John Guastaferro
Court Officer
NYC,NY
Summary
Vigilant courtroom staff member trained in prisoner, judge and visitor security . Knowledgeable about non-lethal strategies and defensive tactics. Good people, communication and planning abilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Well-versed in carrying out judge directives, maintaining courtroom order and assisting court officials with administrative functions such as evidence and calendar management. Conducts patrols, screens visitors and responds to emergency situations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
NYS Court Officer
NYS Unified Court System
NYC, NY
04.2022 - Current
- Used non-lethal techniques such as handcuffs on prisoners.
- Exercised practical judgment in unusual or emergent situations.
- Escorted jurors, visitors, and prisoners into courtroom.
- Collected and retained unauthorized firearms and other contraband from individuals entering courthouse.
- Maintain order and decorum in the court room and the courthouse as well.
Teachers Assistant
City School District Of New Rochelle
New Rochelle, NY
09.2007 - 04.2022
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Took children with needs out into the community and showed them how to do daily activites such as cooking at a restaraunt, cleaning restaurants, how to pay and use public transportation.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY 09.2005 - 06.2007
Skills
Personnel protection
Records Maintenance
Courtroom order
Trial proceedings
Good Telephone Etiquette
Written Communication
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Teamwork and Collaboration
Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Certification
Municipal training in firearms and deadly physical force
Timeline
NYS Court Officer
NYS Unified Court System
04.2022 - Current
Teachers Assistant
City School District Of New Rochelle
09.2007 - 04.2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
09.2005 - 06.2007