Marcus Morton
Crestwood,IL
Summary
With a proven track record at the Illinois Department of Corrections, I excel in maintaining security and order through expert enforcement of rules and adept conflict management. Skilled in emergency response and staff supervision, I've led teams in high-stakes environments, fostering professionalism and respectful inmate interactions, significantly enhancing facility safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
Illinois Department Of Corrections
09.2008 - Current
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised [Number] employees and performance of tasks and managed [Number] offenders.
- Served as a role model for subordinates, demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of large-scale facility operations including cell searches, shakedowns, and evacuation drills.
- Facilitated positive relationships between staff members and inmates by encouraging respectful interactions at all times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Daley College
Chicago, IL05-2003
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Emergency Response
- Body Searches
- Policy Enforcement
- Staff Supervision
- Inmate Transportation
- Officer Training
- Rule Enforcement
- Conflict Management
- Surveillance monitoring
- Restraint Techniques
- Inmate Transport
- Crisis Management
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
Illinois Department Of Corrections
09.2008 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Daley College
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