Morgan Schatz
IN
Summary
Experienced Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order within prison and jail settings. Proficient in enforcing rules and regulations to ensure a safe and secure environment. Demonstrates sound judgment and reasoned thinking when handling difficult inmates and high-pressure situations. Dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ensuring the well-being of both staff and inmates.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Putnamville Correctional Facility
10.2020 - 10.2021
- QRT Trained ( Quick Response Team)
- CPR Certified
- Searched property boxes 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.
- Monitored inmates during various activities including visits, meals, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
Security Officer
Securitas
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Go to different sites and clients and protect their assets
- Deter anyone from criminal activity.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
Line Assembler
North American Lighting
04.2024 - 07.2022
- Ran machinery to build headlights.
Circuit Board Builder
ZF in Marshall Illinois
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Build circuit boards for safety features in cars.
Line Assembler
Great Dane Terre Haute
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Run heavy machinery
- Build trailer walls for semi-trailers.
Material Handler
North American Lighting
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Ran machinery to build headlights for cars
- Promoted to Material Handler.
Line Assembler
Great Dane Brazil
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Run heavy machinery
- Build trailer walls for semi-trailers.
Team Member
White Castle
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Make food
- Customer Service.
Line Assembler
Great Dane
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Run heavy machinery
- Build trailer walls for semi-trailers.
Manager
Taco Bell
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Running a clean smooth shift, making sure things are good to go for customer service
- Managing money and putting away truck.
Education
Criminal Justice Degree -
Purdue Global
05.2026
High School -
The Excel Center
05.2020
Skills
- Following Instructions
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- First Aid Training
- Inmate Supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Policy Enforcement
- Restraint Techniques
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Search and seizure procedures
- Contraband Seizure
- Relationship building and management
- Weapons training
- Gang Awareness
- Incident Reporting
- Time Management
- Task Prioritization
- Report Writing
- Detail Oriented
- Threat Assessment
- Crime Prevention
- Emergency Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Punctuality
- ID Verification
- Reporting skills
- Team Player
- Honest and Dependable
- Reliable and Responsible
- Active Listening
- Team Leadership
- Attentive and Observant
Timeline
Line Assembler
North American Lighting
04.2024 - 07.2022
Circuit Board Builder
ZF in Marshall Illinois
02.2024 - 04.2024
Line Assembler
Great Dane Terre Haute
10.2023 - 02.2024
Material Handler
North American Lighting
02.2023 - 10.2023
Line Assembler
Great Dane Brazil
09.2022 - 02.2023
Security Officer
Securitas
11.2021 - 11.2022
Correctional Officer
Putnamville Correctional Facility
10.2020 - 10.2021
Team Member
White Castle
07.2019 - 04.2020
Line Assembler
Great Dane
10.2018 - 06.2019
Manager
Taco Bell
05.2018 - 08.2018
Criminal Justice Degree -
Purdue Global
High School -
The Excel Center
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