Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Corrections Sergeant
Jacksonville Sheriffs Office
03.2004 - 05.2016
Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
Supervised Number employees and performance of tasks and managed Number offenders.
Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.