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Vincent Stafford

Covington,GA

Summary

Military Veteran with 25 years of Law Enforcement experience meeting company needs consistently while maintaining organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Sergeant

Miami Correctional Facility
Miami, FL
07.1997 - 09.2009
  • Ensured compliance with departmental policies, regulations and procedures.
  • Supervised subordinate officers in their daily duties.
  • Reviewed incident reports and other documentation submitted by subordinates.
  • Developed strategies to reduce incidents of violence or inappropriate behavior within the facility.
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior management to discuss operational needs and objectives.
  • Prepared written evaluations of subordinate officers' performance on a periodic basis.
  • Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
  • Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
  • Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.

Correctional Corporal

Miami Correctional Facility
Miami, FL
02.1991 - 07.1997
  • Documented all necessary information related to day-to-day operations for record keeping purposes.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations in a professional manner.
  • Trained new staff members on procedures for handling inmates safely and securely.
  • Ensured that all appropriate paperwork was completed accurately for each inmate's file.
  • Attended court proceedings representing the correctional facility when required.
  • Provided assistance to other law enforcement agencies when requested.
  • Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
  • Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
  • Oversaw assigned court trips for jailers, maintaining security of staff and public.

Correctional Officer

Miami Correctional Facility
Miami, FL
09.1984 - 02.1991
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.

Army Officer

United States Army
Wainwright, AK
11.1976 - 07.1984
  • Interpreted telephone work orders/ trouble shooting reports for official government telephones.
  • Assisted with the installation of key systems PBX,PBAX and tape recordings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Jackson Senior High School
Miami, FL
06-1976

Skills

  • Security Protocols
  • Staff Supervision
  • Administration
  • Counseling Techniques
  • Firearms Proficiency
  • Rules of Conduct
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Rule Enforcement
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Records Maintenance
  • Crisis Management
  • Conflict Management
  • Inmate Movement Control
  • Officer Training

Certification

  • Computer and Electronic Systems
  • Fire Arms
  • Defense Tactics
  • Supervisory and Professional Communications

Timeline

Correctional Sergeant

Miami Correctional Facility
07.1997 - 09.2009

Correctional Corporal

Miami Correctional Facility
02.1991 - 07.1997

Correctional Officer

Miami Correctional Facility
09.1984 - 02.1991

Army Officer

United States Army
11.1976 - 07.1984

High School Diploma -

Miami Jackson Senior High School

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