Austin Phillips
Corrections Officer
Iron Mountain,MI
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.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Dickinson County Sheriff's Office
09.2019 - 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.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- 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 and, living quarters for contraband.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
Soldier
US Army
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Navigated terrain in hostile and non-hostile conditions, achieving positive outcomes.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Upheld Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete mechanic and security taskings.
Soldier
US Army
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
- Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
- Delivered prompt first aid and medical care to injured personnel, optimizing outcomes.
- Engaged targets in low-light conditions with night vision equipment.
- Upheld Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
Soldier
US Army
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice And Security
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07.2024
High School Diploma -
Kingsford High School
Kingsford, MI05.2014
Skills
- Inmate Monitoring
- Contraband Seizure
- Evidence Preservation
- Prisoner Transport
- Facility Security
- Emergency Response
- Firearm Operations Trained
- Security Procedures
- Safety
- Self-Defense Techniques
- Report Writing
- Search Procedures
Section name
Change oil, air filters, brakes, and other important components.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Dickinson County Sheriff's Office
09.2019 - Current
Soldier
US Army
06.2018 - 08.2019
Soldier
US Army
01.2015 - 05.2018
Soldier
US Army
08.2014 - 01.2015
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice And Security
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Kingsford High School
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