Cori Willette
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Reliable Detention Officer skilled handling and managing activities up to 2,400 offenders in assigned facility. Sound knowledge of constitutional rights and ethical standards of conduct. Experience detaining and processing inmates, supervising subordinates and monitoring overall facility security.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Sergeant
Maricopa County Sheriff Office
2680 S. 28th Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85009
12.2014 - Current
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of 1,300 inmates.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Provided counseling and guidance to inmates to boost wellbeing.
- Maintained security and welfare of prisoners for all classification of inmates, minimum, medium and max facilities.
- Developed and implemented inmate rehabilitation and reintegration programs.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
- Directly supervise between 7-12 Officers.
- Supervise Critical Incidents and Mass Casualty incidents
- Organize events and Administrative meetings
SWAT Operator
Maricopa County Sheriff Office
201 S. 4th Avenue, Phoenix AZ, 85003
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised crowds during mass inmate movements and riots.
- Transports high profile Inmates, read Miranda Rights, and cell Placements/ Extractions.
- Answered emergency calls for help from other facilities and Commanders.
- Gathered necessary information for pod entries and criminal history of violent Inmates.
- Secured housing units, recreation yards and vehicle sally ports, gathered evidence, and coordinated with facility staff.
- Consulted and cooperated with chain of command and other agencies.
- Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
- Followed constitutional standards and Administrative standards to properly extract, transport and place Inmates accordingly.
- Trained team members on agency processes, tactics and State/ County Policies.
- Delivered calm, professional calls for service, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Documented Use of Force/ Major Incidents.
- Substantiated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings.
Package Handler
Amazon
6835 W. Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85043
10.2013 - 02.2014
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Operated Forklifts.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZSkills
- CPR Certification
- EMT Certification
- Decision Making
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Equipment Operation
- Performance Evaluation
- First Aid Certification
- Team Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability
Timeline
SWAT Operator
Maricopa County Sheriff Office
08.2022 - 08.2023
Detention Sergeant
Maricopa County Sheriff Office
12.2014 - Current
Package Handler
Amazon
10.2013 - 02.2014
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College