Deputy Jailer Henderson County Detention Center
Henderson, KY
04.2021 - 06.2023
Monitored inmates in the jail facility to ensure safety and security.
Interacted with inmates in a professional manner while enforcing discipline policies.
Conducted regular cell inspections for contraband items or dangerous materials.
Communicated effectively with superiors regarding any changes in inmate behavior or status.
Performed searches of individuals entering or leaving the jail facility as needed.
Assessed risk levels of individual inmates prior to releasing them from custody.
Enforced all rules of the jail facility, ensuring that inmates followed these regulations.
Provided guidance to new deputies on procedures related to working in the jail setting.
Prepared incident reports regarding disturbances or violations within the jail environment.
Responded to emergency situations within the facility, such as medical emergencies or altercations between inmates.
Administered first aid and provided emergency response when necessary.
Managed inventory and distribution of jail supplies, including meals, clothing, and bedding.
Searched prisoner cells and belongings for contraband and weapons.
Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
Conducted investigations of crimes committed within prison.
Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
Inspected all incoming and outgoing mail for contraband.
Conducted regular cell checks to ensure inmate safety and compliance with regulations.
Monitored surveillance equipment to maintain security and prevent unauthorized activities.
Monitored inmate behavior to prevent escape attempts, crime, and other dangerous activities.
Handled inmate grievances and complaints, resolving issues in a timely and fair manner.
Administered medications to inmates according to doctor's orders.
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