James Ferguson
Danville,IL
Summary
Observant correctional officer with several years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individuals. In-depth knowledge of use and care of firearms and restraint methods.
United States Army National Guard veteran with 6 years of honorable service. While in the Army I attained the rank of Sergeant, where I was responsible for a squad of Soldiers that I lead on a daily basis. It was my job as a NCO (non commissioned officer) to put the needs of the lower enlisted Soldiers first and to be able to guide and train them to be Mission ready.
It is through the training, experience, and discipline that I have received through 10 years of good service as a Correctional Officer and 6 years as a Soldier that have lead me to the success that I have today.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
Danville, IL
06.2014 - Current
Soldier
Department Of Defence
Danville, IL
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading cargo from trailers when needed.
- Utilized navigation systems to plan routes for transport missions.
- Transported personnel, supplies, and equipment within designated areas.
- Performed minor repairs on vehicles, such as changing tires or oil filters.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in accordance with safety regulations.
- Adhered to standard operating procedures while transporting hazardous materials safely and securely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicles were safe for operation.
- Followed traffic laws and guidelines while operating military motor vehicles.
- Provided support to convoy operations by driving trucks loaded with ammunition, fuel, water, and other necessary items.
- Operated heavy and light wheeled vehicles in a variety of terrains.
- Maintained strict adherence to Army regulations governing truck operations.
Printing Press Operator
Faulstich Printing
Danville, IL
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Operate various types of printing equipment, such as offset lithographic presses, flexographic presses, or letter set presses.
- Participated in regular maintenance activities such as replacing worn parts or lubricating moving parts.
- Stacked completed jobs onto pallets according to shipping instructions provided by the customer or supervisor.
- Organized inventory room ensuring that supplies were properly stored and labeled for easy retrieval.
- Operated printing press to produce printed materials, including brochures, newsletters, and business cards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Manteno High School
Manteno, IL05-2005
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Emergency Response
- Inmate Transport
- Inmate Supervision
- Policy Enforcement
- Radio communication
- Restraint Techniques
- Evidence Preservation
- Non-violent intervention
- De-escalation
- Facility Security
- Contraband Seizure
- Observation
- First aid and CPR certified
- Weapons training
- Suicide Prevention
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Security Procedures
- Safety
Affiliations
- I have a happy marriage of 3 years.
- I am a father to three boys.
Accomplishments
As a Correctional Officer, I have reached Employee of the month two times, I also have two years of Correctional Sergeant experience.
In the Army I have received awards for performing my duties above and beyond and for my devotion to my fellow Soldiers.
Certification
- CDL A license
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Soldier
Department Of Defence
01.2018 - 01.2024
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
06.2014 - Current
Printing Press Operator
Faulstich Printing
03.2014 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Manteno High School