Angela Morrison
Lomax,Lomax
Summary
Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols. 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 7-year industry history.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Iowa State Penitentiary
08.2016 - Current
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- 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.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
Armed Security Officer
Iowa Army Ammunition Plant
09.2005 - 08.2016
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
- Maintained physical fitness to perform physically demanding job tasks.
- Wrote [Timeframe] reports detailing visitors, incidents, and resolutions.
- Maintained confidentiality to protect sensitive information and prevent harmful release of information.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dallas City High School
Dallas City, IL05.1992
Skills
- Emergency Protocol
- Search Cells
- Observation
- Occupational Hazards and Safety Precautions
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Iowa State Penitentiary
08.2016 - Current
Armed Security Officer
Iowa Army Ammunition Plant
09.2005 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Dallas City High School
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