Austin Gehrig
Omaha
Summary
Dedicated professional with a solid background in corrections and security. Strengths include firearms proficiency, integrity, and keen observation skills. Prepared to leverage these attributes to enhance safety protocals and operational effectiveness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Corporal
Nebraska Department Of Correctional Services
Lincoln, NE
07.2019 - Current
- Supervised daily activities of inmates, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and institutional regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to maintain security standards and identify potential hazards.
- Coordinated inmate movement between various areas, ensuring compliance with established procedures and schedules.
- Mentored junior staff on conflict resolution techniques and effective communication strategies within correctional environments.
- Provided support during emergency situations, effectively managing crisis incidents while prioritizing safety for all involved parties.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on industry best practices, enhancing personal knowledge and effectiveness in the role.
Armed Federal Security Officer (part Time)
Prudential Defense
Omaha, NE
02.2022 - 10.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality when interacting with federal employees, visitors, contractors, or other personnel on site.
- Developed strong working relationships with local law enforcement agencies to enhance cooperation during emergency situations or joint operations.
- Conducted detailed incident reports, documenting occurrences for review by management and ensuring appropriate follow-up actions were taken.
- Maintained strict adherence to federal regulations governing firearms usage and storage, ensuring weapons were always secured properly and used responsibly.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
CAP 2 Supervisor
Walmart
Bellevue, NE
10.2016 - 07.2019
- Supervised team operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained new associates on inventory management and stocking procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity in merchandise handling.
- Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for operational efficiency gains.
- Resolved customer service issues by facilitating effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
- Developed schedules to align staffing levels with peak business demands.
- Reduced shrinkage with vigilant loss prevention strategies and thorough investigation of discrepancies.
- Conducted regular audits on inventory accuracy, minimizing discrepancies between system records and physical stock levels.
Education
Master of Criminal Justice -
Lincoln Southeast Community Collage
Lincoln05-2027
Skills
- Inmate transportation
- Inmate supervision
- Integrity and ethics
- Restraint techniques
- Self-defense tactics
- Security procedures
- Microsoft office
- Public safety
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis management
- Firearms proficiency
- Observation
- CCTV monitoring
Certification
- Conflict resolution and Crisis negation.
- OC Instructor.
- Firearms instructor.
- CPR basic life support and AED trained.
- TAPS trained.
- FEMA ICS/NIMS incident command trained.
Timeline
Armed Federal Security Officer (part Time)
Prudential Defense
02.2022 - 10.2025
Corrections Corporal
Nebraska Department Of Correctional Services
07.2019 - Current
CAP 2 Supervisor
Walmart
10.2016 - 07.2019
Master of Criminal Justice -
Lincoln Southeast Community Collage