Sandra Reiss
Rockwell City,IA
Summary
Observant correctional officer with several 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
2011
2011
years of professional experience
1971
1971
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Correctional Officer
State of Iowa NCCF
Rockwell City, Iowa
01.1996 - 05.2010
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain order and safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmate living areas for contraband.
- Monitored inmate behavior and responded to incidents as needed.
- Assisted in the transportation of inmates to court and medical appointments.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in detailed reports.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure effective communication during shifts.
- Trained new staff on protocols, safety measures, and emergency procedures.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among inmates to promote a peaceful environment.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
Corrections Sergeant
State of SD
Pierre, South Dakota
- Supervised daily operations of correctional facility staff and inmates.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain order and safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of buildings and grounds for security compliance.
Education
Crestland
Early, IaIowa Correctional Academy
Skills
- Policy enforcement
- Incident reporting
- Security inspections
- Conflict resolution
Dept of Corrections FDCF Fort Dodge Iowa
Corrections Sergeant overseeing three officers in the lock-up facility of the prison. Assisted with moving inmates from cells to showers and rec areas.
Timeline
Correctional Officer
State of Iowa NCCF
01.1996 - 05.2010
Corrections Sergeant
State of SD
Crestland
Iowa Correctional Academy