John Mathews
Hampton,VA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Corporal
Newport News Sheriff's Office
Newport News, VA
07.2018 - Current
- Conducted security checks and monitored inmate movement in the facility.
- Maintained accurate records of inmates, including classification and custody status.
- Supervised subordinate staff, providing guidance and instruction on policies and procedures.
- Monitored activities within housing units to ensure safety and security of staff and inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and effectively according to established protocols.
- Enforced departmental regulations concerning conduct, sanitation, dress code, visitation rights.
- Investigated incidents involving violations of rules or regulations and took appropriate corrective action.
- Evaluated performance of subordinates through observation and review of incident reports.
- Conducted random searches of cells and living areas for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
Correctional Officer
City Farm Adult Corrections
Newport News, VA
05.2008 - 05.2018
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA12-2008
Skills
- Physical Fitness
- Self-defense tactics
- Microsoft Office
- Firearms proficiency
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Incident Investigation
- Verbal Communication
Certification
- VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) Expires Sept 2025
- DCJS Certified
- General Instructor
- Cpr qualified
- CIT qualified (Crisis Intervention Team)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Corrections Corporal
Newport News Sheriff's Office
07.2018 - Current
Correctional Officer
City Farm Adult Corrections
05.2008 - 05.2018
- VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) Expires Sept 2025
- DCJS Certified
- General Instructor
- Cpr qualified
- CIT qualified (Crisis Intervention Team)
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management
Tidewater Community College
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