Paige Leigh May
Correctional Officer
Tonopah,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the Arizona Department of Corrections, skilled in crisis management and verbal de-escalation. Proven track record in maintaining safety and security, effectively managing inmate behavior, and implementing non-violent intervention techniques. Committed to ethical standards and fostering positive relationships within a challenging environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
Buckeye, AZ
05.2017 - Current
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts, and other dangerous activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Applied nonviolent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts, and inspected items for contraband.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details, and court hearings.
- Monitored inmate behavior and reported incidents to supervisors promptly.
- Facilitated communication between inmates and staff to resolve conflicts.
- Assisted in emergency response procedures during critical incidents.
- Visitation officer, sanitation officer, mail and property officer - Operations 2023 - Present.
- Recorded daily activities and incidents in detailed reports for documentation.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trevor Browne High School
Phoenix, AZ05.2010
Skills
- Trained in defensive tactics
- File and record maintenance
- Visitation guidelines understanding
- Behavioral disorders familiarity
- First aid and CPR certified
- Evidence preservation
- Excellent problem solver
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Equipment inventory
- Mentorship
- Safety
- Observation
- Accountability
- Policy enforcement
- Safety protocols
- Search procedures
- Emergency response
- Situational awareness
- Verbal de-escalation
- Decision making
- Active listening
- Search and seize procedures
- Visitation oversight
- Records management
- Contraband seizure
- First aid training
- Non-violent intervention
- Relationship building and management
- Radio communication
- Inmate supervision
- Report writing
- Crisis management
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Averted a potential riot by effectively handling a confrontational situation with other corrections team members.( Stiner incident 7/31/2020)
- Recognized as a Exceptional Advisor during C.O.T.A for outstanding performance and team contributions.
Certification
- Peer support specialist 2024
- Basic Leadership Academy 2024
- Programming certification 2024
- ACIJs Liaison Operator 2025
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
05.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Trevor Browne High School
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