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Omar Williams

Homestead

Summary

Dynamic correctional professional with extensive experience at the Federal Bureau of Prisons, excelling in inmate supervision and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enforce security protocols while fostering positive public relations. Skilled in report writing and behavioral observation, effectively managing emergency situations and ensuring the safety of both staff and inmates.

Dependable professional with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Officer Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Miami
03.2024 - Current
  • Provides supervision, care and correctional treatment of inmates. Concerned with maintenance of institution security contributing to the health and welfare of the inmates and the promotion of good public relations.

    Conducting urinary analysis to detect normal and abnormal finding and also conducting breathalyzers
    Supervising Inmates doing special details around facility.
    Enforces rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate accountability and inmate conduct to ensure judicial sanctions are carried out and inmates remain in custody. From time to time, may be authorized to carry firearms and to use physical force, including deadly force, to maintain control of inmates.

    During institution emergencies or other periods of heavy workload or limited staff, may be required to work long and irregular hours, unusual shifts, Sundays, holidays and unexpected overtime.
    Locating inmates for other areas of the correctional facility
    Running two housing units at once while also watching inmate movement on both sides and controlling movements on the compound . Searching inmate living quarters daily and making sure housing units are in good standing. Giving orders to inmates and also answering questions they may have. supervising over 200 inmates at once divided into two housing units maintaining the daily log while also conducting rounds irregularly and giving inmate access to go to their daily programs . conducting searches of general areas and making sure there no security breaches in the dorm . Visual searching inmates entering visitation room and leaving conducting rounds ensuring all policy and procedures are being followed
  • Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force
  • Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.

Correctional Sergeant

Florida Department Of Corrections
Miami
04.2022 - 03.2024
  • Supervises male inmates commensurate with the level of risk they present. Manages inmate housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards. Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures. Conducts accurate head counts, maintains custody and control over inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter and escorts inmates within the secured perimeter. Inventories personal property of inmates and issues receipts.



    Performs crisis intervention functions to include, but not limited to, subduing or restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, and preventing escapes, using approved deadly or non-deadly force, restraints or other approved methods. Required to wear body armor and use weapons. monitoring inmates meal time. Maintains facility security. This includes performing searches of inmates and other persons. This includes the visual inspection of body cavities and possible exposure to body fluids. Responsible for checking inmate mail and/or packages for contraband. Observes inmate behavior to identify inmates exhibiting mental or emotional disorders. Uses counseling techniques or referral action, as outlined in written policies or guidelines. Conducts inspections and visual and audio surveillance of persons, property, vehicles, building and outdoor areas. Physically checks doors, windows, gates, barred sections, fences and other areas to ensure proper security. Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents to include but not limited to, CPR, first aid, apprehension of escaping or escaped inmates, implementation of evacuation procedures, provides security of inmates and/or areas in accordance with the emergency situation. Responding to emergency



    Directs Correctional Officers in supervising inmates in housing units and those segregated for administrative or punitive measures. Directs Correctional Officers in checking inmate mail for possible contraband, and in supervising inmates working on work details both inside and outside the fenced perimeter. Directs Correctional Officers in maintaining master inmate location counts and directs the entire operation of the Control Room or the Main Gate. Ensures that all transportation permits are completed accurately and signed by the appropriate authority. Directs Officers in preparing reports such as special progress, minor work, disciplinary and/or incident reports.



    Attends mandatory and other training as required.

    Supervises male inmates commensurate with the level of risk they present. Manages inmate housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards. Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures. Conducts accurate head counts, maintains custody and control over inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter and escorts inmates within the secured perimeter. Inventories personal property of inmates and issues receipts.
    2021: Rapid Response Team
    Riot Control, Deployed to other Institutions to control contraband ,Mass Searches ,undergoing special training for riot control and on call 24/7 for emergencies
    Training new officers on policy and procedure ,also how to conduct themselves as new officers around offenders. conducting security checks making sure no inmate is harming or escaping
    Special Housing Sergeant conducting rounds every 30 mins , with inmates who cant be in general population for discipline or administrative reasons , controlled feeding and giving them phone calls and recreation when instructed to do so. Passing out mail to offenders and answering any questions according to policy and procedure. Maintiang order in the housing unit
    Compound Sergeant: In charge of every dorm plus maintaining order of inmates , escorting inmates from housing units to chow hall or oic office , escorting inmates outside the secure gates verifying the correct inmate leaving . training officers and also assisting officers who need guidance or help , conducting numerous of counts with accuracy. supervising over a 1000 inmates with good order, giving clear directions to inmates on what and what they are not allowed to do
    Rear Gate sergeant: Veryfing workers who works at outside insitution grounds, veryfing all employees who enter through the gate , searching inmates and employees who come through the gate and inspect any tools or equipment that they may bring.
    searching may vehicles that come on the compound such as food delivers, maintenance trucks , outside contractors or even laundry carts to make sure no contraband is leaving or coming isnide and no inmates escaping


