Devon Delaney
Potsdam,NY
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with NYSDOCCS, skilled in contraband identification and inmate supervision. Achieved a significant reduction in contraband incidents through vigilant monitoring and effective communication. Proficient in emergency response and de-escalation techniques, ensuring safety and compliance within the facility while maintaining professionalism in high-pressure situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS
11.2018 - 03.2025
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
06.2014
Skills
- Contraband identification
- Inmate supervision
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Safety protocols
- Cell searches
- Communication skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Correctional facility procedures
- Mental health awareness
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Radio communication
- Armory and key control
- Tower surveillance
- Firearms proficiency
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
Timeline
Correctional Officer - NYSDOCCS
11.2018 - 03.2025
Potsdam Central High School - High School Diploma,
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