Ethan Harger
Kokomo,IN
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with a robust background in security and production, honed at the Miami Correctional Facility and Lau Industries. Excelled in crisis management and machine operation, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing safety and efficiency. Skilled in leading teams and improving processes, with a track record of maintaining high-security standards and exceeding production goals.
Observant Jailer with over 5 years of experience working in corrections. Skillful at monitoring inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities. Comfortable monitoring 1500 inmates in Maximum level security prison. Responsible and honest with exceptional interrogation abilities.
Hardworking offering 3+ years supporting manufacturing needs. Successful working long hours in challenging environments, moving supplies, organizing products, and packaging shipments. Excellent history of working well with other team members and pitching in to help achieve team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Jailer
Wabash Sheriffs Office
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Utilized weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
Correctional Sergeant
Miami Correctional Facility
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Supervised 10 employees and performance of tasks and managed 300 offenders.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
11B Infantryman
US Army
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
Production Worker
Lau Industries
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tippecanoe Valley
Akron, IN06-2018
Skills
- Prisoner transportation
- Administration and management skills
- Data entry
- Crisis management
- Defect monitoring
- Manufacturing support
- Batch production
- Product inspection
- Hand tool proficiency
- Cross-training
- Equipment operation
- Machine operation
- Assembly procedures
Certification
- Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate - National PREA Resource Center.
- Substance Abuse Identification and Intervention Certification - Various substance abuse education and prevention organizations.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various authorized self-defense and tactical training institutions.
- 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.
- Suicide Prevention Training Certificate - Various mental health organizations or correctional training academies.
- Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) - U.S. Army.
- Air Assault Badge - The Sabalauski Air Assault School.
- Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) - U.S. Army.
Timeline
Jailer
Wabash Sheriffs Office
08.2024 - 02.2025
Correctional Sergeant
Miami Correctional Facility
08.2019 - 09.2023
Production Worker
Lau Industries
06.2018 - 01.2019
11B Infantryman
US Army
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate - National PREA Resource Center.
- Substance Abuse Identification and Intervention Certification - Various substance abuse education and prevention organizations.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various authorized self-defense and tactical training institutions.
- 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.
- Suicide Prevention Training Certificate - Various mental health organizations or correctional training academies.
- Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) - U.S. Army.
- Air Assault Badge - The Sabalauski Air Assault School.
- Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) - U.S. Army.
High School Diploma -
Tippecanoe Valley
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