Edward Bennett
Horseheads,NY
Summary
Proven professional with extensive experience at NYSDOCCS, adept in inmate supervision and emergency response. Excelled in maintaining safety and reducing contraband through vigilant surveillance and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated ability to enhance facility security and support reentry programs, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills critical for high-stress environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS
10.2006 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
- Mitigated potential security breaches with vigilant contraband detection practices.
- Facilitated effective emergency response drills, preparing staff for potential crises.
- Supported reentry programs that prepared inmates for successful integration into society.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate 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.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
Bricklayer
Bricklayers Union
Corning, NY
03.2004 - 03.2006
- Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares, and levels.
- Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills, and hand tools.
- Continuously improved professional skills through ongoing education in industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to masonry work.
- Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
- Ensured structural integrity by carefully laying bricks in a consistent and precise manner, according to industry standards.
- Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.
- Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
- Maintained job site safety with strict adherence to OSHA regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment, and materials.
- Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding, and other required duties.
- Established long-lasting structures using appropriate mortar mixes depending on the specific type of bricks being used.
- Reduced construction costs by accurately estimating material requirements and minimizing waste.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corning High School
Corning, NY06.2000
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Surveillance
- Observation
- Stress tolerance
Certification
- High-Risk Transport Training – Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons, or private high-risk transport education providers.
- Self-Defense Training Certification - Various authorized training centers.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS
10.2006 - Current
Bricklayer
Bricklayers Union
03.2004 - 03.2006
High School Diploma -
Corning High School