfield College
Associate of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from Communications
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