Andrew DiCarlo
Roanoke,Va
Summary
Hardworking individual who employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to keep order and avoid dangerous situations. Safety-oriented Correctional Officer with 3 years in maximum and medium security facilities. Extensively trained in defensive tactics and suicide prevention. Respectful and ethical person who believes that implementing firm, clear guidelines and adopting an attitude of understanding generates a more peaceful environment for all involved.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Town Of Vinton
06.2016 - 03.2023
- Enforced local laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Collaborated with community organizations to promote crime prevention initiatives.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior officers on department policies and procedures.
- Promoted to Detective, and later to Detective Corporal.
Deputy Sheriff
Roanoke City Sheriff's Office
Roanoke, 24016, VA
01.2012 - Current
- Maintained the custody and control of multiple inmates housed in maximum security unit.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Directed the activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, and cleaning duties.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Issued cleaning supplies, comfort items, laundry and all basic meals.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
- Responded to inquiries from the public, other staff, inmates and visitors.
- Led disciplinary hearings and made recommendations for sentencing.
- Made sure holding areas were cleaned and that prisoners were served meals on time.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to help keep the institution safe and secure.
- Established healthy relationships and maintained professional boundaries with resident offenders in the institution.
- Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and reported results to appropriate personnel.
Armed Guard and Driver
Loomis Armored
24019, VA
11.2013 - 08.2014
- Verified each delivery against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing the best and most efficient routes.
- Submitted receipts and money received from deliveries at the end of each shift.
- Drove company truck for local and intra-state pick-ups and deliveries.
- Verified that vehicle inspection stickers and registrations were current.
- Recorded each delivery using the proper paperwork before leaving the warehouse.
- Operated heavy material handing equipment such as fork trucks.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors.
- Completed pre and post-trip safety inspections, recording and reporting any defects and malfunctions.
- Fostered positive working relationships with customers by responding to their questions and concerns.
- Practiced safe and secure loading methods to avoid damaging goods.
- Completed all documentation neatly and accurately.
- Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Monitored and reported suspicious activities to local authorities.
Fabricator
B & R Sheet Metal
24014, VA
05.2009 - 01.2014
- Adjusted alignment of drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices.
- Fabricated large and small parts per drawing and assembled parts as required.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Employed different welding techniques to assemble parts and components.
Laborer
Salem National Peening
24153, VA
01.2008 - 11.2008
- Operated hand and power tools and heavy machinery safely.
- Painted and applied protective coatings to various parts.
- Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
- Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
- Detected work piece defects and machine malfunctions.
- Removed burrs, sharp edges, rust and scale from work pieces to prevent malfunction.
Shift Supervisor
McDonalds
Roanoke, VA
05.2005 - 02.2006
- Consistently provided friendly guest service and heartfelt hospitality.
- Promptly and empathetically handled guest concerns and complaints.
- Operated the sales register quickly and efficiently.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared fountain drinks and ice cream items.
- Handled currency and credit transactions quickly and accurately.
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program.
Education
Certificate for Jail security, Court security, and Civil process - Criminal Justice
Cardinal Criminal Justice Academy
Salem, VA2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Home School
Roanoke, VA2008
Skills
- Self-defense techniques
- Search and seizure procedures
- Suicide prevention training
- Firearm operations trained
- Safety and security-oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Team-oriented
- Weapons training
- De-escalation techniques
- Calm in emergency situations
- Emergency planning
- Culturally-sensitive
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Report writing
- Defensive tactics training
Accomplishments
- Seized 25 to 30 weapons during random cell searches.
- I have attended and passed the "survival shooting tactics" class hosted by Cardinal Criminal Justice Academy
- I received the "Marksmanship Excellence" award in the basic academy
Certification
- Jail Security
- Court Security
- Civil Process
- Virginia Criminal Information Network
- Armored car personnel
- Firearms for Security personnel
Timeline
Police Officer
Town Of Vinton
06.2016 - 03.2023
Armed Guard and Driver
Loomis Armored
11.2013 - 08.2014
Deputy Sheriff
Roanoke City Sheriff's Office
01.2012 - Current
Fabricator
B & R Sheet Metal
05.2009 - 01.2014
Laborer
Salem National Peening
01.2008 - 11.2008
Shift Supervisor
McDonalds
05.2005 - 02.2006
High School Diploma - undefined
Home School
Certificate for Jail security, Court security, and Civil process - Criminal Justice
Cardinal Criminal Justice Academy