Henry J Tucker
El Paso,TX
Summary
Hardworking and able to employ sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to keep order and avoid dangerous situations. Able to skillfully detect contraband during cell searches.
Flexible and Willing to work all shifts and holidays.
Resourceful and dedicated with motivational leadership, training and employees
Safety-oriented Correctional Officer in maximum security facilities and suicide prevention.
Correctional Officer capable of withstanding the taxing demands of monitoring large prison facilities. Extensive experience in inmate restraints and searches.
Correctional Officer committed to maintaining order and enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Resilient professional versed in handling difficult inmates and stressful situations.
Correctional Officer with a history of exercising excellent judgment during crisis events. Able to develop strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues.
Respectful and ethical Correctional Officer with a strong belief in implementing firm, clear guidelines and adopting an attitude of understanding generates a more peaceful prison environment for all involved.
Identifying and documenting cases of potential security and safety hazards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Amarillo, TX
02.2018 - Current
- Established healthy relationships and maintained professional boundaries with resident offenders correctional institution.
- Maintained the custody and control of 78 inmates housed in maximum security unit.
- Make sure holding areas were cleaned and that prisoners were served meals on time.
- Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
- Directed the activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Physically restrained juveniles when disturbances required physical intervention.
- Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and reported results to appropriate personnel.
- Created and maintained arrest files on all inmates processed through jail.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to help keep the institution safe and secure.
- Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Investigated attempted escapes and conducted searches for escaped inmates.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Issued cleaning supplies, comfort items, laundry and all basic meals.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Government Secondary School
Kenema, Sierra Leone, West Africa1984
Skills
- Safety and security
- Central and pod control
- File and records management
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
02.2018 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
Government Secondary School
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