Armando Thomas
US Army Sergeant
Brooklyn ,New York
Summary
Alert Correctional Officer Sergeant with hands-on experience handling issues related to maintaining the peace in Federal [Level 1- 3] security prisons. Trained in defensive tactics and firearms. Sound knowledge of visitation guidelines and seize and search protocols. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Sergeant
United States Army
Fort Leavenworth, KS
08.2018 - Current
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Corrections Sergeant
United States Army
Camp Humphreys, South Korea
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Education
Bachelors - Applied Psychology
National University
CA 01.2023 - Current
Skills
Security procedures
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members, and also provided custody, care, and control for over 400 inmates in the Army's Maximum Security Prison (United States Disciplinary Barracks).
- ACA Certified Correctional officer.
- Achieved multiple 98-100% on annual checks of facilities safety protocols.
Certification
ACA certification
Timeline
Bachelors - Applied Psychology
National University
01.2023 - Current
Corrections Sergeant
United States Army
11.2021 - 11.2022
ACA certification
03-2019
Corrections Sergeant
United States Army
08.2018 - Current