Ryan Burns
Meridian
Summary
Former Marine and dedicated husband, father with a strong background in inmate supervision and security measures. Proven track record in mentoring staff, implementing conflict resolution strategies, and conducting behavioral assessments to ensure compliance and safety within correctional environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Specialist Supervisor
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
03.2024 - 02.2026
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulations.
- Conducted regular assessments of inmate progress, documenting findings for review by correctional staff.
- Implemented security measures during inmate transportation to prevent incidents and maintain safety protocols.
- Mentored junior correctional staff, offering guidance on best practices in managing difficult inmate behaviors and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Enhanced prison security by conducting thorough risk assessments and monitoring inmate behavior.
- Implemented vocational training programs that equipped offenders with marketable employment skills upon their release.
- Contributed to staff training initiatives by sharing best practices in correctional care and custody management techniques.
- Supervised 9 Correctional Specialist
- Conducted yearly evaluations for Correctional Specialists.
- Conducted promotional interviews for promotional opportunities on a 3 person panel interview.
- Promoted a culture of respect and dignity within the facility through consistent enforcement of rules and fair treatment for all inmates.
- Weekly ordering for the facility kitchen to have enough food to feed all inmates each day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Monitored feeding procedures to ensure quality food and proper portioning was correctly followed.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Correctional Specialist
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Monitored inmate activities to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of living areas and security equipment for maintenance and operational integrity.
- Responded promptly to incidents, de-escalating situations while coordinating with emergency response teams.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior and incident reports in compliance with departmental protocols.
- Assisted in training new officers on facility procedures, safety protocols, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Actively on the floor working with inmate workers to prepare meals for the entire 2100 bed facility. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared in the kitchen each day.
- Conducting interviews and hiring of inmate workers for the kitchen operation.
- Assisted in the training and development of the inmate workers kitchen apprenticeship program.
- Random security checks at frequent intervals to ensure that Idaho Food code, statues and policies were being followed for food safety.
Correctional Corporal
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Supervised inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and maintained security protocols within the correctional environment.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and emergency response protocols.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate potentially volatile situations among inmates.
- Monitored inmate behavior and reported incidents to maintain safety and order within the facility.
- Led shift briefings to communicate updates, policies, and security concerns effectively to team members.
- Participated in disciplinary hearings as needed, presenting relevant evidence concerning inmate misconduct or policy violations.
- Collaborated with fellow correctional officers to establish a cohesive team, ensuring effective communication and consistent adherence to policies.
- Trained new correctional officers in proper restraint techniques, reducing the risk of injury to both staff and inmates during physical altercations.
- Supported ongoing professional development for self and colleagues by participating in relevant training opportunities and staying current on industry best practices.
Correctional Officer
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
06.2014 - 03.2021
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop rehabilitation programs tailored to inmate needs.
- Implemented improvements in safety procedures that enhanced overall security measures within the facility.
- Evaluated operational workflows, identifying areas for increased efficiency and reduced risk during daily operations.
- 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.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- 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.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
Sergeant Of Marines
United States Marine Corps Reserve
Boise, ID
07.2008 - 07.2015
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Operated M1A1 Abrams tank during training exercises, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tank systems, identifying and resolving issues to enhance operational readiness.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute tactical maneuvers, improving team coordination and mission effectiveness.
- Trained junior crew members on equipment handling and operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Analyzed terrain and environmental conditions to inform strategic decisions during combat operations, enhancing situational awareness.
- Implemented improvements in communication protocols within the crew, leading to more effective teamwork during missions.
- Led debriefing sessions post-exercises to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement in tactics and strategies.
- Developed training materials for crew proficiency assessments, ensuring comprehensive understanding of equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountian View High School
MeridianNo Degree -
Idaho Peace Officers Standards And Training
Meridian, ID01-2014
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Emergency management
- Policy enforcement
- Behavioral assessment
- Inmate supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Safety and security enforcement
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- CCTV monitoring
- Trained in defensive tactics
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 9 staff members.
- Used First Aid, AED, and CPR successfully on five separate inmates who had stopped breathing and was able to save their life's.
- Team leader for response teams when called to respond to emergency situations.
- Collaborated with team of nine in the development of Project Stop kitchen theft. This was a collaboration on how to better reduce the amount of theft our kitchen was experiencing. We were able to identify some key flaws in our camera's and were able to send a proposal up for new camera locations with the camera update coming this year. Proposal was accepted by the administrative team and was put into the blueprints for the new camera layouts.
- Put out an electrical fire before it spread in the kitchen.
- Physically stopped countless fights between inmates.
Timeline
Correctional Specialist Supervisor
Idaho Department Of Corrections
03.2024 - 02.2026
Correctional Specialist
Idaho Department Of Corrections
09.2022 - 03.2024
Correctional Corporal
Idaho Department Of Corrections
03.2021 - 09.2022
Correctional Officer
Idaho Department Of Corrections
06.2014 - 03.2021
Sergeant Of Marines
United States Marine Corps Reserve
07.2008 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
Mountian View High School
No Degree -
Idaho Peace Officers Standards And Training