Desiree Turner
Aitkin,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented Security/Correction Officer equipped with excellent memory and awareness of people, events and facilities. Skilled in responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention. Exercises sound judgment during crisis and emergency situations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center
Brainerd, MN
07.2020 - Current
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
- Recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Surveyed property to prevent and identify vandalism or disarmed alarm systems.
- Sounded alarms and called police or fire department in cases of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
Correctional Sergeant
Aitkin County Sheriff's Office
Aitkin, MN
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Ensured compliance with departmental policies, regulations and procedures.
- Monitored inmate movement within the facility to maintain security and safety of staff, inmates and visitors.
- Conducted random searches for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
- Supervised subordinate officers in their daily duties.
- Investigated allegations of misconduct by inmates.
- Provided guidance and counseling to inmates regarding personal issues or problems they may be facing while incarcerated.
- Assisted in training new correctional officers on proper security protocols and procedures.
- Enforced discipline among inmates according to established rules and regulations.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
Correctional Officer
Aitkin County Sheriff's Office
Aitkin, MN
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and jail grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the jail by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced jail rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe inmate activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Responded to emergency situations such as disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
Correctional Officer
Greene County Sheriff's Office
Springfield, MO
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and jail grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the jail by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced jail rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe inmate activity throughout the correctional facility.
- 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.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Warrants Clerk
Greene County Sheriff's Office
Springfield, MO
09.2009 - 10.2012
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of active warrants, temporary protection orders, full protection orders, missing persons, guns, items, and vehicles.
- Prepared, sorted and indexed documents for data entry into the computer system.
- Retrieved requested files as needed for hit requests and arrests.
- Created new folders for incoming protection orders and new warrants.
- Provided training to new staff members.
- Assisted the public after hours with filling out temporary protection order paperwork.
- Answered phone calls from the public, other agencies, and interdepartmental.
- Used state and federal wide data base to obtain accurate and up-to-date information for entries.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO08-2010
EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology
North Point Emergency Training
Pine RiverSkills
- Security Camera Monitoring
- Grounds Patrols
- Responding To Emergencies
- Emergency Awareness
- Emergency Response
- Incident Reporting
- Law Enforcement Background
- Compliance Management
- Training And Leadership
- Telecommunications Systems
Affiliations
- I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, camping and horseback riding along with spending time with close friends and family.
Timeline
Security Officer
Essentia Health Saint Joseph's Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
Aitkin County Sheriff's Office
06.2019 - 07.2020
Correctional Officer
Aitkin County Sheriff's Office
06.2015 - 06.2019
Correctional Officer
Greene County Sheriff's Office
10.2012 - 05.2015
Warrants Clerk
Greene County Sheriff's Office
09.2009 - 10.2012
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Ozarks Technical Community College
EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology
North Point Emergency Training
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