James Parker
Danville,KY
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at LFUCG, adept at conflict resolution and inmate supervision. Proven ability to enhance safety through vigilant monitoring and effective communication. Skilled in emergency response and first aid, contributing to a secure environment while fostering positive relationships with staff and inmates. Correctional Officer offers 20-year history in corrections with superior record of defusing high-pressure situations with sound judgment and successful conflict resolution skills. Monitors and manages inmate behavior with focus maintaining order and proactively addressing potential conflicts. Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
LFUCG
08.2007 - 03.2025
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Sales Associate
Sears
12.1998 - 12.2000
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roseville High School
Roseville, CA06-1987
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Self-defense tactics
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Stress tolerance
- Relationship building and management
- Weapons training
- CCTV monitoring
- Suicide prevention
- Gang awareness
- Firearm operations trained
- Staff management
- Radio communication
- First aid and CPR certified
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking
Timeline
Correctional Officer
LFUCG
08.2007 - 03.2025
Sales Associate
Sears
12.1998 - 12.2000
High School Diploma -
Roseville High School
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Routinely supervised more than 90+ detainee inmates.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Correctional Leadership Development Program – National Institute of Corrections.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
- Suicide Prevention Training Certificate - Various mental health organizations or correctional training academies.
- Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate - National PREA Resource Center.
- Use of Force Training Certification - Various authorized training centers.
- Emergency Response Planning and Implementation Certificate – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or other emergency response training providers.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Kentucky Driver's License
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