Fredrick Hume
Ste. Genevieve,MO
Summary
Dedicated security professional with extensive experience at the Illinois Department of Corrections, adept in conflict resolution and emergency response. Proven track record in enhancing safety through vigilant monitoring and effective de-escalation techniques. Committed to maintaining a secure environment while fostering positive relationships with colleagues and inmates.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Illinoi Department of CorrectionsMenard Correcti
01.1999 - 10.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
Security Officer
Belleville Memorial Hospital
02.1996 - 12.1998
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Security Officer
Kiel Center
03.1995 - 01.1996
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Directed guests around building and answered accessibility questions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
- Enhanced safety by conducting thorough and regular patrols of the premises.
- Prevented crimes by immediately reporting all unusual, unauthorized, and illegal activity on premises.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
Education
No Degree - Political Science
Illinois State University
Normal, ILAssociate of Applied Science - Administration of Justiced
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL05-1996
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Restraint techniques
- Safety and security enforcement
- Surveillance
- Security procedures
- Safety
- Self-defense techniques
Affiliations
- Ancient Order of Hibernians, St. Loui9s, Bishop Drury Division 3.
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician 1997 to2001
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Illinoi Department of CorrectionsMenard Correcti
01.1999 - 10.2024
Security Officer
Belleville Memorial Hospital
02.1996 - 12.1998
Security Officer
Kiel Center
03.1995 - 01.1996
No Degree - Political Science
Illinois State University
Associate of Applied Science - Administration of Justiced
Southwestern Illinois College
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