Kennebec County Corrections Officer
Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office
Augusta , ME
12.2019 - 03.2022
- Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Maintained records of inmate activities and progress towards rehabilitation goals.
- Escorted inmates within the facility, including to and from cells, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
- Maintained correct physical head count for inmates.
- Recognized signs of problems, such as despondency, depression and anger in order to prevent riots or suicides.
- Initiated disciplinary action when necessary, following established procedures for documenting violations and infractions.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Conducted investigations into incidents involving inmates, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Maintained accurate logs detailing inmate movements both inside and outside the facility.
- Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Observed daily operations throughout the facility for compliance with standards set forth by governing bodies.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on departmental policies and procedures related to corrections work.
- Complied with Standard Emergency Health Response Plan, including having written plan in place.
- Responded to emergencies and incidents, such as fights or attempted escapes, using appropriate restraint techniques.