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Earl Forgue

Warwick,United States

Summary

Observant correctional officer with several years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individuals. In-depth knowledge of use and care of firearms and restraint methods. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

State Of Rhode Island
Cranston, Rhode Island
03.1987 - Current
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
  • Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
  • Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
  • Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
  • Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.

Military Police Officer

Rhode Island National Guard
East Greenwich , Rhode Island
04.1997 - 09.2023
  • Participated in daily briefings with senior command staff to discuss current operations and any new directives from higher headquarters.
  • Conducted random checks of personnel identification cards for security purposes.
  • Dispatched police units via radio communications system when necessary.
  • Gathered evidence at crime scenes; interviewed victims, witnesses, suspects.
  • Maintained weapons qualifications through regular firearms training exercises.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, WA
04-2024

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI
12-2021

Skills

  • Non-violent intervention
  • Contraband Seizure
  • Evidence Preservation
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • Facility Security
  • Emergency Response
  • Prisoner Transport
  • De-Escalation Techniques

Timeline

Military Police Officer

Rhode Island National Guard
04.1997 - 09.2023

Correctional Officer

State Of Rhode Island
03.1987 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern New Hampshire University

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of Rhode Island
Earl Forgue