Jayson Gouker
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Seasoned professional with a robust background in high-stress environments, including the Colorado Department of Corrections. Excelled in roles requiring first aid training and conflict resolution, significantly reducing contraband instances. Demonstrated exceptional leadership and stress tolerance, fostering team efficiency and safety.
Experienced with maintaining security and control within correctional facilities. Utilizes conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to manage inmate behavior effectively. Strong understanding of legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance and safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Colorado Department Of Corrections
06.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Warehouse Worker
SRP Companies
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
Culinary Specialist Third Class Petty Officer
United States Navy
05.2013 - 06.2019
- Increased overall efficiency by cross-training staff in various cooking techniques and station responsibilities.
- Mentored junior culinary staff, fostering professional growth and supporting skill development.
- Conducted regular safety checks on kitchen equipment to ensure proper functionality and minimize downtime due to repairs or replacements.
- Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
- Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring consistent delivery of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Education
Associate of Science - Forensic Psychology
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN12-2025
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Self-defense tactics
- Contraband seizure
- Stress tolerance
- Suicide prevention
- Crisis intervention training
- Self-defense techniques
- Observation techniques
Accomplishments
- Seized 3 weapons during random cell searches.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Certification
- Self-Defense Training Certification - Various authorized training centers.
- Suicide Prevention Training Certificate - Various mental health organizations or correctional training academies.
- Firearms Proficiency Certificate - State Police or equivalent state licensing authority.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various authorized self-defense and tactical training institutions.
- Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate - National PREA Resource Center.
- Substance Abuse Identification and Intervention Certification - Various substance abuse education and prevention organizations.
- Chemical Agents Certification - Various certified security and law enforcement training providers.
- Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety (MHFA) - National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
- Security Threat Group Management Certificate – Recognized correctional associations or security advisory firms.
- Taser Certified through AXON
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Colorado Department Of Corrections
06.2023 - Current
Warehouse Worker
SRP Companies
09.2019 - 03.2020
Culinary Specialist Third Class Petty Officer
United States Navy
05.2013 - 06.2019
- Self-Defense Training Certification - Various authorized training centers.
- Suicide Prevention Training Certificate - Various mental health organizations or correctional training academies.
- Firearms Proficiency Certificate - State Police or equivalent state licensing authority.
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various authorized self-defense and tactical training institutions.
- Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Standards Training Certificate - National PREA Resource Center.
- Substance Abuse Identification and Intervention Certification - Various substance abuse education and prevention organizations.
- Chemical Agents Certification - Various certified security and law enforcement training providers.
- Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety (MHFA) - National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
- Security Threat Group Management Certificate – Recognized correctional associations or security advisory firms.
- Taser Certified through AXON
Associate of Science - Forensic Psychology
Purdue University Global
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