Andrew Johnson
Elaine,AR
Summary
Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 12-year industry history. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Willingness to learn new skills and motivated to work in any industry. Love challenges on the job and not one to be quick to failure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Supervisor II
(State Of Kansas) El Dorado Correction Facility
2012.01 - 2024.04
- Maintained a safe environment for both inmates and staff by enforcing strict adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Managed staffing schedules efficiently to ensure adequate coverage of all areas within the correctional institution while minimizing overtime costs.
- Expedited incident report processes by streamlining documentation procedures, improving timeliness in addressing concerns or disciplinary actions.
- Reduced incidents of contraband by conducting thorough cell searches and maintaining vigilant security protocols.
- Increased staff morale through regular communication, recognition, and support initiatives.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring safety for all involved parties while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Mentored junior corrections officers in their career progression, providing guidance on best practices for maintaining facility safety and security standards.
- Enhanced staff performance through consistent training and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient facility operations and resource allocation.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement among staff members by encouraging open communication and feedback on facility operations, policies, and procedures.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to manage inmate disputes and maintain order within the facility.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
Education
High School Diploma -
Butler County Community College
Skills
- Incident Reporting
- Security Protocols
- Crisis Management
- Correctional facility procedures
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Self-defense tactics
- Security Procedures
- First Aid Training
- Firearm operations trained
- Emergency Management
- Staff Management
- Weapons training
- Suicide Prevention
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Emergency Response
- Crisis intervention training
- Criminal Justice
- Facility Maintenance
- Behavioral Management
- Staff Training
Accomplishments
Firearms instructor certified with the State of Kansas.
Completed Security Operations Response Team Training.
Received extensive first aid medical training and training to deal with people with mental heath issues.
Have years of experience in supervision on staff and extensive knowledge of how to manage and increase staff moral.
Timeline
Corrections Supervisor II
(State Of Kansas) El Dorado Correction Facility
2012.01 - 2024.04
High School Diploma -
Butler County Community College
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