Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Justin LeMasters

Elkins,WV

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AHF Security Guard

AHF
09.2022 - Current
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.

Correctional Officer Sergeant

Corrections
02.2013 - 08.2022
  • Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
  • Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
  • Supervised 11 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1,187 offenders.
  • Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
  • Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
  • Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
  • Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
  • Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
  • Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
  • Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
  • Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
  • Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
  • Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Residential Youth Worker

DHHR
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
  • Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
  • Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tygarts Valley High School
Mill Creek, WV
06.2008

Skills

  • Background Investigations
  • Physical Stamina
  • Security Procedures Knowledge
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • Report Preparation
  • Reliability
  • Patrolling
  • Keen Observer
  • Security Operations Experience
  • First Aid Certified
  • Punctuality
  • Reporting Skills
  • Interpreting Procedures and Instructions

Accomplishments

Crisis negotiation team member


Certification

Corrections Basic Academy Class of 2013


Timeline

AHF Security Guard

AHF
09.2022 - Current

Residential Youth Worker

DHHR
08.2021 - 06.2022

Correctional Officer Sergeant

Corrections
02.2013 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Tygarts Valley High School
Justin LeMasters