KAREN KING
Dayton,TN
Summary
Trusted corrections officer with a long record of maintaining order, confidentiality, and professional conduct in secure facility settings. Known for leadership, first aid and CPR readiness, and steady response under pressure, with a focus on protecting staff, inmates, and facility operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer
Rhea county sheriffs dept
Dayton, Tn
04.2011 - Current
- Monitored inmate housing units at Rhea County Sheriff's Department for safety and security.
- Searched inmates, cells, and property for contraband and unauthorized items.
- Escorted inmates to meals, medical visits, court, and approved work details.
- Documented inmate behavior, incidents, and shift activity in department records.
- Enforced facility rules and corrected inmate misconduct using proper procedures.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Conducted accurate head counts of inmates during shifts to ensure proper facility oversight.
- Monitored inmates' behavior to detect signs of physical or psychological distress.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on departmental policies and procedures related to correction work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bradley Central High
Cleveland Tn05-1986
Skills
- Situational awareness
- Verbal communication
- Professional conduct
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Excellent problem solver
- Leadership qualities
- Assertiveness
- Motivational skills
- Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
- Emergency management
- Coaching
- Integrity and honesty
- First aid and CPR certified
- Strategic planning and organization
- Stress tolerance
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Rhea county sheriffs dept
04.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bradley Central High