ABDURRASHID FAHEEM
Cambria Heights,NY
Summary
Hardworking Correctional Officer skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Skillfully detects contraband during cell searches. Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 17-year industry history. Committed Correctional Officer with passion for criminal justice. Experienced in maximum and medium security locations. Extensively trained in suicide prevention and defensive tactical techniques. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CORRECTION OFFICER
New York City Department Of Corrections
NEW YORK , NY
08.2004 - 11.2021
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Arranged library visits, work assignments, family visits and counseling appointments for prisoners.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Mitigated risks and emergency response delays by monitoring weapon inventory controls.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Led inmate work crews completing maintenance, construction, farming and operations activities.
- Enforced regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks, alcohol sensor testing and gate-locking procedures.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Automated document flow by ensuring log books and medical files were maintained with 100% accuracy.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of 60 inmates in maximum security.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
CAMPUS PEACE OFFICER
The City University Of New York
New York, NY
03.1994 - 08.2004
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
Education
GED -
08.1985 - 05.1987
Skills
Safety and security
undefinedcycling
own several bicycles cycle often as possible to stay fit
Timeline
CORRECTION OFFICER - New York City Department Of Corrections
08.2004 - 11.2021
CAMPUS PEACE OFFICER - The City University Of New York
03.1994 - 08.2004
Tarpon Springs High School - GED,
08.1985 - 05.1987