Dennis Williams
Lemoore,CA
Summary
Seasoned, resourceful Correctional Officer familiar with problem-solving and crisis-management techniques necessary to effectively navigate prison environment. Detailed supervision for day-to-day inmate interactions, including recreation, leisure and work-site activity. Safety-focused dedication with results-oriented planning and protocol establishment to maintain safety for all.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Department of Corrections
Sate of California
Coalinga, CA
08.1998 - 05.2023
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
Education
General Studies
LHS
Lemoore, CA04.1992
Skills
- Relationship Building and Management
- Criminal Investigations
- Armory and Key Control
- Records Management
Timeline
Department of Corrections
Sate of California
08.1998 - 05.2023
General Studies
LHS