Joseph Crouse
Elkton ,VA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at Middle River Regional Jail, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution. Proven ability to enforce safety protocols and de-escalate high-stress situations, ensuring a secure environment. Adept at inmate supervision and trained in defensive tactics, contributing to overall facility safety.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Middle River Regional Jail
Staunton, VA
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Monitored inmate behavior, ensuring compliance with facility regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas to maintain security standards.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, utilizing crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with team members to implement safety drills and emergency response procedures.
Truck Driver
Houff Transfer
Weyers Cave, VA
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, routes, and deliveries per DOT guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding delivery schedules and road conditions.
Truck Driver
GP Transco
Joliet, IL
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Loaded and unloaded freight, ensuring secure placement and handling of cargo.
- Navigated routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery efficiency and minimize delays.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while maintaining consistent delivery schedules.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot logistical challenges during transport operations.
Truck Driver
Continental Express Inc.
Sidney, OH
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Education
GED -
Webster County High School
Upperglade, WV01.1990
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Contraband seizure
- Self-defense techniques
- Safety
- Security procedures
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Stress tolerance
- Facility security
- Weapons training
- Prisoner transport
- Central and pod control
- Booking procedures
- Suicide prevention
- Gang awareness
Accomplishments
US Army Reserves
10/24/1987- 10/24/1995
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Middle River Regional Jail
10.2025 - 03.2026
Truck Driver
Houff Transfer
04.2025 - 09.2025
Truck Driver
GP Transco
06.2024 - 04.2025
Truck Driver
Continental Express Inc.
03.2024 - 06.2024
GED -
Webster County High School