Russell Prazak
Boone,CO
Summary
Dutiful Correctional Officer with 10 years of experience supervising inmate interactions for safety and compliance. Brings moral code and crisis-management techniques to maintain productive environment for rehabilitation. Focuses on individual security within all interactions with inmates and staff. I also bring calm, confident presence to in-prison interactions. Safety-focused approach to managing inmate interactions and activity. Compassionate supervision over areas such as recreation, visiting, work and food consumption. Detail-oriented approach to handling adverse and stressful working conditions. Along with various management styles to supervise inmate activity. Persuasive leadership qualities generate respect and compliance from problematic residents. Detailed supervision during day-to-day prisoner interactions. I was also an observant Correctional Officer with again over 10 years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individuals. In-depth knowledge of use and care of firearms and restraint methods.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Crowley County Correctional Facility
Ordway, CO
05.2023 - Current
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Coordinated activities with inmates to stimulate learning and skill development for life after incarceration.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
Treatment Supervisor
Abraxis (southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center
Cañon City, CO
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Inspected posts and met with subordinates to outline tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed security staff schedules for shifts, minimizing overtime costs.
- Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
- Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
- Hired, trained and managed staff of 16+ associates.
- Led and directed investigations of accidents, thefts and property loss on premises.
- Responded immediately to security threats, breaches and emergencies, following proper protocols.
- Monitored and authorized employee and guest access to guard against theft.
- Worked closely with local law enforcement to coordinate security operations and investigations.
- Developed and implemented training procedures for newly hired personnel.
- Implemented new security protocols to prohibit trespassing and increase safety.
- Periodically reviewed existing policies and procedures and made recommendations to improve security.
- Held routine and surprise drills to keep help security team members practice response plans.
- Interviewed and hired security personnel with strong skill sets and expertise.
Correctional Officer
Colorado Dept. Of Corrections
Cañon City, CO
07.1998 - 01.2005
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Coordinated activities with inmates to stimulate learning and skill development for life after incarceration.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Livingston, TX
01.1991 - 01.1998
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Magnolia High School
Magnolia, TX05.1987
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TXSkills
- Occupational Hazards and Safety Precautions
- Non-Violent Intervention
- Courtroom Practices Familiarity
- Evidence Preservation
- Strategic Planning and Organization
- Trained in Defensive Tactics
- Visitation Guidelines Understanding
- Restraint Techniques
- Crisis Management
- Armory and Key Control
- Excellent Problem Solver
- Ethical Standards of Conduct
- Contraband Searching
- Head Counts
- Control Room Maintenance
- Firearms Training
- Inmate Transport
- Incident Reporting
- Emergency Response
- Facility Inspections
- Inmate Supervision
- Security Checks
- Recreational Activities
- [Equipment] Maintenance
- CCTV Monitoring
- Product Knowledge
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Crowley County Correctional Facility
05.2023 - Current
Treatment Supervisor
Abraxis (southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center
01.2007 - 01.2010
Correctional Officer
Colorado Dept. Of Corrections
07.1998 - 01.2005
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
01.1991 - 01.1998
High School Diploma -
Magnolia High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
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