Clarence Shelton
Clermont,FL
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the Ohio Dept. of Rehabilitation & Correction, skilled in crisis management and conflict resolution. Successfully reduced contraband incidents through vigilant monitoring and effective search procedures. Proven ability to train staff and maintain safety, ensuring a secure environment for inmates and personnel alike.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Ohio Dept. Of Rehabilitation & Correction
Columbus, OH
11.1988 - 12.2023
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within correctional facility.
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Implemented conflict resolution techniques to de-escalate potentially volatile situations among inmates.
- Documented incidents and prepared reports for supervisory review, ensuring accurate record-keeping procedures.
- Trained new staff on policies, procedures, and emergency response protocols to enhance team effectiveness.
- 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.
- Led training sessions focused on crisis intervention strategies, improving overall staff readiness and response capabilities.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Oversaw visitation sessions, maintaining order and ensuring safety of all parties involved.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to ensure smooth transfer of inmates.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Received and inspected mail, property, and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clermont High
Clermont, FLSkills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Self-defense tactics
Search and seizure procedures
Contraband seizure
Self-defense techniques
Security procedures
Trained in defensive tactics
Facility security
Crisis management
Weapons training
Prisoner transport
CCTV monitoring
Crisis intervention training
Suicide prevention
Gang awareness
Firearm operations trained
Search procedures
Cultural sensitivity
Staff management
File and record maintenance
Evidence preservation
Records management
Inmate behavior modification tactics
Integrity maintenance
Dispatch
Armory and key control
Regulation compliance
Non-violent intervention
Inmate rights
Contraband detection
Ethical standards of conduct
Perimeter control
Radio communication
Firearms proficiency
Strategic planning and organization
First aid and CPR certified
Occupational hazards and safety precautions
Firearms training
Written communication
Incident reporting
First aid certification
Conflict resolution
Inmate transport
Time management
Interpersonal communication
Task prioritization
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Ohio Dept. Of Rehabilitation & Correction
11.1988 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Clermont High