Gina Volcy
Baldwin,NY
Summary
Hardworking employee with many years in law enforcement. Effective at keeping courtroom order, conveying judge orders and supporting administrative needs such as evidence management and records organization. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Officer
NYS Unified Court System
New York , NY
2010.08 - Current
- Managed courtroom proceedings, ensuring that all legal procedures were followed.
- Maintained order in the court by monitoring and controlling disruptive behavior of individuals present.
- Attended trials and hearings to ensure safety and security, protecting all parties present in court, such as judges, juries, litigants, witnesses, and observers.
- Applied training and non-lethal tools, such as handcuffs, to maintain prisoner security.
- Enforced courtroom rules of behavior to eliminate disruptions.
- Supported judge activities by calling court to order, announcing entrances and responding to requests.
- Patrolled interior and exterior of courthouse to secure premises.
- Screened persons entering courthouse with magnetometers, x-ray machines, and hand searches to prevent unauthorized weapons and contraband.
- Answered visitor questions, guarded jurors and escorted prisoners in non-public areas and courtroom.
- Handled evidence and exhibits during court proceedings.
Corrections Officer
NYSDOCCS
Ossining , NY
2000.01 - 2010.08
- Ensured safety and security of inmates within the facility by conducting searches, supervising activities, and maintaining order.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Maintained accurate logs detailing inmate movements both inside and outside the facility.
- Initiated disciplinary action when necessary, following established procedures for documenting violations and infractions.
- Intervened during conflicts between inmates, utilizing de-escalation techniques when possible.
- Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
- Maintained custody, care, control, and safety over those incarcerated.
- Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Responded to emergencies and incidents, such as fights or attempted escapes, using appropriate restraint techniques.
- Escorted inmates within the facility, including to and from cells, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
- Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Trained new correctional officers on facility procedures, safety protocols, and the ethical treatment of inmates.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY1995-01
High School Diploma -
Springfield Gardens High School,
Springfield Gardens, NY1993-06
Skills
- First Aid Training
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Time management abilities
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Records Maintenance
- Decision-Making
- Emergency Response
- Multitasking
- Professionalism
- languages spoken French and Haitian Creole
Timeline
Court Officer
NYS Unified Court System
2010.08 - Current
Corrections Officer
NYSDOCCS
2000.01 - 2010.08
Some College (No Degree) -
Queens College of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
Springfield Gardens High School,
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