Jon Roberts

• Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
• Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
• Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
• Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
• Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
• Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
• Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
• Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.

• Supervised and controlled youth residents and their activities.
• Maintained security of pod and safety of staff and youth residents.
• Ensured daily activities and programs proceeded on schedule.
• Oversaw daily routines of youth in placement and delivered services related to basic human needs.
• Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
• Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
• Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
• Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
• Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
• Enforced youth resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
• Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.

• Supervised inmates in housing units, and those segregated for administrative or punitive measures.
• Instructed inmates in housekeeping and sanitation.
• Supervised issuance of clothing and other personal effects to inmates.
• Made periodic patrols of quarters and work areas and initiated counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals.
• Maintained control and discipline, including use of physical restraint and restraining devices.
• Prevented introduction of contraband into institution.
• Checked inmate mail for possible contraband.
• Maintained periodic patrol either inside or outside institution to ensure security and integrity of correctional institution.
• Monitored, supervised, and screened inmate visitor traffic
• Observed traffic in and around compound.
• Instructed inmates and maintained control in areas, such as inmate food service area, auditorium, etc.
• Observed for signs of disorder or tension and reported such observations to higher authority.
• Counseled with inmates regarding institutional, domestic, or emotional adjustment issues.
• Maintained records of equipment, supplies and other items.
• Maintained and demonstrated proficiency in use and care of firearms, restraint methods, equipment, and emergency measures.
• Maintained knowledge of communications and other electronic equipment.
• Instructed inmates in proper care and use of institutional equipment.
• Maintained master inmate location counts, setup and received inmate counts. Familiar with entire operation of control room.
• Initiated and participated in search of inmate recreation areas, work areas, and housing units, to prevent introduction of contraband items.
• Maintained proper security of inmates being transported, and ensured all transportation permits signed by appropriate authority. Instituted proper restraints for inmate's custody classification, and checked transportation vehicles daily.

•Instructed employees or provided onsite job training.

•Maintained knowledge of, complied with, and enforced all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.

•Maintained order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and laws.

•Monitored behavior of subordinates to ensure alert, courteous, and professional behavior toward inmates, parolees, fellow employees, visitors, and public.

•Supervised and directed work of correctional officers to ensure safe custody, discipline, and welfare of inmates.

•Completed administrative paperwork or supervised preparation or maintenance of records, forms, and reports.

•Resolved problems between inmates.

•Responded to emergencies, such as escapes.

•Supervised or performed searches of inmates or their quarters to locate contraband items.

•Restrained, secured, and controlled offenders, using chemical agents, firearms, or other weapons of force as necessary.