Christopher Thompson
Rawlins
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Captain offering 16 years of experience managing inmate safety and order at the Wyoming State Penitentiary. Focused and detail-oriented with comprehensive weapons training. Adept at remaining on high alert at all times and managing security risks.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Captain
Wyoming Department of Corrections-WSP
01.2009 - Current
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Supervised up to 80 employees and performance of tasks and managed 550 offenders.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Volunteer Wrestling Coach
Valley Community Center
12.2017 - 05.2023
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Individually coached struggling players to help boost confidence and meet personal goals.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Assisted with coaching up to 15 kids per tournaments enter
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Saginaw Valley State University
08.2006
High School Diploma -
Mayville High School
06.2000
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Security protocols
- Grievance handling
- Recruitment and hiring
- Staff leadership
- Staff supervision
- Policy enforcement
- Officer training
- Conflict management
- Job assignments
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of up to 40 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Officer of the Year WSP- 2017
- Officer of the Year WDOC- 2107
- Trainer of the Year- 2022
Certification
- Professional Correctional Officer Certification
- Part of the Departments Audit team
Languages
English
Interests
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Playing Sports
- Enjoy participating in gym workouts for overall physical and mental well-being
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Timeline
Volunteer Wrestling Coach
Valley Community Center
12.2017 - 05.2023
Correctional Captain
Wyoming Department of Corrections-WSP
01.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mayville High School
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Saginaw Valley State University
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