Cody Wathen
Louisville,KY
Summary
Fit Corrections Deputy with 2-year background in corrections for inmates. Ethical and honest with hands-on experience in defensive tactics. Adept at restraint techniques and handling hostile inmates. Hardworking officer skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Skillfully detects contraband during cell searches. Correctional Officer offers two-year history in corrections with superior record of defusing high-pressure situations with sound judgment and successful conflict resolution skills. Monitors and manages inmate behavior with focus maintaining order and proactively addressing potential conflicts. 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. Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Deputy
Bullitt County Detention Center
08.2022 - Current
- Inspected facilities and living quarters to verify each met state and federal standards.
- Supervised [Type] and [Type] activities of inmates to maintain order.
- Supported successful rehabilitation and counseling of inmates with education and one-on-one [Type] activities.
- Enforced rules and kept order for over [Number] [Type] inmates between ages of [Number] and [Number].
- Searched for contraband, weapons and drugs.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Team Leader
Ford Motor Company
07.2014 - 02.2021
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Trained and mentored new employees to apply best practices on assembly line operations and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
Loss Prevention
Walmart
01.2012 - 06.2014
- Monitored surveillance cameras and alarm systems to detect suspicious activity.
- Investigated and apprehended shoplifters and other potential criminals in store to increase protection and apply safety measures.
- Developed and implemented procedures to reduce risk of shoplifting and other loss prevention related issues.
- Implemented and maintained loss prevention programs in close collaboration with store management.
- Educated store personnel and customers to apply best practices and comply with loss prevention policies and procedures.
- Worked with clients and risk management specialists to provide meaningful solutions that met client needs.
- Prepared reports for clients and underwriters regarding property loss features and recommendations for improvement and future needs.
- Enhanced training processes for both clients and departments to increase overall functionality.
- Utilized various hand and power tools to secure premises and increase protection.
Package Handler
UPS
06.2011 - 10.2012
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
- Stored and secured packages in designated areas to prevent damage and theft.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors to provide information on delays and issues with shipments.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Loaded package containers onto forklifts and transported into packaging areas.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing packages and shipments for future reference.
- Monitored and tracked shipment progress to confirm on-time delivery.
- Built strong relationships with customers and vendors through excellent customer service.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI06.2023
Associate of Science - Fire Science
KCTCS
Lexington, KY01.2017
High School Diploma -
Butler Traditional High School
Louisville, KY05.2011
Skills
- Physically Strong
- Understanding of Defensive Tactics
- Insurance Verification
- CCTV Monitoring
- Facility Security
- Contraband Seizure
- Dispatch
- Crisis Management
- Inmate Monitoring
Certification
- CCO - Certified Corrections Officer
- Certified combat defense training, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Affiliations
I volunteered over 3 years to the Louisville Metro Police Explorer program through my high school years at Butler Traditional high school. I worked along side some of the finest officers men and women who helped me grow love for the job and help start my path to a law enforcement career.
Additional Information
I am also an active member of the Bullitt County FOP lodge #42 and take pride in the lodge and the members of the lodge through volunteer work throughout the community of bullitt county.
Timeline
Corrections Deputy
Bullitt County Detention Center
08.2022 - Current
Team Leader
Ford Motor Company
07.2014 - 02.2021
Loss Prevention
Walmart
01.2012 - 06.2014
Package Handler
UPS
06.2011 - 10.2012
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Fox Valley Technical College
Associate of Science - Fire Science
KCTCS
High School Diploma -
Butler Traditional High School
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