Rick Bauthues
Everett, WA,WA
Summary
Assertive correctional officer with several years of experience enforcing rules to keep order within jails and prisons. Calm and dependable individual trained in defensive tactics and conflict resolution. Polished in monitoring inmate behavior and conduct to prevent crime and escapes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Defensive Tactics Instructor
Washington State Department of Corrections
Monroe, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction on self-defense techniques, including punches, kicks, and blocks.
- Educated students on the legal implications of using self-defense in certain situations.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions to ensure everyone was following instructions properly.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique for students to follow.
- Informed students about the importance of physical fitness for self-defense purposes.
- Discussed various strategies that can be used in different types of confrontations or attacks.
Corrections Officer
Washington State Department of Corrections
Monroe, WA
10.2015 - Current
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Correctional Sergeant
Washington State Department of Corrections
Monroe, WA
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Reviewed incident reports and other documentation submitted by subordinates.
- Maintained records related to inmate movements, disciplinary actions taken against inmates, grievances filed by prisoners and other relevant data.
- Prepared written evaluations of subordinate officers' performance on a periodic basis.
- Assisted in training new correctional officers on proper security protocols and procedures.
- Supervised subordinate officers in their daily duties.
- Investigated allegations of misconduct by inmates and staff members.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Took lead over emergencies using the Incident Command System
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
Corrections Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
Kingman, AZ
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Initiated disciplinary action when necessary, following established procedures for documenting violations and infractions.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingman High School
Kingman, AZ06-2008
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Situational Awareness
- Inmate Supervision
- Defensive Tactics
- Control Tactics
- Crowd Control
- Emergency Response
- Rule Enforcement
- Restraint Techniques
Accomplishments
- Received letter from Captain for saving inmates life with Heimlich Maneuver
- Earned a leadership role as Correctional Sergeant
- Control/Defensive Tactics Instructor
Certification
- WRAP Certified
- Control Tactics/ Defensive Tactics Certified
- CPR/First Aid Certified
Timeline
Defensive Tactics Instructor
Washington State Department of Corrections
09.2023 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
Washington State Department of Corrections
04.2019 - 02.2020
Corrections Officer
Washington State Department of Corrections
10.2015 - Current
Corrections Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
03.2010 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
Kingman High School
- WRAP Certified
- Control Tactics/ Defensive Tactics Certified
- CPR/First Aid Certified
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