Correctional Officer
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
04.2022 - 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.
- 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.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to ensure smooth transfer of inmates.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.