Alisha Van Ness
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Dedicated correctional officer with proven skills in inmate supervision, conflict resolution, and emergency response. Committed to maintaining a secure environment through effective communication and attention to detail.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Davidson County Sheriff Office
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored inmate activities to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks to prevent unauthorized access and maintain order.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations to provide assistance and stabilize incidents.
- Participated in training sessions to learn effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Enforced rules and regulations consistently while promoting respect among inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Los Angeles, California
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify security breaches and hazards.
- Responded promptly to incidents, ensuring proper protocols were followed.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily activities and incidents.
- Controlled access points by verifying credentials and screening visitors.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during emergencies for effective response.
- Trained new officers on security procedures and emergency protocols.
- Maintained communication with team members using radio systems for coordination.
- Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
- Maintained logs of all security-related incidents and submitted reports regularly to supervisor.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations, including medical emergencies, fire alarms, bomb threats.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations, or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Interacted with customers in a professional manner while providing directions or responding to inquiries.
- Provided escorts for authorized personnel entering restricted areas within the facility.
- Tracked vehicles on premises, including license plate numbers.
- Communicated effectively with team members while coordinating efforts during shifts.
Detention Officer
Intercon Security
Pasadena, California
02.2016 - 09.2024
- Monitored detainee behavior to maintain safety and security within the facility.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among detainees to promote a safe environment.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to ensure compliance among detainees.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Assist in training new officers on security protocols and procedures.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
- Participated in training sessions designed to improve job performance or learn new techniques.
- Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates.
- Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court, and other institutions.
Armed Security Officer
Off Duty Officers
San Diego , CA
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify security breaches and hazards.
- Responded promptly to incidents, ensuring proper protocols were followed.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily activities and incidents.
- Controlled access points by verifying credentials and screening visitors.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during emergencies for effective response.
- Maintained communication with team members using radio systems for coordination.
- Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
- Maintained logs of all security-related incidents and submitted reports regularly to supervisor.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations, or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
detention officer
Starside Security
Diamond Bar, California
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Monitored detainee behavior to maintain safety and security within facilities.
- Managed intake and processing of new detainees following established protocols.
- Documented incidents and daily activities in detailed reports for record-keeping.
- Trained new officers on procedures, policies, and emergency response techniques.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to ensure compliance among detainees.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, mail sorting and answering telephones.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
- Assisted in the intake of new inmates, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed and filed correctly.
- Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
- Investigated disturbances within the facility and reported findings to supervisors.
- Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates.
- Conducted inmate and detention facility visual surveillance to identify and subdue unrest.
- Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court, and other institutions.
Detention Officer
G4S Secure Solutions USA
Riverside, California
06.2010 - 12.2016
- Monitored detainee behavior to maintain safety and security within facilities.
- Managed intake and processing of new detainees following established protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of detention areas and equipment for safety compliance.
- Documented incidents and daily activities in detailed reports for record-keeping.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among detainees to promote a safe environment.
- Trained new officers on procedures, policies, and emergency response techniques.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to ensure compliance among detainees.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Served meals in a timely manner while enforcing mealtime regulations for inmates.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
San Juaquin Valley College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA06-2009
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency response
- Security monitoring
- Report writing
- Access control
- De-escalation techniques
- Attention to detail
- Training and development
- Prisoner transport
- First aid training
- Communication skills
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Contraband seizure
- Firearms proficiency
- Self-defense techniques
- Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
- Firearm operations trained
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Davidson County Sheriff Office
08.2024 - Current
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2024 - 09.2024
Armed Security Officer
Off Duty Officers
03.2019 - 04.2021
detention officer
Starside Security
04.2018 - 02.2020
Detention Officer
Intercon Security
02.2016 - 09.2024
Detention Officer
G4S Secure Solutions USA
06.2010 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
San Juaquin Valley College
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