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GAYLA JOHNSON

Stone Mountain,GA

Summary

Seasoned and resourceful Correctional Officer with expertise in problem-solving and crisis management, effectively navigating complex prison environments. Demonstrates meticulous supervision of daily inmate interactions, ensuring safety during recreation, leisure, and work-site activities through strategic planning and established protocols. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and a swift capacity to learn new skills, contributing to team success and organizational growth. Equipped with strong analytical, communication, and teamwork abilities, prepared to tackle new challenges with a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Detention Sergeant

Fulton County Sheriff's Office
05.2015 - 01.2025
  • First line of supervision for FCSO Deputies/Detention Officers, annual/quarterly employee appraisals, interdepartmental communications, new hire training and development, maintain security and control of 200 plus inmates, compile inmate/staff incident reports.

Detention Officer

Fulton County Sheriff's Office
09.2004 - 05.2015
  • Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block. Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units. Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas. Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities. Maintained appropriate control, security, and well-being over those detained. Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.

Special Deputy

Fulton County Sheriff's Office
02.1998 - 09.2004
  • Initial responsibilities started with managing the distribution and receipt of new inmate's standard supply kits as well as inmate room assignments. Transitioned to Commissary and was responsible for processing and issuing of inmate commissary orders. Maintained detailed and accurate documentation of orders and correct fulfillment. In cases where errors occurred responsibility included processing refunds to inmate books. Duties also included the processing of Officer form supply list as well, such as master count sheets, gloves, etc.

Education

Certificate - Medical Admin Assistants And Office Procedures

MedCerts
Atlanta, GA
08-2025

Certificate - Medical Admin Assistants And The Healthcare Team

MedCerts
Atlanta, GA
07-2025

Certificate of Technical Studies - Cybersecurity

Google Coursera
Atlanta, GA
07-2025

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Everest Institute
Norcross, GA

Skills

  • Security and sanitation checks
  • Key control
  • Inmate rights
  • CCTV monitoring
  • File and record maintenance
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Evidence preservation
  • Ethical standards of conduct
  • Observation
  • State and federal laws knowledge
  • Computer skills
  • System recordkeeping
  • Incident investigation
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Security protocols
  • Report preparation

Timeline

Detention Sergeant

Fulton County Sheriff's Office
05.2015 - 01.2025

Detention Officer

Fulton County Sheriff's Office
09.2004 - 05.2015

Special Deputy

Fulton County Sheriff's Office
02.1998 - 09.2004

Certificate - Medical Admin Assistants And Office Procedures

MedCerts

Certificate - Medical Admin Assistants And The Healthcare Team

MedCerts

Certificate of Technical Studies - Cybersecurity

Google Coursera

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Everest Institute

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