Dominic Christensen
Rapid City
Summary
Correctional professional committed to maintaining order and security in correctional facilities. Proven experience in implementing operational procedures and improving safety standards. Valued team player known for adaptability and reliability, with focus on effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Lieutenant
South Dakota Department Of Corrections
01.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily operations within correctional facilities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
- Managed staff performance through training programs and evaluations, fostering professional development and accountability.
- Conducted incident investigations, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions to enhance security measures.
- Developed and enforced policies related to inmate management, promoting a safe environment for both staff and inmates.
- Led emergency response drills, ensuring preparedness among staff for various scenarios within the correctional environment.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy before forwarding them up the chain of command for further action if needed.
- Managed daily operations within assigned unit, ensuring adequate staffing levels were maintained and resources were allocated effectively.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
Correctional Corporal
South Dakota Department Of Corrections
12.2025 - 01.2026
- Supervised daily operations and activities within correctional facilities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain facility security and inmate safety standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff on policies, procedures, and operational best practices.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate tense situations among inmates.
- Trained new correctional officers in proper restraint techniques, reducing the risk of injury to both staff and inmates during physical altercations.
Correctional Officer
South Dakota Department of Corrections
11.2023 - 12.2025
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties
- 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
- 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
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs
Security Officer
Monument Health
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds
Police Officer
Oglala Sioux Tribe
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served
Correctional officer
Pennington County Jail
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities
Customer Service Supervisor
Hertz Rental Car
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Ensure that customer service standards are met or exceeded, and that customers’ needs are addressed
- Listen to customers
- Provide advice on rates and services
- Ensure accurate reservations are made
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Rapid City, United States05-2016
Skills
- Inmate monitoring
- Perimeter control
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Contraband detection
- Emergency management
- Emergency response
- First aid training
- De-escalation techniques
- First aid and CPR certified
- Facility security
- Radio communication
- Contraband seizure
- Policy enforcement
- Self-defense techniques
- Search and seizure procedures
- Contraband inspections
- Search and seize procedures
- Inmate supervision
Accomplishments
- Enhanced Facility Safety: Improved inmate compliance through consistent rule enforcement and monitoring.
- Implemented Search Protocols: Reduced contraband with thorough searches and inspections.
- Offered Comprehensive Training: Trained new officers, increasing department efficiency.
Certification
- TPR/Use Of Force Instructor
- Emergency Response Team
Timeline
Correctional Lieutenant
South Dakota Department Of Corrections
01.2026 - Current
Correctional Corporal
South Dakota Department Of Corrections
12.2025 - 01.2026
Correctional Officer
South Dakota Department of Corrections
11.2023 - 12.2025
Security Officer
Monument Health
03.2023 - 11.2023
Police Officer
Oglala Sioux Tribe
04.2022 - 11.2022
Correctional officer
Pennington County Jail
01.2018 - 05.2021
Customer Service Supervisor
Hertz Rental Car
08.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Central High School