Scott Thrift
Cross City,FL
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Sergeant with extensive experience at Cross City Correctional Institution, adept in conflict management and emergency response. Excelled in supervising inmate movement and ensuring security, demonstrating proficiency in rule enforcement and de-escalation techniques. Achieved significant improvements in institutional safety and efficiency, showcasing strong leadership and problem-solving skills. over the years with the department I strive to stop the illicit contraband that's being introducted into the facility. I've aided canine intervention captain's on several ops and learning from them.
- CIT (Crisis Intervention Techniques) 2016- Present
- DART( Designated armed response team) 2016- Present
- RRT(Rapid Response Team) 2017- Present
- Smith & Wesson m&p 1.0 9mm armor class
- Advanced defensive tactics
- The medal of Commendation 2022
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
Cross City Correctional Institution
06.2018 - Current
- Oversaw Inmate population movement, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Supervised 2 employees and performance of tasks and managed 226 offenders.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents to include but not limited to, CPR, first aid, apprehension of escaping or escaped inmates, implementation of evacuation procedures, provides security of inmates and/or areas in accordance with the emergency situation.
Correctional Officer
Cross City Correctional Institution
09.2014 - 06.2018
- Completed paperwork and searches.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports and Logs
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dixie County High School
Cross City, FL05.2010
Skills
- Rule Enforcement
- Conflict Management
- Inmate movement control
- Work Planning
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Inspections
- Inmate Transport
- Security Procedures
- Restraint Techniques
- Body Searches
- Emergency Response
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
Cross City Correctional Institution
06.2018 - Current
Correctional Officer
Cross City Correctional Institution
09.2014 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Dixie County High School
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