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Leonard Merritt

Morrow,GA

Summary

Dedicated correctional professional with extensive experience at the City of Atlanta Department of Corrections. Proven ability in inmate supervision and emergency response, effectively managing high-risk situations. Skilled in verbal communication and security procedures, contributing to a safer environment and reducing contraband incidents through vigilant monitoring and intervention.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Correction Officer

City Of Atlanta Department Of Corrections
12.2024 - Current
  • Learned and followed safety protocols to maintain secure environment for staff and inmates.
  • Assisted in monitoring inmate behavior, ensuring compliance with facility regulations.
  • Supported emergency response procedures during critical incidents within the facility.
  • Engaged in conflict resolution techniques to de-escalate tense situations among inmates.

Detention Officer

Harris County Sheriffs Office
12.2021 - 12.2024
  • Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within detention facility.
  • Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Assisted in processing inmates, including booking, searching, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement and legal staff to facilitate inmate transportation and court appearances.

Special Patrolman

Brooklyn Public Library
01.2020 - 12.2021

Making sure Staff and Patrons are in a safe place. Conducting security rounds insid and outside perimiter. Deterring any type of illegal activity inside the library. Directing

crowd control when needed.

Correctional Officer

South Carolina Department Of Corrections
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.

Peace Officer

New York Racing Association, NYRA
05.2015 - 04.2019

Making sure Staff and Patrons are in a safe place. Conducting security rounds insi and outside perimiter. Detering any type of illegal activity inside the library. Directing

crowd control when needed.

Education

Associates - Human Services

Metropolitan College of New York
Manhattan, NY
05.2008

High School Diploma - Basic Academics

Bronx Comprehensive Night High School
Bronx NY
06.1992

Skills

  • Verbal communication
  • Security procedures
  • Emergency response
  • Inmate supervision

Timeline

Correction Officer

City Of Atlanta Department Of Corrections
12.2024 - Current

Detention Officer

Harris County Sheriffs Office
12.2021 - 12.2024

Special Patrolman

Brooklyn Public Library
01.2020 - 12.2021

Correctional Officer

South Carolina Department Of Corrections
05.2019 - 12.2019

Peace Officer

New York Racing Association, NYRA
05.2015 - 04.2019

Associates - Human Services

Metropolitan College of New York

High School Diploma - Basic Academics

Bronx Comprehensive Night High School
Leonard Merritt