Mark J. Freedlund
Summary
Passionate and highly motivated individual with skills in planning, operations and problem solving I am looking to secure a challenging position with a reputable organization to expand my learning, knowledge, and skills, while making a significant contribution to the success of the company.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Montgomery County Sheriff Department
07.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
Engineer
U.S. Army
11.2020 - 06.2023
- Utilized multitasking abilities and problem-solving skills across diverse environments.
- Served as a dedicated team member within 101st Airborne unit.
Line Cook, Cook
Pigtails
01.2018 - 01.2020
Customer Service Clerk, Courtesy Clerk
Kroger
01.2015 - 01.2017
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN 08.2024 - 09.2025
High School -
Decatur High School
Decatur, GeorgiaSkills
- Customer Service
- Retail
- Project Management
- Security
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Event Coordination
- First aid training
- De-escalation techniques
- Emergency response
- Inmate supervision
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Safety and security enforcement
- Surveillance
- Security procedures
- Stress tolerance
Certification
Freeze +P certificate
First aid certificate
Leadership
Experienced correctional leader skilled in inmate supervision, crisis management, and policy enforcement. Committed to safety, accountability, and supporting rehabilitation within secure facilities.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Science
Austin Peay State University
08.2024 - 09.2025
Correctional Officer
Montgomery County Sheriff Department
07.2023 - Current
Engineer
U.S. Army
11.2020 - 06.2023
Line Cook, Cook
Pigtails
01.2018 - 01.2020
Customer Service Clerk, Courtesy Clerk
Kroger
01.2015 - 01.2017
High School -
Decatur High School