Joel Ankrom
Masontown,PA
Summary
Dutiful Correctional Officer with many years of experience supervising inmate interactions for safety and compliance. Brings moral code and crisis-management techniques to maintain productive environment for rehabilitation. Focuses on individual security within all interactions with inmates and staff.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer 2
SCI Greene
Waynesburg, PA
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate logs detailing inmate movements both inside and outside the facility.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates in need of assistance with personal matters or adjustment to prison life.
- Developed rapport with inmates by engaging them in conversation about their interests or providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on departmental policies and procedures related to corrections work.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Enforced rules concerning visitation rights among family members and friends of incarcerated individuals.
- Provided transportation services for transporting prisoners from one location to another according to court orders or other directives.
Corrections Officer 1
SCI Greene
Waynesburg, PA
11.2016 - 01.2023
- Monitored inmates' behavior to detect any signs of physical or psychological distress, as well as potential for violent outbursts.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Ensured safety and security of inmates within the facility by conducting searches, supervising activities, and maintaining order.
- Observed daily operations throughout the facility for compliance with standards set forth by governing bodies.
- Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Corrections Officer
Greene County Prison
Waynesburg, PA
06.2016 - 10.2016
- Observed daily operations throughout the facility for compliance with standards set forth by governing bodies.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through incentives such as privileges or reduced sentences.
- Enforced rules concerning visitation rights among family members and friends of incarcerated individuals.
- Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
Master At Arms
US. Navy
Middleton, TN
02.2007 - 02.2013
- Assessed potential threats to personnel or facilities while ashore or at sea.
- Performed random searches of crew members' belongings for contraband materials.
- Conducted security sweeps of shipboard spaces and personnel to ensure compliance with Navy regulations.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies when necessary regarding incidents occurring on board the vessel.
- Trained security personnel in the proper handling of firearms and explosives.
- Responded to emergency situations such as fires, medical emergencies, or terrorist threats.
- Investigated reports of theft, vandalism, drug use, or other criminal activities aboard the vessel.
- Conducted investigations into alleged violations of military law or policy.
- Conducted security patrols to ensure safety of personnel and property.
- Investigated security breaches and took appropriate measures to minimize damage.
- Held routine and surprise drills to keep help security team members practice response plans.
- Responded immediately to security threats, breaches and emergencies, following proper protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA09-2023
Skills
- Security Procedures
- Records Management
- Criminal Investigations
- File and record maintenance
- Verbal Communication
- Discretion and Confidentiality
Timeline
Corrections Officer 2
SCI Greene
01.2023 - Current
Corrections Officer 1
SCI Greene
11.2016 - 01.2023
Corrections Officer
Greene County Prison
06.2016 - 10.2016
Master At Arms
US. Navy
02.2007 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
Waynesburg University
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