Jeffrey Plungis
South Plainfield,NJ
Summary
Corrections Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols. Hardworking and 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
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Officer
Middlesex County Department Of Corrections
02.2022 - Current
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches 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 and in response to potential security breaches.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Enforced regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks, alcohol sensor testing and gate-locking procedures.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Led inmate work crews completing maintenance, construction, farming and operations activities.
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
Technician
Servpro
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Inventory and load the van with equipment, products, and supplies needed for jobs.
• Set up staging area and equipment for each job.
• Prepare rooms for cleaning processes.
• Follow EZ Production Guidelines for all production processes.
• Assist the crew chief and other production personnel.
• Perform end-of-job/end-of-day cleanup and breakdown. - Participate in training activities on a regular basis.
• Seek certification through the SERVPRO® Employee Certification Training Program (ECTP and relevant Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) certifications.
• Enroll in all relevant training programs and achieve all relevant production certifications.
• Read equipment and product directions and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to learn correct usage and application.
• Learn how to properly operate equipment by reading owner’s manuals and from training
Technician
We Dry USA
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Understanding of building materials and structures
- Knowledge of safety procedures when dealing with hazardous materials
- Ability to work effectively within tight timelines
- Strong communication skills both oral and written
- Visual inspection: closely examining building materials such as walls and ceilings for any signs of water damage or visible mold growth
- Moisture readings: using specialized equipment to measure moisture levels in areas where mold could be present
- Sampling and testing: collecting samples from the affected area and sending them off for laboratory analysis to determine what kind of mold is growing there
- Health risk evaluation: assessing the potential health risks associated with living or working near a contaminated area.
Laborer
JP Metal Works
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Select types of sheet metal according to building or design plans.
- Measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on metal sheets.
- Drill holes in metal for screws, bolts, and rivets.
- Install metal sheets with supportive frameworks.
- Fabricate or alter parts at construction sites.
- Minor welding.
- Deliver parts to multiple locations.
- Reading blueprints and schematics
- Using power and hand tools to fabricate metal components
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ05.2019
Skills
- De-Escalating Conflicts
- Observation
- Behavioral Observations
- Distributing Meals
- Crime Prevention
- File and Records Management
- Legal Code Knowledge
- Evidence Preservation
- Perimeter Patrol
- Security Procedures
- Safety and Security Enforcement
- Inmate Behavior Modification Tactics
Certification
- BCCCPO Certification
- Oleoresin Capsicum Certification
- Monadnock Expandable Baton Certification
- Firearms Certification
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Middlesex County Department Of Corrections
02.2022 - Current
Technician
Servpro
05.2021 - 01.2022
Technician
We Dry USA
10.2020 - 04.2021
Laborer
JP Metal Works
01.2016 - 12.2019
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Middlesex County College
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