Arthur Harris
Bellevue,NE
Summary
Resilient Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining security and peace in high-stress environments. Known for productivity and efficiency in task completion, managing time effectively to meet all job requirements. Specialized skills include conflict resolution, emergency response coordination, and inmate behavior modification strategies. Excel at communication, empathy, and leadership, crucial for fostering safe correctional facilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Sarpy County Department of Corrections
Bellevue, Nebraska
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
Owner
Ezekiel Watchman LLC
, United States
05.2018 - Current
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with business partners, vendors, and customers
- Implemented process improvements resulting in increased efficiency throughout the organization
- Identified areas for improvement within existing processes and systems through extensive analysis of data sets
- Managed client accounts by providing timely updates on project progress and responding promptly to inquiries
Mental Health Unit Supervisor
Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
Lincoln, NE
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided day-to-day leadership and direction to assigned staff
- Implemented scheduled daily activities and active treatment
- Administered supervision of staff, including evaluations and disciplinary actions
- Ensured staff training and competency requirements were met
- Maintained effective communication with administrative and program staff
- Lowered staff injuries by over 85% in three months
- Implement and monitor evidence-based practices for mental health interventions
- Develop and implement a comprehensive mental health training program for staff, including topics such as crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and self-care strategies
- Develop and implement strategies to improve staff morale and job satisfaction
- Provided leadership and direction to team members, ensuring all tasks were completed in a timely manner.
Youth Security Specialist II
Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
Lincoln, United States
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided direct supervision of adolescents by maintaining a secure, safe, and clean environment
- Implemented individual treatment plans and observed and documented daily behaviors
- Responsible for transporting youth to appointments or off-grounds activities
- Facilitate therapeutic interventions for youth in the custody of the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services to promote positive behavior and emotional growth
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement strategies to support the behavioral and emotional needs of youth
Correctional Officer
Nebraska Department of Corrections-NDCS
Tecumseh, Nebraska
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
Case Manager
Franklin County Job & Family Services
, United States
02.2013 - 11.2017
- Determined client's eligibility for and monitored client's participation in a variety of public assistance programs and services, including employment services, financial assistance, food stamps, child care, medical care or other community and social programs and services
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and eligibility for TANF, Disability Assistance, Medicaid, Food Assistance, HealthChek, Food Assistance Investigation and Prosecution, Medicaid Transportation, SSI Case Management, At Risk Case Management Transportation, and/or Refugee Medical
- Gathered and documented personal information, financial and employment information, verifications and other documentation as required by program rules and guidelines
- Conducted interviews in person, over the phone, or in the field
- Authorized or denied participation in and payments from public assistance programs and services
- Develop cooperative plans to meet client needs to become self-sufficient
Education
Master of Public Administration - Law and Public Policy
Liberty University
09-2025
Bachelor's of Arts - Political Science (Comparative Politics)
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
01.2015
Skills
- Interviewing Skills
- Eligibility Determination
- Program Administration
- Contract Negotiation
- Process Improvement
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Sarpy County Department of Corrections
12.2023 - Current
Mental Health Unit Supervisor
Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
04.2023 - 09.2023
Youth Security Specialist II
Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
01.2023 - 04.2023
Correctional Officer
Nebraska Department of Corrections-NDCS
05.2022 - 09.2022
Owner
Ezekiel Watchman LLC
05.2018 - Current
Case Manager
Franklin County Job & Family Services
02.2013 - 11.2017
Master of Public Administration - Law and Public Policy
Liberty University
Bachelor's of Arts - Political Science (Comparative Politics)
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
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