Johnathon Lawson
Waco,TX
Summary
Ethical Jailer determined to maintain peace, security and safety within jail system and correction center. Trained in crisis intervention and prevention. Remains calm and self-assured in stressful working conditions. In-depth knowledge of restraint techniques. I am committed to following established regulations and practices. Talented at maintaining the facility's security and carefully transporting inmates. Experience performing regular fire and sanitation inspections and inspecting premises for contraband. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking higher knowledge and oppertunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Jailer
LaSalle Corrections
Waco, TX
05.2015 - 10.2019
- Searched prisoner cells and belongings for contraband and weapons finding illegal substances and drug paraphernalia as well as other contrabands such as tattooing devices/materials, cigarettes, makeshift weapons, medicines that were hoarded, phones etc..
- Issued clothing, bedding and other authorized items to inmates.
- Observed conduct of inmates and protected from dangers.
- Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
- Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
- Inspected all incoming and outgoing mail for contraband.
- Conducted booking procedures on new inmates by performing fingerprinting and medical assessments.
- Monitored behavior of 0-16 inmates to prevent escape attempts, crime and other dangerous activities.
- Escorted prisoners to and from court, jail and other jurisdictions or rehabilitation institutions.
- Led grid searches to locate and confiscate potential harmful items and contraband.
- Performed UOF packets a Jail standard regulated documents and administrative duties to maintain appropriate records of accounted inmates.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of offensive/assaultive inmates in a Jail facility.
- Promoted safety, order and functionality of Jail facility.
- Promoted rehabilitation of offenders and maintained safety of staff and residents.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Completed ICS protocols during emergency situations.
- Supervised numerous individuals and managed disciplinary cases in Jail facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
China Spring ISD
China Spring TX05.2012
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Public Safety
- Recreational Activities
- Inmate Population Control
- Incident Reporting
- Contraband Searching
- Head Counts
- Corrections
- Inmate Supervision
- Disciplinary Actions
- Security Checks
- Control Room Maintenance
- Conduct Reporting
- Firearms Training
- Facility Inspections
- Inmate Transport
- Clerical Abilities
- Inmate Restraint
- Safety Procedures
- Psychology Knowledge
- Behavior Modification
- Firearm Safety
- Time Management
- File Maintenance
- Safety and Security
- Stress Management
- Practical Problem Solving
- Safety Precautions
- Legal Code Knowledge
- First Aid Certification
- Rule Enforcement
- Law and Government
- Fire Safety and Fire Maintenance
- Systems Monitoring
- Rehabilitation Methods
- Court Procedures
- Correctional Treatment
- Administration and Management
- Dedication
- Rehabilitation and Counseling
- Activity Supervision
- Negotiation
- Recordkeeping
- Conduct Monitoring
- Inmate Rights Preservation
- Ethics
- Crisis Intervention
- Criminal Rights
- Conflict Resolution
- Interpersonal Communication
- Restraint Techniques
- Equipment Operation
- Security Procedures
- Institution Security
- Self-defense
- Detail-Oriented
- Inmate Processing
- Jail Order
- Self-discipline
- Occupational Hazard Mitigation
- Cell Inspections
- Sound Judgment
- Decisiveness
- Inmate Custody
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Sergeant due to Quick Adaptivity and Eagerness to learn with previous job.
- Promoted from Jailer to Sergeant, in 1 year.
- Averted a potential riot by effectively handling a confrontational situation with other corrections team members.
- Completed extensive crisis prevention and intervention training programs.
- Lead Cell Extractions many times to achieve a successful safe extraction of Troublesome / Assaultive Inmates.
- Lead many suicidal prevention extractions and assisted in actively preventing suicidal inmates.
- Attended training for Taser Certification by Axon [X-2].
- Lead a shift when the Lieutenant was absent for training, conventions, etc..
- Supervised 25+ Officers on my own shift.
- Maintained the Standard set by Texas Commission on Jail Standards at all to time.
Timeline
Jailer
LaSalle Corrections
05.2015 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
China Spring ISD