Gabrieal Budke
Crossville,TN
Summary
Seasoned Correctional Officer with experience in managing inmate populations, enforcing facility policies, investigations, and ensuring public safety. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution and communication. Built strong rapport with inmates and staff to promote a safe environment while consistently maintaining facility security.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer II
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
Pikeville , TN
2022.07 - Current
- Supervised inmate activities and attended to the medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of the inmates.
- Kept an accurate count of inmates assigned to my area.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff through existing policies and procedures.
- Routinely inspected facility areas and grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and other security risks.
- Operated and utilized a variety of equipment, including two-way radios, firearms, mace, electronic gates, television cameras, and motor vehicles.
- Ensured the safety of residents through the supervision of their daily activity and was equipped to break up fights or other potentially dangerous situations by persuasion or the use of physical force.
Correctional Officer II- Internal Affairs
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
Pikeville , TN
2022.07 - Current
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Planned and conducted searches of inmates, cells, prison grounds and visitor vehicle searches to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Collaborated with outside agencies such as prosecutors, attorneys, special agents, social workers, and probation officers when necessary.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Utilized various databases and public records to research and compile information relevant to investigations.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes by following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
Correctional Clerical Officer- Internal Affairs
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
Pikeville , TN
2021.07 - 2022.07
- Inspected incoming and outgoing inmate mail for contraband.
- Conducted detailed investigations into allegations of misconduct within the organization, as well as investigations involving the introduction of contraband into the facility.
- Collected statements and interviewed witnesses and employees to determine policy violations.
- Prepared case files for prosecutors in preparing criminal indictments resulting from investigations conducted by Internal Affairs Investigators.
- Reviewed organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports to senior staff members.
- Ensured that all investigative activities were conducted according to established guidelines.
- Maintained confidential records of all investigations including case notes, interview transcripts, and other relevant documents.
Correctional Clerical Officer- Time Keeping
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
Pikeville , TN
2019.03 - 2021.07
- Performed all duties of a Correctional Officer, when not performing my primary role in Time Keeping, by enforcing prison rules and regulations, while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Compiled data from timesheets and other records to determine hours worked and pay for correctional staff.
- Tracked and compiled data into spreadsheets related to each staff member's assigned post.
- Provided support during audits conducted by external auditors or government agencies.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial reports related to payroll activities.
- Tracked vacation accruals and personal leave balances for each employee.
Education
Associate of Science - Legal Assistant
Shasta College
Redding, CA2010-05
High School Diploma -
Colony High School
Palmer, AK2004-05
Bachelor of Science -
Phoenix University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Knowledge of security policies and procedures
- Inmate supervision
- Relationship building with staff
- Conflict management
- Record and investigation management
- Emergency response
Accomplishments
- BCCX- Employee of the Month (January 2021)
- BCCX- Employee of the Year (2021)
- Outstanding Performance Award- 2021
- Commissioners Leadership Academy Graduate- 2022
Certification
- Inmate Drug Screening Certification- 2019 to current
- Advanced PREA Investigations Certification- 2021 to current
- Field Training Officer- 2019 to current
Timeline
Correctional Officer II
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
2022.07 - Current
Correctional Officer II- Internal Affairs
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
2022.07 - Current
Correctional Clerical Officer- Internal Affairs
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
2021.07 - 2022.07
Correctional Clerical Officer- Time Keeping
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
2019.03 - 2021.07
Associate of Science - Legal Assistant
Shasta College
High School Diploma -
Colony High School
Bachelor of Science -
Phoenix University
- Inmate Drug Screening Certification- 2019 to current
- Advanced PREA Investigations Certification- 2021 to current
- Field Training Officer- 2019 to current
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