Brandon Johnson
Boyce,LA
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer with extensive experience at Allen Correctional Center, skilled in crisis management and conflict resolution. Proven track record of enhancing inmate relations and reducing contraband incidents through vigilant monitoring and effective de-escalation techniques. Committed to maintaining safety and security while fostering a rehabilitative environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Allen Correctional Center
- Monitored inmate activity to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of living areas and common spaces for safety hazards.
- Managed inmate records and documentation to maintain accurate information flow.
- Responded promptly to disturbances, de-escalating situations effectively.
- Assisted in the training of new officers on facility procedures and protocols.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to enhance inmate relations and reduce incidents.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation programs for inmates.
- 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.
Security Officer
Jena Choctaw Pines Casino
Dry Prong, LA
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored casino premises to ensure safety and security for guests and staff.
- Conducted regular patrols of property, identifying and addressing potential safety hazards.
- Responded swiftly to incidents, providing assistance and coordinating with law enforcement when necessary.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, ensuring accurate documentation of events and incidents.
- Collaborated with team members to implement security protocols and improve overall operational efficiency.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Light and Heavy Equipment Operator
Gilchrist Construction Company
Alexandria, LA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated heavy machinery, including excavators and bulldozers, to complete construction projects efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute site plans and adhere to project timelines effectively.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols, enhancing team productivity.
- Monitored job site conditions, identifying hazards and implementing corrective measures to maintain a safe environment.
- Coordinated with supervisors to optimize workflow and improve operational efficiency across various construction tasks.
- Implemented best practices for equipment operation, reducing downtime and improving task completion rates.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Motor Transportation Driver
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, CA
03.2008 - 12.2010
- Monitored inmate activity to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of living areas and common spaces for safety hazards.
- Managed inmate records and documentation to maintain accurate information flow.
- Responded promptly to disturbances, de-escalating situations effectively.
- Assisted in the training of new officers on facility procedures and protocols.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to enhance inmate relations and reduce incidents.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation programs for inmates.
- 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.
Correctional Officer
Raymond Laborde Correctional Center
Cottonport, LA
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained security equipment, ensuring operational readiness and reliability at all times.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pine Prairie High School
Pine Prairie, La05.2002
Skills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Inmate supervision
Mental health awareness
Correctional facility procedures
Policy enforcement
Restraint techniques
Inmate monitoring
Safety and security enforcement
Self-defense tactics
Search and seizure procedures
Observation
Surveillance
Contraband seizure
Self-defense techniques
Safety
Security procedures
Trained in defensive tactics
Stress tolerance
Relationship building and management
Facility security
Crisis management
Weapons training
Prisoner transport
CCTV monitoring
Observation techniques
Crisis intervention training
Central and pod control
Suicide prevention
Gang awareness
Firearm operations trained
Search procedures
Emergency management
Mentorship
Cultural sensitivity
Staff management
Evidence preservation
Records management
Inmate behavior modification tactics
Physical fitness
Dispatch
Type equipment maintenance
Behavioral disorders
Inmate rights
Perimeter control
Contraband inspections
Belongings inspection
Work detail oversight
Firearms proficiency
Armory and key control
Incident prevention
Non-violent intervention
Timeline
Security Officer
Jena Choctaw Pines Casino
01.2025 - 08.2025
Light and Heavy Equipment Operator
Gilchrist Construction Company
01.2024 - 12.2024
Correctional Officer
Raymond Laborde Correctional Center
11.2022 - 01.2024
Motor Transportation Driver
United States Marine Corps
03.2008 - 12.2010
Correctional Officer
Allen Correctional Center
High School Diploma -
Pine Prairie High School