Patrick Cussen
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Safety-oriented Correctional Officer/Analyst with more than 8 years in maximum and medium security facilities. Extensively trained in leadership with accommodations and awards to back up my time in service. Experienced leader offering proven safety record, performance-oriented nature and strong history of accomplishment in correctional environments. Background training and mentoring team members to optimize performance and improve quality. Reliable, industrious and diplomatic in resolving concerns.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
07.2023 - Current
- Oversaw supply and tool inventory and replenished supplies, liaising with vendors to obtain cost-effective pricing.
- Managed inventory levels of tools, supplies, fertilizers, pesticides, ensuring adequate stock is available at all times.
- Organized and scheduled preventive maintenance for grounds keeping equipment, such as mowers, edgers, trimmers, and blowers.
- Lead 5+ soldiers in keeping quality custody and control of all inmates assigned to my work detail.
- Acted as a team leader for over 5 soldiers.
- Inspected grounds to identify areas needing improvement or repair and developed plans for corrective action.
- Provided training to new employees on proper use of equipment and safety regulations.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Performed regular inspections of outdoor spaces to identify potential hazards or damage from weather-related events.
Control Correctional NCO
United States Army
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Enforced discipline among inmates according to established rules and regulations.
- Addressed complaints from visitors concerning potential violations of prison policy or procedure.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
- Safely transported inmates to and from work sites, maintaining physical headcounts at all times.
- Facilitated communication between inmates, family members, attorneys and other external parties.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Conducted briefings and prepared reports on mission status, accomplishments and future plans.
American Corrections Association Assistant
United States Army
Camp Humphreys, South Korea
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Digitized 150+ folders using Adobe PDF to meet American Corrections Association standards for the yearly audit.
- Passed the FY2020 audit with a grade of 99%
- Trained members to develop skills, analysis and commitment toward mission.
- Equipped groups of people and inspired institutions to work toward achievement of commonly articulated goals through collective action.
Control Correctional Specialist
United States Army
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence inside the USDB.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
- Intervened in emergency situations to assess risk levels and provide direction on appropriate responses.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
Criminal Intelligence Analyst
United States Army
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Federally credentialed law enforcement analyst from the Drug Enforcement Agency
- Gathered and disseminated through 50 weekly reports to create intelligence bulletins for the entire United States Disciplinary Barracks and its affiliates
- Cultivated and retained valuable relationships with multiple local and federal agencies including: The Federal Investigations Bureau, Drug Enforcement Agency, Midwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, Federal Bureau of Prisons, and Army Criminal Investigations Command
- Created and maintained databases backlogging over ten years’ worth of facility reports
- Acted as lead junior analyst from June 2018 to present.
Battalion Command Group Assistant
United States Army
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
01.2018 - 05.2018
- In charge of ensuring the Battalion Commander, Command Sergeant Major and Executive Officer are at their destinations on time and in the correct place
- In charge of 3 different calendars making sure they are synched and briefed a week prior
- Daily operations with a no fail mission mentality.
Correctional Officer
United States Disciplinary Barracks
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Recognized by Military Police Corps Commanding General for outstanding service during the training mission, “Operation Griffin Watch” in Fort Bliss Texas, the largest Military Police training exercise in The Army
- In charge of guarding the general population inmates up to 400 which is key to the USDB's operational safety
- Obtained documents, clearances, certificates and approvals from local, state and federal agencies
- Maintained the custody and control of 30 inmates housed in maximum security unit
- Effectively conducted routine and emergency head counts
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches
- Searched the building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
Wait staff
Candlelight Dinner Playhouse
Johnstown, CO
10.2013 - 05.2016
- Head Busser from Dec 2014 to Mar 2015 in charge of 15 employees
- Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service
- Routinely supported other areas of the restaurant as requested, including answering telephones and completing financial transactions for other staff
- Set dining tables according to type of event and service standards
- Resolved guest complaints quickly and efficiently
- Trained and required to memorize entire fine dining and drink menu to efficiently and professionally serve patrons
- In charge of creating and serving new drink every 3 months as the drink menu evolved.
Education
Leadership
Basic Leaders Course
Fort Leonard Wood, MO02-2022
Associates - Associate of Liberal Arts with emphasis in Criminal Justice
Barton Community College
Fort Leavenworth, KS72 hour Federal Law Enforcement Analyst Training -
Drug Enforcement Agency
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Combat Life Saver School -
Urinalysis Specialist
Fort Leavenworth, KSSkills
- Job Planning
- Quality Control
- Staff Scheduling
- Safety Protocols
- Employee Performance Evaluation
- Stress Management
- Small Arms Proficiency
- Verbal Reports
- Crew Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Counseling Techniques
- Inventory Counting
- Staff Training
- Training Coordination
Clearance
Secret Clearance
Timeline
Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army
07.2023 - Current
Control Correctional NCO
United States Army
10.2021 - 07.2023
American Corrections Association Assistant
United States Army
10.2020 - 10.2021
Control Correctional Specialist
United States Army
08.2019 - 10.2020
Criminal Intelligence Analyst
United States Army
05.2018 - 08.2019
Battalion Command Group Assistant
United States Army
01.2018 - 05.2018
Correctional Officer
United States Disciplinary Barracks
10.2016 - 01.2018
Wait staff
Candlelight Dinner Playhouse
10.2013 - 05.2016
Leadership
Basic Leaders Course
Associates - Associate of Liberal Arts with emphasis in Criminal Justice
Barton Community College
72 hour Federal Law Enforcement Analyst Training -
Drug Enforcement Agency
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Combat Life Saver School -
Urinalysis Specialist
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