Experienced Corrections Sergeant / Security Specialist adept at evaluating incidents and security issues. Disciplined and hardworking team player with skills in observing behavior, managing conflicts, and solving problems gained through experience and training over thirty (30) year career in corrections and security work.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Security Specialist
MassMedicum GrandCru Medicinals
Holbrook, MA
06.2020 - 07.2023
Maintained daily security logs and prepared incident reports as required.
Performed security clearance processing for company employees.
Maintained security systems and access controls.
Ensured all security policies, procedures, standards and guidelines were followed.
Monitored security surveillance camera footage to identify potential issues and download recordings
Responded to incidents of workplace violence and unruly behavior on company property.
Assisted outside law enforcement and fire department with investigations and event responses.
Performed audits and inspections of facility to ensure compliance.
Participated in audits conducted by the Cannabis Control Commission.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Liaison to the Cannabis Control Commission
Sergeant / Investigations Unit
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Norfolk
Norfolk, MA
09.2007 - 06.2020
Oversee the daily operations of the Investigative Unit to include: ten (10) investigative staff, surveillance video system, Inmate telephone system, Inmate mail, substance abuse monitoring, narcotic activity, physical and sexual assaults, crime scenes, visitor activity, and inmate informants.
Conduct staff and inmate investigations, compile investigative reports.
Guided team members in handling difficult or complex matters.
Provided leadership and direction to team members, ensuring all tasks were completed in a timely manner.
Ensured staff training and development relative to conducting investigations.
Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
Developed staff schedules and delegated assignments for team members
Conducted routine audits of systems and assessed proficiency of unit personnel.
Reviewed team members to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
Liaison to Outside Law Enforcement and Norfolk County District Attorney
Sergeant Promotion
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Walpole
Walpole, MA
02.2005 - 09.2007
Supervised staff on posts and conducted periodic inspections to ensure proper performance with Institution regulations.
Assigned to supervise staff and inmates within Institution maximum security segregation units.
Communicated security policies to staff members and performed security training.
Completed staff evaluation and performance reports
Investigated security incidents and violations of established security policies.
Performed audits and inspections of facility to locate potential threats.
Participated in internal and external audits related to security controls.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Correction Officer / Investigations Unit
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Norfolk
Norfolk, MA
09.1999 - 02.2005
Drafted investigation and incident reports and submitted to appropriate personnel.
Maintained accurate records related to inmates involved in Security Threat Groups, Security Escape Risk, etc.
Primary Responder to emergencies, incidents, and crime scenes.
Conducted investigations into any employee or inmate misconduct.
Conducted video surveillance monitoring for criminal investigations.
Managed crime scenes to preserve integrity of evidence.
Responded to emergencies/incidents in progress, initiating actions such as interrogation of suspects or medical aid for victims.
Conducted inmate sobriety tests and used portable equipment to conduct tests.
Provided testimony in Norfolk County Grand Jury regarding inmate criminal cases. .
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Correction Officer
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Norfolk
Norfolk, MA
01.1992 - 09.1999
Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
Conducted searches to locate and confiscate potential harmful items and contraband.
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
Observed daily operations throughout the facility for compliance.
Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on departmental policies and procedures.
Skills
Policy Enforcement
Crisis Management
Security Protocols
Inmate Supervision
De-Escalation Techniques
Incident Reporting
Contraband Seizure
Surveillance
Evidence Preservation
Emergency Response
Criminal Investigations
Substance Abuse Knowledge
First Aid and CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Security Specialist
MassMedicum GrandCru Medicinals
06.2020 - 07.2023
Sergeant / Investigations Unit
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Norfolk
09.2007 - 06.2020
Sergeant Promotion
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Walpole
02.2005 - 09.2007
Correction Officer / Investigations Unit
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Norfolk
09.1999 - 02.2005
Correction Officer
Massachusetts Department Of Correction MCI Norfolk