Bruce Ellsworth
Bloomington,NY
Summary
Correctional Officer offers 25 year history in corrections with superior record of defusing high-pressure situations with sound judgment and successful conflict resolution skills. Monitors and manages inmate behavior with focus maintaining order and proactively addressing potential conflicts.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer
New York Department Of Corrections
10.1999 - 11.2023
- Effectively interacted with staff, inmates, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Enforced regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks, alcohol sensor testing and gate-locking procedures.
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
Laborer
Sember Constuction
03.2015 - 05.2022
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
- Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Dug trenches, ditches and holes to allow for utility, water and sewer installation and proper foundation for structures.
- Assembled and disassembled formwork to facilitate correct shaping and pouring of concrete.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
Corrections Officer
Ulster County Sheriff's Office
10.1998 - 10.1999
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
Custodian
Kingston City Schools
11.1990 - 10.1998
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School
Kingston NY06.1992
Certificate of Completion - Auto Mechanics
Ulster County Boces
Port Ewen, NY06.1992
Skills
- Follows instructions
- Attention to detail
- Team Player
- Motivated
- Problem Solver
- Adaptability
Crossfit
Crossfit and fitness is a large part of my life. I have my level one certificate for teaching.
Timeline
Laborer
Sember Constuction
03.2015 - 05.2022
Corrections Officer
New York Department Of Corrections
10.1999 - 11.2023
Corrections Officer
Ulster County Sheriff's Office
10.1998 - 10.1999
Custodian
Kingston City Schools
11.1990 - 10.1998
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School
Certificate of Completion - Auto Mechanics
Ulster County Boces
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