James Gerow
Starke
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer Sergeant with extensive experience at Union Correctional Institution, adept in conflict resolution and emergency response. Proven ability to enforce policies and maintain safety through effective CCTV monitoring and inmate supervision. Recognized for enhancing facility security and fostering a peaceful environment, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
Well-trained corrections professional skilled in direct inmate work and overseeing others. History in settings with success in keeping inmates under control and staff focused on work. Focused on protection and prevention.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Union Correctional Institution
Raiford
06.2021 - Current
- Supervised subordinate officers in the performance of their duties, including inmate security and control, housing assignments, meal service, recreation activities and work details.
- Settled disputes between inmates.
- Intervened in situations involving physical altercations between inmates or between inmates and staff members.
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
- Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Inspected cells to ensure that all rules and regulations pertaining to living conditions were met.
- Maintained records of inmate movement within the facility as well as outside visits or transfers.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
- Monitored CCTV systems for suspicious activity and responded accordingly.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Conducted searches of staff members, visitors and inmates upon entry and exit from the facility.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Safely transported inmates to and from work sites, maintaining physical headcounts at all times.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Human Resources, Maintenance, Food Services and Administration on various projects.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Starke
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Maintained detailed logs of inmate behavior, incidents, and daily activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bradford High School
Starke , FL01-2012
Skills
- CCTV monitoring
- Inmate supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency response
- Safety inspections
- Policy enforcement
- Behavior observation
- De-escalation techniques
- Report writing
- Attention to detail
- Self-defense tactics
- Firearms trained
- Trained in self-defense
- Public safety
- Crisis intervention training
- Contraband detection
- Inmate transportation
- Rule enforcement
- Counseling techniques
- Adaptability
Timeline
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Union Correctional Institution
06.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
08.2014 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Bradford High School