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john bushaw

Randolph,WI

Summary

Correctional Sergeant with extensive experience at Waupun Correctional Facility, skilled in de-escalation techniques and emergency response. Proven track record of enhancing facility safety and reducing violence through effective conflict management and staff supervision. Committed to maintaining order and security while fostering a respectful environment for both inmates and staff.I am a dedicated employee someone you can count on.

Work History

Correctional Sergeant

John Burke Center
2024 - 2025
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with institutional policies and safety regulations.
  • Coordinated inmate movements, maintaining security and order within facility premises.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify potential security risks and hazards.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on protocols, emergency procedures, and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in the development of operational plans for emergency situations, ensuring a well-prepared response team.
  • Managed inmate housing assignments to maintain optimal safety levels within the institution.
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
  • Fostered a culture of respect among staff members through open communication channels and team-building exercises.

Correctional Sergeant

Waupun Correctional Facility
2020 - 2024
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with institutional policies and safety regulations.
  • Coordinated inmate movements, maintaining security and order within facility premises.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify potential security risks and hazards.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on protocols, emergency procedures, and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Managed inmate housing assignments to maintain optimal safety levels within the institution.
  • Fostered a culture of respect among staff members through open communication channels and team-building exercises.
  • Coordinated responses to critical incidents effectively ensuring minimal disruption to facility operations.
  • Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
  • Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
  • Facilitated positive relationships between staff members and inmates by encouraging respectful interactions at all times.
  • Efficiently managed resources such as time, personnel, and equipment to ensure smooth operations within the correctional facility.

Correctional Sergeant

Fox Lake Correctional
2017 - 2020
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with institutional policies and safety regulations.
  • Coordinated inmate movements, maintaining security and order within facility premises.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify potential security risks and hazards.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on protocols, emergency procedures, and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Implemented strategies for de-escalating conflicts among inmates, promoting a safer environment.
  • Monitored inmate behavior and documented incidents for review by management, ensuring accountability.
  • Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
  • Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
  • Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct or rule violations, resulting in fair disciplinary actions when necessary.
  • Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
  • Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
  • Reduced instances of violence within the institution through effective conflict resolution strategies and communication skills.
  • Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of large-scale facility operations including cell searches, shakedowns, and evacuation drills.

Correctional Officer

Waupun Correctional Facility
2002 - 2017
  • Monitored inmate activities to ensure safety and security within correctional facility.
  • Assisted in maintaining order during inmate movements and facility operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to enforce rules and regulations effectively.
  • Conducted routine inspections of facilities for safety compliance and maintenance needs.
  • Participated in training sessions to learn emergency response protocols and procedures.
  • Engaged with inmates to promote positive behavior and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
  • Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
  • Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.

Skills

  • De-escalation techniques
  • Emergency response
  • Body searches
  • Policy enforcement
  • Staff supervision
  • Inmate transportation
  • Officer training
  • Security protocols
  • Inmate supervision
  • Conflict management
  • Inmate movement control
  • Restraint techniques
  • Inmate transport
  • Inventory counting
  • Inspections
  • Offender escort
  • Inmate monitoring
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Professional ethics

Timeline

Correctional Sergeant

John Burke Center
2024 - 2025

Correctional Sergeant

Waupun Correctional Facility
2020 - 2024

Correctional Sergeant

Fox Lake Correctional
2017 - 2020

Correctional Officer

Waupun Correctional Facility
2002 - 2017

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