Cody Dominique
Groton,CT
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills while contributing to a team and enhancing the organizational brand.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
Norwich, CT
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted recruitment activities in schools, colleges, job fairs, and other public venues to promote military service.
- Developed and maintained relationships with eight local high school's and two community colleges having facilitated over class presentations on organizational benefits and opportunities within military service.
- Conducted comprehensive assessment and interview's for over 500 applicants to identify suitable candidates subsequently meeting and exceeding mission requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of all prospecting, and recruitment activities in accordance with organizational policy resulting in 100% satisfactory in a Systematic Recruiting Inspection.
- Reviewed, analyzed, and interpreted various internal and external documents and evaluations, strategically leveraging insights to enhance productivity and streamline the administrative processes, thereby mitigating operational slowdowns.
- Systematically prospected for qualified applicants using electronic communication, digital marketing, and applicant referrals systematically contributing to increased proficiency in the work-place.
- Physically and mentally prepared all recruits through weekly/monthly physical training sessions and leadership discussions resulting in less than 9% attrition (discharge) rate during entry level training and saving the organization roughly $2 million dollars.
- Contracted over 52 applicants contributing to organizational readiness and meeting congressional mission for fiscal year 2021 - 2024.
- Selected as the 2022 Rookie Recruiter of The Year across Recruiting Station Springfield, MA. in competition with 34 recruiters in three different states.
Lead Correctional Counselor
United States Marine
Yuma, AZ
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Provided counseling services to inmates in a group or individual setting to address issues such as substance abuse, trauma, anger management, and other behavioral problems.
- Developed and implemented counseling and rehabilitation programs for a new prison facility.
- Conducted over 80 hours of individual counseling sessions for pre and post-trial prisoners.
- Coordinated educational classes for inmates on topics such as substance abuse prevention and life skills development.
- Organized recreational activities for inmates including sports, art classes, and movie nights.
- Created reports detailing inmate progress and submitted them regularly to supervisors and other administrators within the correctional system.
- Served as a liaison between correctional staff members, outside agencies, family members of incarcerated individuals, legal representatives, and parole officers.
- Advised correctional officers on strategies for dealing with disruptive behavior amongst prisoners.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately when an inmate is transferred between facilities or released from prison.
Duty Brig Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
Yuma, AZ
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Led a team of 12 Marines on a rotational 24 hour shift in the maintenance of good order and discipline, and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
- Managed monthly staff schedules, proactively addressing staffing shortages through on-call procedures and schedule adjustments to maintain optimal staffing levels.
- Provided comprehensive training and certification for 8 staff members, greatly increasing mission readiness.
- Received commendations for outstanding leadership and dedication to personal and professional development, mentoring and coaching 12 staff members, resulting in a notable 68% increase in promotions and departmental recognition.
- Developed and supervised the facility’s training plans, developed addendums to policy, and
managed the Correctional Management Information System (CORMIS). - Monitored and evaluated employee performance, providing feedback and guidance as necessary.
- Conducted investigations into inmate complaints and grievances, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Enforced security regulations, responding to disturbances in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate activities, including disciplinary reports, medical visits, and court appearances.
- Developed strategies to reduce recidivism among inmates through education programs and other initiatives.
- Provided counseling services to inmates on topics such as anger management, substance abuse treatment, and job training skills.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for inmates traveling between facilities or attending court dates outside the institution.
- Reviewed applications for visiting privileges submitted by family members or friends of inmates.
- Supervised work crews assigned to various tasks around the facility grounds.
- Ensured that all areas of the facility were properly maintained according to safety standards.
- Supervised [Number] guards and managed [Number] offenders at [Type] prison.
- Investigated incidents involving contraband or criminal activity within the facility.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Recorded prisoner identification, charges and incidents of inmate disturbance, keeping daily logs of prisoner activities.
- Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
- Settled disputes between inmates.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Notified medical staff of inmates requiring medical attention and submitted proper incident reports.
- Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
- Monitored disciplinary and medical lockups every 15 minutes.
- Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
- Oversaw assigned court trips for jailers, maintaining security of staff and public.
- Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Logged maintenance requests to adhere to operational safety guidelines.
- Provided support services such as meals, clothing distribution, library services, as needed.
Training Instructor
United States Marine Corps
Chesapeake , VA
10.2015 - 04.2017
- Developed and delivered classroom instruction on a multitude of correctional topics to all staff in accordance with annual training plan.
- Facilitated orientation and training classes to communicate policies and procedures to new hires.
- Provided in-service training weekly to roughly 145 service members regarding policies and procedures.
- Trained and certified roughly over 720 U.S. service members regarding basic escort procedures and greatly enhancing unit readiness and capabilities across the East Coast.
- Organized and maintained records of attendance, grades, evaluations and other pertinent data related to training sessions.
- Maintained electronic and hard-copies of all staff training files to ensure 100% compliance with annual training plan and correctional standards.
- Developed and managed roughly 25 Standards for two separate inspections, achieving 100% compliance, and leading to national accreditations with the American Corrections Association and Prison Rape Elimination Act.
- Prepared hard copy training materials, module summaries, videos and presentations.
- Evaluated effectiveness of training programs by collecting feedback from participants and making necessary modifications when needed.
- Instructed students using a variety of methods such as class-room presentation, demonstrations, role playing exercises and practical application.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plainville High School
Plainville, CT06-2013
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Recruitment
- Interpersonal and Conflict Resolution Skills
- Safety and Security Managerial Operations
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (x3)
- Marine Corps Certificate of Commendation (x3)
- Marine Corps Meritorious Mast (x4)
- Marine Corps Recruiter Ribbon
- Selected as Rookie Recruiter of The Year for Recruiting Station (RS) Springfield, MA.
- Selected as Recruiter of The Quarter for RS Springfield, MA. (x2)
- Selected as Recruiter of The Month for RS Springfield, MA. (x2)
Certification
- Interservice Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor Certificate
- Naval Correctional Counselors Certificate
- Naval Basic Instructor Certificate
- American Corrections Association - Certified Corrections Supervisor
References
JOSEPH LACE
Executive Officer, U.S. Marine Corps
(401) 601-7621 /
BRENDEN PUGH
Residential Sales Consultant, Service Experts
(928) 323-2006 / brendanjohnpugh5@gmail.com
JIM CHUPAS
Transportation Maintenance Director, CT Department of Transportation
(860) 982-6460 / james.chupas@ct.gov
Timeline
Military Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
08.2021 - Current
Lead Correctional Counselor
United States Marine
03.2020 - 07.2021
Duty Brig Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
05.2018 - 02.2020
Training Instructor
United States Marine Corps
10.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Plainville High School