Deneen Dixon
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Hardworking Correctional Deputy in 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. 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 demonstrated over 1200 inmates-year industry history.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Deputy
Pierce County Sheriff's Department
1996.03 - 2022.12
- Maintained up to 90 inmates per unit safe and secure environment for visitors during visitation hours, conducting thorough searches and monitoring interactions between inmates and their guests.
- Developed positive rapport with inmates while maintaining professional boundaries, fostering respect and cooperation within correctional environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations within facility, preserving order and minimizing harm to individuals involved.
- Managed daily inmate counts accurately to maintain accountability for all individuals housed within facility.
- Improved inmate behavior by consistently enforcing facility rules and regulations.
- Provided effective communication between inmates, facility staff, and outside agencies, facilitating efficient operations within correctional setting.
- Transported inmates safely to court appearances, medical appointments, or other off-site locations as required.
- Enhanced safety within correctional facility through diligent monitoring of inmates and their activities.
- Displayed strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks and responding to emergencies as they arose.
- Conducted thorough cell searches, resulting in discovery and confiscation of contraband items.
- Documented inmate behavior patterns over time, enabling identification of trends that may require intervention or support from mental health professionals or case managers.
- Reduced incidents of violence by de-escalating confrontations between inmates using conflict resolution skills.
- Collaborated with fellow deputies to maintain secure environment for both staff and inmates.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations within the facility, preserving order and minimizing harm to individuals involved.
Military Police Officer
United States Army
1988.01 - 1995.09
- Responded quickly to emergencies while exercising sound judgment under pressure, mitigating potential risks to personnel and property.
- Maintained strict adherence to military law enforcement standards, resulting in safe environment for personnel and civilians.
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Participated in anti-terrorism measures by identifying potential threats and taking appropriate action to mitigate risk.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic, and responded to emergencies on base.
- Provided security support for high-profile events, ensuring the safety of all attendees including high-ranking officials and dignitaries.
- Developed and maintained cooperative relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to support communication.
- Increased security at military installations by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
R.C.Lee High School
New Haven, CT06.1982
Skills
- Inmate Supervision
- Restraint Techniques
- Verbal Communication
- Behavioral Management
- Defensive Tactics
- Correctional facility procedures
- Conflict resolution skills
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Self-defense tactics
- First Aid Training
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Weapons training
- Emergency Response
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Prisoner Transport
- Safety and Security
- Firearms Training
- First Aid Certification
- Incident Reporting
- Court Procedures
- Disciplinary Actions
Timeline
Correctional Deputy
Pierce County Sheriff's Department
1996.03 - 2022.12
Military Police Officer
United States Army
1988.01 - 1995.09
High School Diploma -
R.C.Lee High School
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