James Erickson II
Igo,CA
Summary
Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 27years and 4 months. Hardworking Correctional Officer skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Skillfully detects contraband during cell searches.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Lowes
09.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
01.1994 - 07.2020
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- 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.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Correctional Officer
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
04.1993 - 01.1994
United States Marine
United States Marine Corps
11.1986 - 11.1990
Education
Atascadero High School
Atascadero, CA06.1985
Skills
- Ethical Standards of Conduct
- Safety and Security Enforcement
- Safety and Security
- Conflict Resolution
- Search and Seizure Procedures
- Inmate Behavior Modification Tactics
- Armory and Key Control
- Self-Defense Techniques
- Restraint Techniques
- Firearm Operations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- De-Escalating Conflicts
- Tower Surveillance
- Correctional Facility Procedures
- Inmate Escorting
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
- Contraband Inspections
- Nonviolent Intervention
- Evidence Preservation
- Disciplinary Action
- Security Procedures
- Visitation Guidelines Understanding
- Search Cells
- Contraband Prevention
- Observation
Timeline
Sales Associate
Lowes
09.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
01.1994 - 07.2020
Correctional Officer
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
04.1993 - 01.1994
United States Marine
United States Marine Corps
11.1986 - 11.1990
Atascadero High School