Michael Justus
Grundy,VA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at KMCC, skilled in crisis management and conflict resolution. Proven ability to maintain safety and security while training new staff on operational procedures. Adept at monitoring inmate behavior and enforcing policies to ensure a secure environment for all.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
KMCC
02.2017 - Current
- Maintained safety protocols to ensure secure environment for inmates and staff.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify and report security breaches or hazards.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent disturbances and maintain order within facility.
- Assisted in emergency response procedures, ensuring quick action during critical incidents.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in compliance with facility regulations.
- Trained new officers on facility policies, safety measures, and operational procedures.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Benefits Specialist
Virginia Employment Commission
08.2008 - 02.2017
- Administered employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Evaluated and processed benefit claims, maintaining accuracy and timeliness in resolution.
- Provided guidance to employees regarding benefits options, enhancing understanding of available resources.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on benefits enrollment processes and system navigation.
- Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grundy High School
Grundy, VASkills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Observation
- Security procedures
- Crisis management
- Weapons training
- Firearm operations trained
Timeline
Correctional Officer
KMCC
02.2017 - Current
Benefits Specialist
Virginia Employment Commission
08.2008 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Grundy High School