Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Correctional/Security Officer with over sixteen years experience. Always looking to better myself and climb the ladder learning new skills and techniques.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer/Security Officer
Middlesex Sheriffs Office
Lowell, MA
06.2007 - Current
Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
Responded to medical emergencies before paramedic and law enforcement arrival.
Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
Education
Associate of Arts - Design And Visual Communications
Gibbs College
Boston, MA
09-2004
Skills
Inmate Management
Safety and Security of all staff and detainees
CCTV Surveillance
Suicide Prevention Training
Emergency Response
Defensive Tactics
First Aid and CPR Certified
Communicative Skills
Report Writing
Accomplishments
2021 October Employee of the Month
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Correctional Officer/Security Officer
Middlesex Sheriffs Office
06.2007 - Current
Associate of Arts - Design And Visual Communications