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Joshua Murray

Beals,ME

Summary

I am currently a Correctional officer at Downeast Correctional. I was Correctional Corporal and Field training officer when I was with Washington County Jail. I am Committed to maintaining ethical and moral standards while supervising and monitoring staff and offenders. I have dealt with mental health and behavioral disorders. I have courtroom knowledge with the ability to transport Residents. I also have hands-on experience handling issues related to maintaining the peace in all levels of security class. I am trained in defensive tactics,Oc Spray,and Taser. Sound knowledge of visitation guidelines and seize and search protocols. I am First aid and CPR/AED certified with the ability to detect and diffuse potentially dangerous situations. I am currently a MERC instructor and have some training in PREA investigation

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Officer

Downeast Correctional Facility
09.2021 - Current
  • Managed situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched of residents to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained resident safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching residents, rooms, and common areas.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Track residents through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
  • Oversaw visitation sessions, maintaining order and ensuring safety of all parties involved.
  • Support reentry programs that prepared residents for successful integration into society.
  • Supervised residents during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Administered drug tests to residents.
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
  • Investigated and responded to incidents of residents misconduct.
  • Documented residents behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Transported residents to and from work sites, medical appointments and other locations.

Deckhand

Downeast Windjammer Cruises
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines and checked for safety issues.
  • Insure passenger safety while loading and off loading.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks.
  • Organized and loaded ship storage and cargo using equipment.
  • Scanned seas to quickly spy obstacles, that could put vessel and passengers in danger.

Correctional Corporal

Washington County Sheriff Office
03.2016 - 05.2021
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
  • Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
  • Supervised subordinates and performance of tasks and managed 48+ offenders.
  • Completed daily work report and delegated tasks to employees.
  • Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different areas of the facility.
  • Assigned officer tasks to keep Facility running efficiently.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
  • Field Training Officer for both supervisor and line officer positions.

Correctional Officer

Washington County Sheriff Office
07.2011 - 05.2021
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
  • Led disciplinary hearings and made recommendations for sentencing.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
  • Escorted/transported inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
  • Delivered inmates to work sites and returned safely by following protocols.

Corrections Officer

Penobscot County Sheriff's Office
06.2009 - 07.2011
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
  • Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.

Welder

Cianbro
12.2007 - 01.2009
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick
  • Fabricated parts
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Narraguagus High School
Harrington, ME
06.2005

Skills

  • Resident movement control
  • Rules of conduct
  • Job assignments
  • Officer training
  • Crowd control
  • Security procedures
  • Resident transport
  • Inspections
  • Conflict management
  • Administration
  • Body searches
  • Counseling techniques
  • Computer skills
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Work crew management
  • First aid training
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Emergency response
  • Trained in defensive tactics

Certification

I have certification in Leadership 101,MERC Instructor and PREA investigation.

References

Randy Pagels-Former Boss- Cell- 1-207-598-8540

Ben Fritz- My Formal sergeant- Cell-1-207-271-8195

Mike Anderson- My Former Sergeant -Home- 1-207-255-0606/Work 1-207-255-3434

Sean Carrier -Current Sergeant- Cell- 1-207-904-8144

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Downeast Correctional Facility
09.2021 - Current

Deckhand

Downeast Windjammer Cruises
05.2021 - 09.2021

Correctional Corporal

Washington County Sheriff Office
03.2016 - 05.2021

Correctional Officer

Washington County Sheriff Office
07.2011 - 05.2021

Corrections Officer

Penobscot County Sheriff's Office
06.2009 - 07.2011

Welder

Cianbro
12.2007 - 01.2009

High School Diploma -

Narraguagus High School

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