LaDayna Franklin
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Ethical Jail Officer determined to maintain peace, security and safety within jail system and correction center. Trained in crisis intervention and prevention. Remains calm and self-assured in stressful working conditions. In-depth knowledge of self defense and inmate restraint techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Jail Officer
Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail
Williamsburg, VA
04.2022 - Current
- Observed behavior of inmates individually and as group to spot conflicts and implement de-escalation tactics.
- Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Utilized weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
Jail Officer
Western Tidewater Regional Jail
Suffolk, VA
09.2017 - 11.2021
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of Regional facility.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
Armed Force Protection Officer
Triple Canopy
Reston, VA
02.2010 - 09.2012
- Directed and controlled crowds at base functions and organized and recorded facts to prepare incident reports.
- Facilitated conflict-resolution by implementing protocols and investigating issues through resolution.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of mission-specific weapons and ammunition.
- Investigated crimes and guarded inmates within military correctional facilities.
- Managed law enforcement, criminal investigations, safety protocols and civil disturbances.
- Completed regular patrols of assigned areas within operations areas.
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations and unusual activities.
- Enforced military laws and regulations.
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
Great Falls, MT
06.2007 - 02.2010
- Detected and reported unauthorized personnel and activities.
- Operated speed measuring, drug and alcohol and breath test devices to promote driving safety.
- Organized, processed and disseminated information via two-way radio.
- Answered non-emergency and emergency calls for assistance.
- Patrolled via motorized vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and walking.
- Operated encrypted satellite communications systems and radio communication systems.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12.2023
Criminal Justice
Portsmouth Sheriffs Training Academy
1725 Green Street, Portsmouth, Va 2370409.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS06.2015
Skills
- Sound Judgment
- Safety Precautions
- Security Checks
- Inmate Supervision
- Conflict Resolution
- Disciplinary Actions
- Firearms Training
- Systems Monitoring
- Conduct Reporting
- Safety and Security
- Corrections
- Cell Inspections
- Crisis Intervention
- Interpersonal Communication
- Practical Problem Solving
- Time Management
Affiliations
- Air Force outstanding Unit Award
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism
- Air Force training Ribbon
Timeline
Jail Officer
Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail
04.2022 - Current
Jail Officer
Western Tidewater Regional Jail
09.2017 - 11.2021
Armed Force Protection Officer
Triple Canopy
02.2010 - 09.2012
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2007 - 02.2010
Master of Science - Social Work
Virginia Commonwealth University
Criminal Justice
Portsmouth Sheriffs Training Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Southern Mississippi
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