    Performs crisis intervention functions to include, but not limited to, subduing or restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, and preventing escapes, using approved deadly or non-deadly force, restraints or other approved methods. Required to wear body armor and use weapons.

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
Miami
03.2020 - 03.2024
  • Care, Custody, and Control of inmates
    Supervise inmates.
    Observe traffic in and around the compound.
    Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic.
    Make periodic patrols of quarters and work areas.
    Maintain proper security of inmates being transported.
    Maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment.
    Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment and emergency measures.
    Maintain a record of equipment, supplies and other items.
    Check inmate mail for possible contraband.
    2021: Rapid Response Team
    Riot Control, Deployed to other Institutions to control contraband ,Mass Searches ,undergoing special training for riot control and on call 24/7 for emergencies
    Supervising Inmates at outside hospitals providing safety for public and institution
    Perimeter Patrol observing inmate movement on the compound from outside ,maintaining security around the prison
    ensuring inmates remain in custody, inspecting mail for contraband
    prepares incident reports and other documentation
    enforcing rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate conduct, and inmate accountability
    conducts accurate headcounts, inventories inmates personal property and issues receipts.
    break up physical confrontations and protect inmates and fellow officers from harm
    contributes to the maintenance of institution security, manages inmate holding areas
    provides emergency assistance as needed , including but not limited to cpr, first aid, escape of inmates , and evacuation procedures
    transports and escorts inmates within secured areas according to relevant laws, policies, and procedures

Deli Clerk

Publix Supermarket
Miami
09.2015 - 03.2020
  • Maintaining the cleanliness of the deli area
    Preparing food items for customers
    Maintaining displays
    Ensuring that customers are satisfied
    Responding to customer queries, making product recommendations and providing samples
    Helping customers locate, choose and buy products
    Weighing, labeling, packaging and making products ready for billing and delivery
    Stocking and organizing displays and showcases
    Cleaning the work areas and maintaining tools and equipment

  • Documented and entered special orders for event catering and party trays.
  • Assisted customers with selecting products from the deli case or menu board.
  • Operated slicers and other equipment according to company guidelines to minimize accidents or injuries.
  • Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the store operations during peak hours of business activity.
  • Stocked shelves with fresh items daily.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with customers and coworkers.
  • Directed patrons to restrooms and other amenities within facility.
  • Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.

Package Handler

United Parcel Service, UPS
Miami
05.2015 - 05.2015
  • Loading And Unloading Trucks
    Lifting, Sliding, Moving packages Up to 70lbs

  • Followed company policies and procedures for secure package handling.
  • Worked flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet business needs.

Stocker

Abercrombie & Fitch
Miami
05.2015 - 05.2015

stocking and restocking shelves

Work Study Student

Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Work Study Student assisting in the recycle center and also running errands for professors checking mailbox and doing things on the computer
  • Operated photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines and personal computers.
  • Assisted department with special projects and tasks to meet deadlines.
  • Collaborated closely with supervisors on initiatives designed to improve efficiency within the department .

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
05-2018

Some College (No Degree) - Computer And Information Systems

Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS

Skills

  • Inmate supervision
  • Emergency response
  • Crisis intervention
  • Contraband search
  • Report writing
  • Team leadership
  • Public relations
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Security protocols
  • Behavioral observation
  • Team bonding
  • Search and seizure
  • Customer service
  • Problem solving
  • Product knowledge
  • Coordination
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Senior Officer Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
03.2024 - Current

Correctional Sergeant

Florida Department Of Corrections
04.2022 - 03.2024

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
03.2020 - 03.2024

Deli Clerk

Publix Supermarket
09.2015 - 03.2020

Package Handler

United Parcel Service, UPS
05.2015 - 05.2015

Stocker

Abercrombie & Fitch
05.2015 - 05.2015

Work Study Student

Mississippi Valley State University
08.2014 - 05.2015

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Miami Dade College

Some College (No Degree) - Computer And Information Systems

Mississippi Valley State University
Omar Williams