Corrections Sergeant
Florida Department Of Corrections
Tallahassee, Florida
08.2015 - 06.2023
- Supervised daily operations within correctional facility to ensure safety and security.
- Managed staff schedules and assignments to maintain efficient workflow and coverage.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
- Trained new personnel on policies, procedures, and emergency response protocols.
- Coordinated inmate activities to promote rehabilitation and reduce conflict incidents.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies during high-stress situations among inmates.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior and incident reports for review.
- Conducted investigations into inmate complaints and allegations of misconduct.
- Facilitated communication between various divisions within the department concerning operational changes or updates.
- Supervised and provided direction to subordinate officers in the performance of their duties.
- Conducted regular searches of cells, common areas, visitors, mail. to detect contraband items.
- Participated in disciplinary hearings for inmates as necessary.
- Assessed potential risks posed by inmates and took appropriate action when necessary.
- Organized daily work schedules for subordinate personnel based on needs assessment analysis results.
- Provided guidance and advice to subordinate personnel on a variety of issues relating to their job responsibilities.
- Prepared comprehensive reports documenting all aspects of assigned investigations.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy and completeness.
- Enforced security regulations, policies, and procedures within the facility.
- Developed and implemented effective training programs for new staff members.
- Maintained records of all incidents involving inmates or personnel in the facility.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
- Settled disputes between inmates.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.