Christopher Dorrer
Fort Edward ,NY
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at NYS Dept. Of Corrections, skilled in inmate supervision and conflict resolution. Proven ability to maintain safety and security while promoting rehabilitation efforts. Adept at conducting thorough searches for contraband and implementing emergency response procedures effectively. Committed to fostering a secure environment for all.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Schenectady County Sheriffs
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored inmate activities to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Enforced standards, rules and regulations.
- Assisted in implementing emergency response procedures during critical incidents.
- Documented inmate behaviors and incidents accurately in daily logs.
- Conducted searches under direction of supervisors for contraband.
Correctional Officer
NYS Dept. Of Corrections
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Engaged with inmates to promote rehabilitation efforts and positive behavior changes.
- 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.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Correctional Officer
NYS Department Of Corrections
02.2020 - 11.2024
- Conducted routine inspections of cells and common areas for contraband.
- Collaborated with team members to enforce facility rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Glens Falls Senior High School
Moreau NY06-2012
Skills
- First aid training
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Search and seizure procedures
- Contraband seizure
- Facility security
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Schenectady County Sheriffs
03.2025 - Current
Correctional Officer
NYS Dept. Of Corrections
11.2024 - 03.2025
Correctional Officer
NYS Department Of Corrections
02.2020 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
South Glens Falls Senior High School
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