Versatile Booking Officer looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills as a FTO. Skilled at handling operational end of facilities, booking and release of inmates. Strengths include suicide screening, fingerprinting and collecting DNA. Focused Correctional Officer versed in maintaining safety and order in high-tension environments. Completes head counts and cell inspections to meet objectives and promote continuous safety. 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.
Work History
Booking Officer
Sevier County Sheriffs Office
Sevierville , TN
11.2023 - Current
Pat down incoming inmate to make sure they do not have any contraband, weapons or anything dangerous/illegal that maybe hiding on person.
Escorting inmate into the facility where restraints are removed and a follow up pat down is performed.
Perform a scan on inmate to help verify nothing was missed during pat down nor anything is being hidden inside person.
Escorting inmate to a holding cell if nothing is found during the scan.
Finding contraband during this process would lead to having items safely removed either by hand or with medical staff if the situation is necessary.
Adding inmates charges into ISOMS and then communicating with inmate to retrieve personal information to add to ISOMS for knowledge and health reasons.
Finger printing and taking mug shot of inmate to have on record as well as sending to local media and NCIC.
Filling inmate warrants in the correct area per court warrants are out of.
Correctional Officer
Sevier County Sheriff's Office
Sevierville, TN
11.2023 - 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.
Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, work details and court hearings.
Served meals and assisted medical staff dispense medications to inmates.
Maintenance Coordinator
Cabin Fever Vacations
Pigeon Forge, TN
2007 - 2015
Conducted regular maintenance inspections on all equipment and machinery to ensure proper functioning.
Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and supplies, ordering additional items as needed.
Assisted in the development of preventive maintenance schedules for all departments.
Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Coordinated with external vendors for repair services when necessary.
Scheduled and oversaw completion of planned repairs and refurbishment projects.
Responded promptly to emergency repair requests from staff members.
Provided technical advice to other personnel regarding the use and operation of equipment or machinery.
Verified that all relevant documents such as permits, licenses, inspection reports., were up-to-date before any work was performed.
Advised management on the purchase of new equipment based on operational needs and budget constraints.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure that their maintenance requirements were met in a timely manner.
Trained staff members in the safe use and handling of equipment used in daily operations.
Resolved conflicts between different parties involved in maintenance operations.
Participated in team meetings focused on developing innovative approaches towards problem solving within the organization.
Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
Interviewed, evaluated and hired new employees to see if they had the experience and attitude we needed to work with others and get jobs completed.
Made monthly schedules and approved or disapproved vacation time.
Made sure shifts were covered if we ever had an employee call out sick.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sevier County High School
Sevierville, TN
01-1999
Skills
Strong Organization
Data Entry
Team Collaboration
Observation
Professionalism
Reliability
Continuous Improvement
Professional Demeanor
Affiliations
Owning my own lawn care business has help in many aspects of learning how to handle records, payment methods and responsibilities.