Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
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Justyn Karlen

Edgar,WI

Summary

Dutiful Correctional Officer with nearly 6 years of previous experience supervising inmate interactions for safety and compliance. Brings moral code and crisis-management techniques to maintain productive environment for rehabilitation. Focuses on individual security within all interactions with inmates and staff.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Union Laborer

Local 268
Eau Claire, WI
09.2023 - Current
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Example: Luke Kearns, Michels Pipeline (10/2023-present)

Union Operator

Local 139
Altoona, WI
06.2018 - 09.2023
  • Signaled construction equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Example: Doug Schmitt, Minnesota Limited (5/2020-6/2021)

Union Laborer

Locals 1076
Lansing, MI
05.2012 - 06.2018
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
  • Filled trenches and holes using shovels and compactors to job site specifications.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Controlled traffic to protect work site integrity, crew safety and general public welfare.
  • Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding specific tasks that need completion.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Example: Jake Christie, Precision Pipeline (6/2017-8/2017)

Correctional Officer

Columbia Correctional Institution
Portage, WI
10.2005 - 06.2007
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Example: Austin Flater, CCI (09/2006-6/2007)

Correctional Officer

Stanley Correctional Institution
Stanley, WI
06.2007 - 07.2011
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
  • Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
  • Example: Warden Chris Buesgen, SCI (06/2007-07/2011)
  • Example: Sgt. Austin Flater, SCI (2008-07/2011)

Education

High School Diploma -

Lake Holcombe H.S.
Holcombe, WI
06-2002

Skills

  • Restraint Techniques
  • Weapons Training
  • Excellent Problem Solver
  • Communicate well with others
  • Multitasker
  • Trained in Defensive Tactics
  • Work well on a team

Affiliations

  • I enjoy weight training and staying physically fit.
  • I enjoy the outdoors and spending time with my wife and 3 children

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Union Laborer

Local 268
09.2023 - Current

Union Operator

Local 139
06.2018 - 09.2023

Union Laborer

Locals 1076
05.2012 - 06.2018

Correctional Officer

Stanley Correctional Institution
06.2007 - 07.2011

Correctional Officer

Columbia Correctional Institution
10.2005 - 06.2007

High School Diploma -

Lake Holcombe H.S.
Justyn Karlen