Jovi Lewis
Cascade,VA
Summary
Results-driven Correctional Officer Sergeant known for strong leadership, conflict resolution, and security protocol enforcement. Proven ability to manage high-stress situations while enhancing safety measures and promoting professionalism within the team.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Caswell County Corrections
, NC
06.2020 - 06.2026
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and institutional policies.
- Mentored junior officers, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify security risks and improve safety measures.
- Coordinated inmate activities, promoting rehabilitation and reducing disciplinary incidents.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify patterns and recommend policy improvements for enhanced security.
- Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while maintaining professionalism, demonstrating strong leadership skills under pressure.
- Maintained order within the facility by enforcing institutional rules and regulations consistently.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to ensure proper care for inmates with health concerns or medical needs.
- Increased security measures by regularly inspecting all areas of the facility for potential hazards or risks.
- Reduced instances of inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies and mediation techniques.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Supervised [Number] employees and performance of tasks and managed [Number] offenders.
- Conducted emergency response drills to prepare staff for various crises situations, minimizing potential harm to both staff and inmates.
- Updated documentation systems which improved accuracy in reporting incidents.
- Implemented new procedures for contraband detection that resulted in fewer incidents of illegal substances entering the facility.
- Developed strong relationships with local law enforcement agencies to enhance information sharing and cooperation between organizations.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
Security Officer
Averett University
Danville, VA
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Monitored campus facilities to ensure safety and security for students and staff.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential security issues proactively.
- Responded to incidents, providing immediate support and coordinating with local law enforcement when necessary.
- Implemented safety protocols, enhancing emergency preparedness across campus facilities.
- Trained new security personnel on operational procedures and emergency response techniques.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, recommending improvements for future prevention efforts.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tunstall High
Dry Fork, VA06.2012
Skills
- Inmate transportation
- Inmate supervision
- Restraint techniques
- Timekeeping
- Verbal communication
- Self-defense tactics
- Incident investigation
- Public safety
- Security protocols
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Recordkeeping
- Firearms proficiency
- Patrol procedures
- Contraband detection
- Seize and search protocol
- Inmate movement control
- Rules of conduct
- Inmate transport
- Surveillance monitoring
- Body searches
- Rule enforcement
- Offender escort
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Professionalism
Certification
- CCO - Certified Corrections Officer
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Hiking
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Video Gaming
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
Officer of the month
Job well done.
Timeline
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Caswell County Corrections
06.2020 - 06.2026
Security Officer
Averett University
01.2020 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Tunstall High