Donnetta Myart
COPPERAS COVE,TX
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Officer from Cook County Department of Corrections, adept in emergency response and conflict resolution, ensuring inmate safety and reducing contraband instances significantly. Leveraged observation and de-escalation techniques to maintain order, demonstrating high stress tolerance and commitment to security. Excelled in training peers and enhancing facility policies, contributing to a safer, efficient environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Cook County Department Of Corrections
Chicago, IL
01.1994 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Calumet High School
Chicago, IL06.1987
Skills
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate Supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy Enforcement
- Restraint Techniques
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Observation
- Contraband Seizure
- Safety
- Stress Tolerance
- CCTV Monitoring
- Booking procedures
- Suicide Prevention
- Firearm operations trained
- File and record maintenance
- Records Management
- File Maintenance
- Records Maintenance
- Roster Management and work schedules
- Attendance and timesheets
- Helped to develop and implement the Jail Management System (Ccoms)
- Developed training videos for the JMS
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Cook County Department Of Corrections
01.1994 - 12.2023
High School Diploma - General Studies
Calumet High School