Richard Reed
Muskegon
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the State of Michigan Department of Corrections, adept at conflict resolution and emergency response. Successfully enhanced facility safety through vigilant inmate supervision and thorough inspections, significantly reducing contraband incidents. Proven ability to de-escalate hostile situations while maintaining order and enforcing policies effectively.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
07.2002 - 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.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- 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.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, ILNo Degree - Natural Resources Management
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MIHigh School Diploma -
Fremont High School
Fremont, MI05-1992
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Safety
Timeline
Correctional Officer
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
07.2002 - Current
No Degree - General Studies
Trinity Christian College
No Degree - Natural Resources Management
Grand Valley State University
High School Diploma -
Fremont High School
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