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Makayla Bryant

Waxahachie

Summary

Reliable Detention Officer with relevant experience maintaining secure correctional facilities, monitoring inmate behavior and ensuring adherence to established policies. Possess strong interpersonal skills for managing relationships with inmates, colleagues, and supervisors. Notable strengths include ability to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations and commitment to maintaining safety standards at all times. Consistently contributed to improved operational efficiency in previous roles. In my career, my goal is to advance within the 20+ years of being employed. Within the 20+ years, I would like to promote leadership by providing a positive work environment, enhancing team morale, building a good communication system with the teams, ensuring the safety of inmates and officers, and enforcing the rules and regulations of the ECSO for inmates and officers. My goal is to be able to take on challenging responsibilities and situations in a professional manner and strive for excellence in my career at the Ellis County Sheriff's Office.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Detention Officer

Ellis County Sheriff's Office
Waxahachie
09.2023 - Current

FLOOR OFFICER (Sep 2023-Feb 2025, and as needed)

Main Central Officer (June 2024 - Nov 2024)

Booking Officer (February 2025 - Currently)

Supervised inmate activities and ensured compliance with safety regulations.

  • Conducted regular security checks to maintain a safe environment for staff and inmates.
  • Managed inmate records and processed documentation in accordance with policies.
  • Responded effectively to emergency situations and coordinated with law enforcement.
  • Assisted in implementing behavior management strategies for inmate rehabilitation.
  • Maintained communication with other officers to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
  • Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
  • Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
  • Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
  • Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
  • Enforced disciplinary action when appropriate according to established guidelines.
  • Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
  • Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates.
  • Counseled inmates regarding their rights, privileges, rules and regulations of the facility.
  • Conducted regular security checks of cells and common areas to prevent escapes and contraband entry.
  • Implemented de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts and maintain order within the facility.
  • Operated control rooms, managing access to secure areas and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Managed intake and release processes, including documentation, fingerprinting, and photographing.

Education

High School Diploma -

DESOTO HIGH
DeSoto, TX
05-2033

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Crisis intervention
  • Judgment and decision-making
  • Attention to safety
  • Emergency response
  • Contraband detection
  • Team collaboration
  • Security protocol enforcement

Certification

  • TCOLE
  • JAIL ADMINSTRATION

Timeline

Detention Officer

Ellis County Sheriff's Office
09.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

DESOTO HIGH
Makayla Bryant