James D. Gerace
Catskill,NY
Summary
I am a well-qualified Correctional Officer adept at planning and implementing training programs as well as enforcing department procedures and directives. I am honest, respectful and a clear communicator. I am detail-oriented and team player with strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills. I strive to maintain a high moral character and strong ethical code. I have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy under typical and stressful circumstances.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OIC for Firearm Instructor Development Course
NYSDOCCS - Albany Training Academy
06.2022 - Current
- Develop and present training programs and instructional material through variety of learning methods.
- Assist in researching various topics for future program development.
- Update and revise course content and teaching methodologies.
- Facilitate/present training requirements to meet and maintain qualifying standards for staff.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Establish and maintained quality control standards.
- Analyze and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Create and oversee training program for operations.
- Develop lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for training courses.
OIC of Firearms Recruit Range Program
NYSDOCCS - Albany Training Academy
06.2022 - Current
- Implement department lesson plans and DCJS mandates to cover necessary material.
- Identify training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Act as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to recruits and fellow officers.
- Train employees to enhance success in field operations.
- Train and mentor new personnel hired to deliver firearms program to recruits.
- Coordinate training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives.
- Develop lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for training courses.
- Adjust instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Hudson Correctional Facility
06.2019 - 06.2022
- 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 head counts.
- Completed intake paperwork, and unit log book.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Weapons Training Officer (WTO)
NYSDOCCS - Albany Training Academy
10.2015 - 06.2022
- Implemented department lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Instruct recruits in: deadly physical force; departmental procedures with firearms; shooting fundamentals; use and deployment of chemical agents; as well as other general topic classes.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
Corrections Officer
NYS DOCCS - Downstate Correctional Facility
08.2007 - 06.2019
- 2017-2019 : Bid Resource (7AM-3PM)
- 2015-2017: Housing Unit Escort Relief/SHU Exercise Escort Relief (7AM-3PM)
- 2013-2015: Extended Classification Housing Unit Officer/Forensic Diagnostic Unit Relief Officer (7AM-3PM)
- 2008-2013: SHU 1st Officer and SHU 2nd Officer (7AM-3PM)
- 2007-2008: Resource Officer (7AM-3PM)
- Effectively interacted with staff, inmates, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat frisks and strip frisks of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Routinely counted inmates to maintain a safe and secured unit.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive tactics and physical restraints.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of the facility by searching prisoners and their personal and state issued property.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
Correctional Emergency Response Team (CERT) Member
NYSDOCCS - Downstate Correctional Facility
04.2013 - 11.2017
- Participated in at CERT trainings at monthly meetings.
- Participated in CERT operations within the facility (ie: cell extractions, medication over objection).
- Participated in the CIU School Scenario at Butler CF
- CERT/WTO.
- Inspected facilities and equipment to determine operational and functional capabilities in emergency situations.
Correctional Officer Trainee
NYSDOCCS
06.2007 - 08.2007
Military Police
NYS Army National Guard
09.2000 - 04.2006
- Deployed to NYC to preform security operations in response to 9/11.
- Deployed to Iraq under Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom 1 from February 2003- May 2004.
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Provided emergency response security, eliminating hazards, and potential dangers.
- Engaged targets in low-light conditions with night vision equipment.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Conducted enemy of war and prisoner of War apprehension.
- Conducted critical convoy escort/security for military assets in theatre.
- Conducted counter ambush operations/convoy escort/security for the main supply route to Bagdad Airport for military operations.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Suppressed or neutralized enemies using small-arms.
- Executed search and seizure operations in strict accordance with the rules of engagement.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NYNo Degree - Criminal Justice
Jefferson County Community College
Watertown, NYHigh School Diploma -
Catskill Senior High School
Catskill06.2000
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Experiential Learning
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Safety Monitoring and Management
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Program Leadership
- Time Management
- Enthusiasm for Teaching
Certification
- A.T.A Recruit Range OIC - 2022
- Firearms Instructor Development Course O.I.C - 2022
- Class B Commerical Driver's License - 2017
- Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT) - 2014
- Firefighter 1 Certified - 2013
- Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor - 2013
- Weapons Training Officer (WTO) - 2011
Timeline
OIC for Firearm Instructor Development Course
NYSDOCCS - Albany Training Academy
06.2022 - Current
OIC of Firearms Recruit Range Program
NYSDOCCS - Albany Training Academy
06.2022 - Current
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Hudson Correctional Facility
06.2019 - 06.2022
Weapons Training Officer (WTO)
NYSDOCCS - Albany Training Academy
10.2015 - 06.2022
Correctional Emergency Response Team (CERT) Member
NYSDOCCS - Downstate Correctional Facility
04.2013 - 11.2017
Corrections Officer
NYS DOCCS - Downstate Correctional Facility
08.2007 - 06.2019
Correctional Officer Trainee
NYSDOCCS
06.2007 - 08.2007
Military Police
NYS Army National Guard
09.2000 - 04.2006
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Erie Community College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Jefferson County Community College
High School Diploma -
Catskill Senior High School