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Amanda Kuti

Barnegat,NJ

Summary

Retired Correctional Officer with extensive experience in security and order maintenance within high-pressure environments. Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution, emergency response, and inmate behavior management, leading to enhanced operational success. Acknowledged for strong communication and leadership skills that improve facility safety and efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Ocean County Department of Corrections
Toms River, NJ
02.2019 - Current
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
  • Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
  • Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
  • Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
  • Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.

Correctional Officer

Burlingon County Department of Corrections
Mount Holly, NJ
05.2005 - 02.2019
  • Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
  • Served as liaison between families of inmates ensuring they were kept informed about their loved ones' progress in custody.
  • Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
  • Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
  • Collaborated with outside agencies such as social workers, psychologists, and probation officers when necessary.
  • Supervised inmate activities, including meals, recreation times, and work assignments.
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
  • Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
  • Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
  • Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
  • Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
  • Managed conflict and negotiated resolutions between inmates to prevent violence and ensure the safety of all individuals in the facility.
  • Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
  • Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
  • Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Administration of Justice

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE
08-2015

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Excellent communication
  • Mental health awareness
  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Detail orientation
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management abilities

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Ocean County Department of Corrections
02.2019 - Current

Correctional Officer

Burlingon County Department of Corrections
05.2005 - 02.2019

Master of Science - Administration of Justice

Wilmington University

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