Barry Dowdy
Moyock,NC
Summary
Dedicated security professional with extensive experience at Colonas Shipyard, excelling in incident documentation and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance safety protocols and de-escalate conflicts, ensuring a secure environment. Skilled in firearms proficiency and surveillance monitoring, demonstrating reliability and a cooperative attitude in high-pressure situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Colonas Shipyard
Norfolk, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols, identifying and addressing potential security threats.
- Responded promptly to incidents, providing assistance and coordinating with law enforcement as needed.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily activities, incidents, and observations for reporting purposes.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to uphold a secure environment for all employees.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance security protocols and improve response strategies.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
Correctional Caseworker Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
Greenville, NC
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided support in case management and client assessments.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop service plans.
- Adapted communication strategies to address diverse client backgrounds.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills and personal development for clients.
- Researched local programs to enhance service delivery options for clients.
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Monitored case progress for timely completion and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Prepared detailed reports for court proceedings that accurately reflected clients'' progress and recommended next steps.
- Maintained up-to-date records on all clients, enabling accurate monitoring of progress and appropriate case planning adjustments.
- Facilitated client support groups to provide resources and assistance.
- Managed high-risk cases involving substance abuse or domestic violence concerns with specialized interventions tailored to each situation.
- Recorded case notes and performed follow-up documentation for admitted and transferred patients; led both group and individual counseling sessions.
- Coordinated vocational training opportunities for clients, leading to increased employment prospects.
Correctional Officer
Currituck County Sheriffs Department
Moyock, NC
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Enforced compliance with facility regulations and procedures to maintain safety and security.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmates and premises to identify potential safety hazards.
- Monitored inmate behavior and interactions to prevent disturbances and ensure order.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel during emergency situations for effective crisis management.
- Documented incidents, observations, and reports accurately in accordance with departmental policies.
- Implemented conflict resolution techniques to de-escalate tense situations within the facility.
Correctional Officer
Dare County Sheriffs Department
Manteo, NC
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Trained new officers on operational protocols, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
- Assisted in development of training materials to improve staff knowledge and procedural adherence.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2023
Skills
- Public safety
- Body armor usage
- Report writing
- Guest relations
- De-escalation techniques
- Surveillance monitoring
- Search and seizure
- Incident documentation
- Computer skills
- Emergency response
- Evidence preservation
- Perimeter security
- Crime prevention
- Security planning
- Arrest procedures
- Defensive tactics
- Conflict de-escalation
- Close quarters combat
- Court appearances
- Security equipment operation
- Electronic security systems
- Law enforcement liaison
- Self-defense training
- Grounds patrols
- Defensive strategies
- Tactical training
- Firearms proficiency
- Patrol procedures
- Investigative skills
- Honest and dependable
- Armed security guard certification
- Firearms expertise
- Reliable and responsible
- Security camera monitoring
- Security team coordination
- Cooperative attitude
- Criminal law
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Colonas Shipyard
08.2025 - Current
Correctional Caseworker Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
06.2024 - 07.2025
Correctional Officer
Currituck County Sheriffs Department
06.2023 - 06.2024
Correctional Officer
Dare County Sheriffs Department
06.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Regent University