Dana Frost
Portland,MI
Summary
Diligent Correctional Officer employs various management styles to supervise inmate activity. Persuasive leadership qualities generate respect and compliance from problematic residents. Detailed supervision during day-to-day prisoner interactions. Observant
Correctional Officer with over 4.5 years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individuals.
In-depth knowledge of use and care of firearms and restraint methods. Focused Correctional facilities professional versed in maintaining safety and order in high-tension environments. Completes head counts and cell inspections to meet objectives and promote continuous safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Michigan Department of Corrections
Ionia, MI
05.2019 - Current
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
Farmer
Felzke Frams
DeWitt, MI
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
- Applied pesticides according to safety regulations to control pests and diseases affecting plants.
Police Cadet
Lansing Community College
Lansing , MI
02.2016 - 04.2019
- Responded professionally to telephone calls.
- Answered calls and evaluated emergency situations.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
Education
Crime Scene Investigation
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Emergency Response
- Inmate Supervision
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Ethical Standards of Conduct
- Radio Communication
Accomplishments
- Honor society
- 3.5 GPA
- Part of the National Leadership and Success at Purdue.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Michigan Department of Corrections
05.2019 - Current
Farmer
Felzke Frams
04.2016 - 04.2019
Police Cadet
Lansing Community College
02.2016 - 04.2019
Crime Scene Investigation
Purdue University