Samuel Allen
Lieutenant Department Of Corrections Retired
PA
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Lieutenant with extensive experience at the Pa Dept of Corrections, adept in incident investigation and conflict resolution. Proven track record in enhancing staff performance and maintaining safety through effective communication and strong leadership. Committed to fostering positive inmate relationships while enforcing security protocols and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Correctional Lieutenant
Pa Dept of Corrections
09.2000 - 04.2025
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observation and feedback sessions to support their professional development and maintain high levels of competence within the team.
- Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up actions were taken.
- Utilized strong conflict resolution skills to defuse tense situations among inmates or staff members, maintaining order within the facility.
- Maintained safety within the correctional facility through consistent monitoring and enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Reduced instances of misconduct by establishing positive relationships with inmates and addressing grievances in a timely manner.
- Conducted regular inspections of the physical facilities within the unit, identifying any maintenance or safety concerns that required immediate attention.
- Enhanced staff performance by providing ongoing training, guidance, and support to correctional officers under my supervision.
- Served as a role model for subordinate staff by consistently demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment within the correctional facility.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication among team members and adherence to protocol.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
Education
Associate of Science - Police Science
Rowan College At Gloucester County
Sewell, NJ06.1974
Skills
Mental health awareness
Self-defense techniques
Incident investigation
Physical fitness
Weapons handling
Inmate supervision
Defensive tactics
Weapons training
Security protocols
Employee coaching
Suicide prevention
Policy enforcement
Contraband control
Pod control
Safety-oriented
Firearms operations trained
Surveillance monitoring
Crowd control
Security procedures
Emergency response
Inmate transport
Restraint techniques
Rule enforcement
Inmate movement control
Firearms proficiency
Offender escort
Teamwork
Inmate monitoring
Problem-solving
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Team leadership
Multitasking
Excellent communication
Professional ethics
Time management abilities
Effective communication
Active listening
Attention to detail
Incident reporting
Problem-solving aptitude
Interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
All American College Wrestler
Masters World Champion in Judo
3X World medalist in Sambo
Certification
Teaching for teachers
Timeline
Teaching for teachers
11-2024
Handgun shotgun
11-2007
Inmate transport
09-2003
First Aide
01-2002
Restricted Housing Unit
12-2001
Correctional Lieutenant
Pa Dept of Corrections
09.2000 - 04.2025
Associate of Science - Police Science
Rowan College At Gloucester County