Ciara Purnell
Summary
Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscaper
Power Corps
Boston,MA
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Correctional Officer
Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility
Providence, RI
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Correctional Officer
Coweta County Sheriff's Office
Newnan, GA
05.2023 - 10.2023
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Education
GED -
Westover Jobcorps
Chicopee, MA06.2018
Skills
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Safety and security enforcement
Certification
Peace Officer
Timeline
Landscaper
Power Corps
03.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility
10.2023 - 01.2024
Correctional Officer
Coweta County Sheriff's Office
05.2023 - 10.2023
GED -
Westover Jobcorps