Peter Mahon
Horseheads,NY
Summary
Correctional officer with more than 20 years of experience with the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. Skilled in maintaining facility security, supervising inmates, responding to emergencies, and resolving conflicts through de-escalation. Experienced in preparing accurate reports, enforcing procedures, and training new officers.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS
Elmira, New York
10.2001 - Current
- Supervise inmates during visits, meals, recreation, phone calls, and other daily activities; monitor behavior and intervene promptly when conflicts arise.
- Conduct routine and emergency head counts, search inmates and cells, and inspect common areas to identify prohibited items and maintain facility security.
- Respond to high-risk situations with composure, using de-escalation and established emergency procedures to protect staff and inmates.
- Maintain accurate logs, incident reports, records, and activity journals; share relevant information during daily staff briefings.
- Assist with training new correctional officers on facility procedures, safety practices, and effective inmate supervision.
- Coordinate with fellow officers to address security concerns, assess inmate needs, and enforce facility rules and policies.
- Inspect incoming mail and property and administer inmate drug tests in accordance with facility procedures.
Education
Elmira Free Academy
Elmira, New YorkSkills
- Inmate supervision
- Facility security
- Contraband detection
- Crisis response
- Conflict de-escalation
- Policy enforcement
- Incident reporting
- Emergency head counts
- New officer training
- Contraband detection
Certification
- Correctional officer academy completion
- CPR, AED, and First Aid
- Firearms qualification
- Suicide prevention training
- Chemical agents certification
- Defensive tactics/restraint training
- Prisoner transport training
Timeline
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS
10.2001 - Current
Elmira Free Academy