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Work History
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Amy Fridley

Philippi,WV

Summary

Experienced Correctional Officer III with multiple years of experience in corrections; maintaining the care, custody, and control of inmates with a respectful and professional demeanor at all times. Understands and professionally applies regulations and enforces policy and procedures to manage inmate populations and maintain safety of the facility at all times. Skilled in training and motivating staff to maintain the care, custody and control of the inmate population; while following policy, procedures, and maintaining professionalism at all times.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Corporal

Tygart Valley Regional Jail
Belington, WV
08.2020 - 07.2023
  • Monitored and supervised inmates in the facility, ensuring their safety and security.
  • Maintained order by enforcing rules and regulations among inmates.
  • Conducted searches of cells, visitors, staff members, and other areas to detect contraband materials.
  • Assisted in coordinating inmate activities and programs such as recreation, education, religious services.
  • Documented all necessary information related to day-to-day operations for record keeping purposes.
  • Coordinated with medical personnel regarding the health care needs of inmates.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations in a professional manner.
  • Trained new staff members on procedures for handling inmates safely and securely.
  • Ensured that all appropriate paperwork was completed accurately for each inmate's file.
  • Interacted with families of inmates providing support during visits or phone calls.
  • Participated in team meetings discussing topics such as training opportunities or policy changes.
  • Performed regular inspections of living quarters to ensure they are clean and safe.
  • Attended court proceedings representing the correctional facility when required.
  • Advised senior officers on matters relating to inmate behavior or safety concerns.
  • Provided assistance to other law enforcement agencies when requested.
  • Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
  • Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
  • Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Supervised visitation and checked visitors for proper identification and contraband.
  • Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
  • Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
  • Safely transported inmates to and from work sites, maintaining physical headcounts at all times.
  • Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
  • Conducted urinalysis tests on inmates to test for illicit drugs.
  • Monitored disciplinary and medical lockups every 15 minutes.
  • Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
  • Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
  • Notified medical staff of inmates requiring medical attention and submitted proper incident reports.
  • Inspected locks, window bars, doors and security systems to support escape prevention.
  • Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
  • Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
  • Settled disputes between inmates.
  • Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
  • 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.
  • Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
  • Supervised and made cell assignments.
  • Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
  • Promoted safety, order and functionality of facility.

Corrections Officer II

St Mary's Correctional Center
St. Marys, WV
07.2017 - 10.2017
  • Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
  • Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
  • 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.
  • Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
  • Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
  • Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
  • Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
  • Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
  • Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
  • Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
  • Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
  • Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
  • Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
  • Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
  • Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
  • Inspected locks, window bars, doors and security systems to support escape prevention.
  • Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
  • Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
  • Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
  • Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
  • Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
  • Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.

Corrections Officer

Tygart Valley Regional Jail
Belington, WV
04.2014 - 12.2016
  • Conducted security checks and monitored inmate movement in the facility.
  • Supervised subordinate staff, providing guidance and instruction on policies and procedures.
  • Monitored activities within housing units to ensure safety and security of staff and inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations quickly and effectively according to established protocols.
  • Enforced departmental regulations concerning conduct, sanitation, dress code, visitation rights.
  • Investigated incidents involving violations of rules or regulations and took appropriate corrective action.
  • Intervened in potentially violent confrontations between inmates using verbal de-escalation techniques.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for managing difficult inmates.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as medical services or recreation programs.
  • Conducted random searches of cells and living areas for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
  • Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
  • Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
  • Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
  • Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
  • Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
  • Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
  • Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
  • Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
  • Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
  • Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
  • 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.
  • Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
  • Settled disputes between inmates.
  • Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
  • Recorded prisoner identification, charges and incidents of inmate disturbance, keeping daily logs of prisoner activities.
  • Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
  • Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.
  • Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
  • Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
  • Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
  • Promoted safety, order and functionality of facility.
  • Supervised and made cell assignments.

Education

BCOT 119th - Corrections

DMAPS
Glenville
06-2015

GED -

Fred Erble Technical Center
Philippi, WV
06-2013

Accomplishments

Recieved Superior Performance In Physical Fitness award at the BCOT 119TH Academy Class

Recieved Director's Certificate of Commendation in 2016

Timeline

Correctional Corporal

Tygart Valley Regional Jail
08.2020 - 07.2023

Corrections Officer II

St Mary's Correctional Center
07.2017 - 10.2017

Corrections Officer

Tygart Valley Regional Jail
04.2014 - 12.2016

BCOT 119th - Corrections

DMAPS

GED -

Fred Erble Technical Center

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