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Alexander Sanders

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Federal Correctional Officer at the U.S. Department of Justice. Proven crisis management and conflict resolution skills, successfully implementing violence prevention strategies. Committed to fostering community engagement and mentoring, ensuring safety and positive outcomes for individuals in challenging environments. CPR/AED certified.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Federal Correctional Officer

U.S. Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Butner, NC
06.2000 - Current
  • Addressed emergency situations involving inmates or staff members with urgency
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Provided guidance and counseling to inmates regarding personal issues or problems they may be facing while incarcerated.
  • Developed strategies to reduce incidents of violence or inappropriate behavior within the facility.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving riots, hostage situations, escapes or other critical events.
  • Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
  • Facilitated communication between inmates, family members, attorneys and other external parties.
  • Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
  • Oversaw assigned court trips for jailers, maintaining security of staff and public.
  • Interacted with community organizations to facilitate reintegration programs for released inmates.
  • Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
  • Attended mandatory trainings such as CPR and AED certifications courses.
  • Maintained current CPR and AED certifications according to local regulations.
  • Loaded and transported patients from hospitals to rehab centers or other medical facilities.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.

Detention Officer

Wake County Sheriff's Office
Raleigh, NC
03.1996 - 05.2000
  • Supervised daily activities of detainees, ensuring safety and compliance with facility policies.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of all equipment used by staff members or inmates.
  • Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
  • Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Applied First Aid and CPR techniques when necessary.
  • Identified potential hazards and enforced safety protocols at scenes to prevent injuries.
  • Trained personnel about fire codes and regulations.

Youth Counselor

City Of Raleigh Parks And Recreation
Raleigh, NC
06.1993 - 08.1993
  • Communicated with challenged and troubled children in effort to exact positive impact and influence.
  • Organized recreational activities that promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Collaborated with counselors and parents to report youth behavior and progress.
  • Improved children's behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions.
  • Maintained safe and therapeutic environment by monitoring, supervising and engaging youth in daily routines and programming.
  • Counseled clients physical, mental factors impacting personal success.
  • Advocated for at-risk youth individuals and promoted helpful resources and programs to foster progress.
  • Documented actions and incidents associated with youth program participants.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors through reinforcement techniques such as praise or rewards.

Education

Correctional Officer Certification

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Glynco,Georgia
07-2001

Fire Emergencies Training Course/WCSO

Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
06-1997

Detention Officer Certification Course

WCSO Training Center.
Raleigh, NC
10-1996

High School Diploma -

William G Enloe
Raleigh, NC
05-1992

Skills

  • Crisis management
  • Safety inspections
  • Report writing
  • Emergency response
  • First aid certification
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Inmate supervision
  • Behavior management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Training and mentoring
  • Community engagement
  • Problem solving
  • Gang awareness education
  • Violence prevention
  • Effective communication
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Firearm safety protocols
  • Suicide prevention strategies
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Teamwork and relationship building
  • Incident reporting procedures
  • Occupational hazard mitigation
  • CPR/AED certified
  • Counseling techniques
  • Life skills development
  • Youth supervision
  • Risk assessment

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Federal Correctional Officer

U.S. Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons
06.2000 - Current

Detention Officer

Wake County Sheriff's Office
03.1996 - 05.2000

Youth Counselor

City Of Raleigh Parks And Recreation
06.1993 - 08.1993

Correctional Officer Certification

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

Fire Emergencies Training Course/WCSO

Wake Technical Community College

Detention Officer Certification Course

WCSO Training Center.

High School Diploma -

William G Enloe
Alexander Sanders