Brian Shropshire
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at P.G. County Department of Corrections, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution. Proven ability to manage high-risk situations with professionalism, ensuring safety and compliance. Proficient in surveillance and inmate supervision, contributing to a secure environment through proactive communication and effective teamwork.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
P.G. County Department of Corrections
Upper Marlboro, MD
12.1988 - 06.2023
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of living areas and secure perimeters to maintain order.
- Assisted in the implementation of emergency response protocols during incidents.
- Documented daily activities and incidents accurately in reports for recordkeeping purposes.
- Collaborated with team members to manage inmate movement within the facility.
- Participated in training sessions on conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
- Engaged in proactive communication with inmates to promote a safe environment.
- 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.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bladensburg Senior High
Bladensburg05.1987
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Surveillance
- Inmate supervision
- Observation
- Facility security
- Weapons training
- CCTV monitoring
- Observation techniques
- Central and pod control
- Firearm operations trained
- Emergency management
- Dispatch
- Tower surveillance
- Perimeter control
- Radio communication
Accomplishments
I have successfully operated, and trained others in the Central Control Unit of the facility for more than 17 years of my career.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
P.G. County Department of Corrections
12.1988 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Bladensburg Senior High