ARNOLD NICHOLAS
Correctional Officer
Windsor Mill,MD
Summary
Proactive and collaborative professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines and frequent interruptions. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and a strong work ethic, consistently excelling in independent tasks while effectively contributing to team objectives. A stable work history underscores reliability and commitment to excellence. Thrives in dynamic environments, balancing individual accountability with a focus on achieving collective goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Ordnance Road Correctional Center
Glen Burnie, MD
12.1997 - Current
- Fingerprinted, photographed incoming and released inmates.
- Followed daily routine schedule; took counts of all inmates in assigned cell block.
- Performed searches of inmates, vehicles, mail items and dormitories.
- Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court and other institutions.
- Exercised surveillance and control over 64 inmates.
- Enforced all building rules and regulations within the facility.
- Detained individuals when necessary to prevent security breaches.
Human Resources Specialist (SFC) (R)
UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVES
RICHMOND, VA
05.1990 - 02.2016
- Identified then solved complex problems that impacted leadership's direction.
- Evaluated performance of staff to make recommendations for further improvements.
- Coordinated monthly status calls to update teams on goals, strategies and developments while sharing best practices to enhance success.
- Supervised employees while providing effective insight on job duties to ensure optimal productivity.
- Oversaw HR functions to optimize employee performance.
- Supervised 7+ subordinates to ensure optimal team performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
University of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD2011
Associate of Science - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD2004
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Investigative procedures
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Personnel records maintenance
- Emergency response
- Patience and tolerance
- Physical restraint
- Behavioral observation
- Body and cell searches
- De-escalation techniques
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate supervision
Accomplishments
- Served as Equal Opportunity Liaison for staff of over 100 personnel.
- Performed as Senior Instructor/Writer for Army Adjutant School.
- Nominated for instructor of the year in 2014.
Affiliations
Lifetime Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc
Work Availability
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Timeline
Detention Officer
Ordnance Road Correctional Center
12.1997 - Current
Human Resources Specialist (SFC) (R)
UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVES
05.1990 - 02.2016
Associate of Science - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
The Community College of Baltimore County
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
University of Baltimore