Heather Landry
Perry,FL
Summary
Assertive correctional officer with several years of experience enforcing rules to keep order within jails and prisons. Calm and dependable individual trained in defensive tactics and conflict resolution. Polished in monitoring inmate behavior and conduct to prevent crime and escapes.
Hardworking professional accomplished in moving materials and testing items to complete work with high-quality results. Team-oriented worker skilled in operating equipment and organization stations.
Versatile Assembly Line Worker knowledgeable about quality checks, finishing work and equipment calibration. Proven history of reliability and resourcefulness in workplace. Safety-oriented individual committed to performance and trained in equipment use.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Taylor Correctional Institution
Perry, FL
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Assisted in the processing of new inmates, including taking photographs, collecting personal information, and explaining facility rules.
- Managed conflict and negotiated resolutions between inmates to prevent violence and ensure the safety of all individuals in the facility.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
- Trained new correctional officers on facility procedures, safety protocols, and the ethical treatment of inmates.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Supervised inmate activities, including meals, recreation times, and work assignments.
- Responded to emergencies and incidents, such as fights or attempted escapes, using appropriate restraint techniques.
- Provided first response medical care in emergency situations until professional medical staff could take over.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Conducted searches of inmates and visitors to prevent the smuggling of contraband.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Maintained detailed logs of inmate behavior, incidents, and daily activities.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
Cashier
Jiffy Co
Perry, FL
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
- Processed returned merchandise by strictly following store return and exchange procedures.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
Correctional Officer
Taylor Correctional Institution
Perry , FL
08.2014 - 10.2020
- Served as liaison between families of inmates ensuring they were kept informed about their loved ones' progress in custody.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Escorted inmates within the facility, including to and from cells, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Assisted in the processing of new inmates, including taking photographs, collecting personal information, and explaining facility rules.
- Trained new correctional officers on facility procedures, safety protocols, and the ethical treatment of inmates.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Western International High School
Detroit, MI06-2009
Skills
- Incident prevention
- Excellent problem solver
- Safety
- Knowledge in excel, microsoft, spreadsheet, PowerPoint
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous assembly experience
- Quality experience
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Taylor Correctional Institution
07.2023 - 09.2024
Cashier
Jiffy Co
01.2022 - 07.2023
Correctional Officer
Taylor Correctional Institution
08.2014 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Western International High School