Senior Correctional Officer Resume Samples

Description :

1. Involved the performance of security, movement, transportation and physical restraint of combative and assaultive inmates inside education, dining, housing unit, recreation yard and visitation areas of the facility.
2. Trained of New hire Correctional Officers in their daily duties through out the facility in numerous post on how to properly pat down inmates for weapons and or drugs, search inmate cells, day halls.
3. Hired and terminated offenders for jobs with in the housing unit, submitted their monthly pay using a citrix computer program which was linked to the accounting department.
   
4. Provided supervision, care and security of inmates in a correctional environment.
5. Experienced supervising inmates throughout the institution and providing instructions related to institutional procedures and sanitation.
6. Enforced rules and regulations governing correctional institution security, inmate accountability and inmate conduct.
7. Experienced with conducting various count procedures of inmates.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

Academics

Description :

1. Used the ION machine to test for the presence of drugs according to the regulations.
2. Forwarded paperwork to SIS and the Operations Lieutenant.
3. Assisted SIS in several drug introduction cases in to the avisiting room.
4. Supervised a crew of five inmates assigned the front entrance as orderlies, completing evaluations and pay sheets.
5. Worked in housing units supervising inmates at FCC Terre Haute's USP, FCI and Satellite Camp.
6. Conducted many cell searches finding tattoo paraphernalia, a homemade welding device, prohibited food items, and many gallons of homemade intoxicants  supervised inmates during movements as a corridor officer.
7. Observed and delegated daily tasks as a training officer and acting sergeant.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Certificate In Law Enforcement

Description :

1. Responsible for the direct supervision, custody, control, discipline and escape prevention of 50 inmates.
2. Processed incoming inmates to intake.
3. Controlled and monitored mass movements during meal times, work activities, and recreational activities.
4. Monitored cell and dormitory areas.
5. Prepared written matter of records and notices of infractions.
6. Ensured the safety of lives and protection.
7. Prepared and planned contingency plans and set up responses with other emergency units.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Customer Service

Description :

1. Received, or checked periodic inmate counts.
2. Maintained order, disciplined, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and laws.
3. Maintained knowledge of, comply with, and enforce all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
4. Supervised and directed the work of correctional officers to ensure the safe custody, discipline, and welfare of inmates.
5. Supervised or performed searches of inmates or their quarters to locate contraband items.
6. Monitored behavior of subordinates to ensure alert, courteous, and professional behavior toward inmates, parolees, fellow employees, visitors, and the public.
7. Completed administrative paperwork or supervise the preparation or maintenance of records, forms, or reports.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

High School Diploma In Diploma

Description :

1. Trained of New hire Correctional Officers in their daily duties through out the facility in numerous post on how to properly pat down inmates for weapons and or drugs, search inmate cells, day halls, dining halls, recreation yards for possible contraband by showing them how to properly search for hiding places and altered security devices and operating security cameras and how to look for suspicious activity ect; Also performed yearly training for all staff in (Prison Rape Elimination Act) and (Inmate escape).
2. Showed them videos of inmate interviews throughout the country of inmates who committed sexual assault or who were victims of sexual assault, then would have an open forum of what to look out for and how to deal with and report P.R.E.A.
3. Discussed in a classroom setting on different ways offenders might try to escape either from transport vehicle or other means through out the facility and discuss in an open forum of what to look for such as suspicious activity or security tampered devices.
4. Conducted hearings on offenders who were written up for violation of Colorado Revised Statues as well as violating Posted operational rules of the facility.
5. Conducted investigations on internal complaints and violations of rules and regulations according to policies and procedures.
6. Monitored and tracked disciplinary and corrective actions , Certified to take urine samples from offenders and staff for drug testing.
7. Monitored day to day activities of facility by surveillance camera and report unusual activities to a supervisor.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Academics

Description :

1. Implemented supervision, security, and treatment practices to ensure safe living environments while contributing to the growth and change of residents in a correctional setting.
2. Helped counsel and rehabilitated residents by listening to their needs and complaints, offering advice and making sure they are referred to the appropriate treatment program.
3. Effectively supervised and worked in a group setting serving as a positive role model to both residents and staff trainees.
4. Communicated professionally orally and in writing.
5. Maintained records/documentation and prepare reports.
6. Settled disputes between two or more inmates by performing restraint techniques and de-escalation practices in accordance with procedures and training.
7. Operated master control, opening doors within the facility.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Criminal Justice

Description :

1. Builds and maintains rapport with inmates.
2. Defuses disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
3. Controls disruptive behavior by appropriate verbal orders and/or appropriate use of physical force.
4. Uses verbal and listening skills to determine potential inmate problems, such as suicide risk, intoxication, drug usage, assaultive behavior, etc.
5. Informs and explains institutional rules to inmates.
6. Communicates information regarding security, safety and operations through the chain of command.
7. Monitors inmates, watching closely for unusual behavior, improper conduct or signs of conflict.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Academics

Description :

1. Transported inmates to court appearances, the jail, courtrooms and doctors' appointments.
2. Directly supervised the day-to-day of inmates in the secure facility.
3. Scheduled and coordinated corrections staff yearly training meetings Prepared the weekly inmate behavioral reports to be reported to the case workers.
4. Prepared daily logs, progress reports and records on inmate's behaviors and documented findings in inmate's records.
5. Vigorously observed and recognized positive and/or negative changes in inmate's behavior.
6. Successfully operated the command control center and initiated the movement of all inmate's through the facility.
7. Prepared incidents reports concerning inmate's disturbances as well as injuries.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

BS In Criminal Justice

Description :

1. Supervised a minimum of 120 inmates in living quarters, dining areas, visiting room and recreational areas.
2. Counseled with inmates concerning the importance of maintaining a high level of sanitation, personal hygiene and self-preservation as they prepare to enter back into society.
3. Provided positive feedback to supervisors and colleagues during shift briefings.
4. Submitted memorandums and reports that are clear and concise in a timely manner, ensuring that the information is easily understood.
5. Formulated work assignments for inmates according to their mental and physical ability.
6. Compiled incident and accident reports and conducting interviews of witnesses when inmates are injured.
7. Submitted suggestions to the supervisor that improve the orderly running of the institution.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

General Studies

Description :

1. Regularly completed physical security checks of the facility, to include but not limited to opening, closing and responding to alarm sounds.
2. Prepared incidents reports concerning inmate's disturbances as well as injuries.
3. Regularly completed physical security checks of the facility, to include but not limited to opening, closing and responding to alarm sounds.
4. Supervised staff and inmates Ensure the safety of staff and inmates Discipline the inmates according to the policy and procedures of Correction.
5. Monitors visits between inmates and personal visitors.
6. Supervises periods of recreational activity.
7. Maintained a complete and accurate log of all activities and incidents during shift.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

General Studies