Sha' Kari Underwood
Lake City,FL
Summary
Dependable Certified Correctional Officer with extensive experience monitoring housing units, controlling inmate movement, and conducting security inspections. Skilled in access control, incident reporting, and conflict resolution. Strong focus on safety, compliance, and respectful communication in high-security settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Correctional Officer
Suwannee Correctional Institution
Live Oak, Florida
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored inmate housing units at Suwannee Correctional Institution for safety and order.
- Conducted security checks and contraband inspections to maintain safety across correctional facility areas.
- Enforced rules and policies to ensure compliance and safety during daily operations.
- Supervised inmate movement, counts, and controlled access within secured areas.
- Escorted inmates to meals, recreation, medical visits, and scheduled programs.
- Maintained professional demeanor while interacting with personnel and visitors, fostering a respectful environment.
School Bus Driver
Columbia County School Board
Lake City, Florida
08.2020 - 08.2025
- Operated school buses on Columbia County School Board student transportation routes, ensuring timely and safe arrival for students.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections before every run.
- Followed traffic laws and district safety procedures during daily driving.
- Assisted students with safe boarding, seating, and exiting bus.
- Maintained discipline while fostering a calm environment on bus routes to promote student safety and comfort.
- Followed DOT rules and regulations alongside local laws to uphold safety standards throughout all transportation activities.
Certified Correctional Officer
Suwannee Correctional Institution
Live Oak, Florida
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Monitored inmate housing units at Suwannee Correctional Institution to ensure safety and maintain order.
- Conducted security checks and inspections for contraband throughout facility to uphold security protocols.
- Supervised inmate movement, counts, and controlled access within secured areas.
- Escorted inmates to meals, recreation, medical visits, and scheduled programs to facilitate structured daily activities.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines when dealing with sensitive information related to individual inmates' cases or records.
OPS-Food Service worker
Suwannee Correctional Institution
Live Oak, Florida
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted correctional staff in daily kitchen operations and meal distribution to maintain service efficiency.
- Adhered to sanitation, safety, and security protocols during food service to ensure compliance and safety.
- Coordinated meal timing to ensure prompt food service delivery.
Correctional Officer Trainee
Suwannee Correctional Institution
Live Oak, Florida
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Monitored inmate movement within Suwannee Correctional Institution housing and work areas.
- Conducted security counts and perimeter checks across correctional posts.
- Searched inmates, cells, and property for contraband.
- Escorted inmates to meals, recreation, medical, and court appointments.
- Enforced rules and regulations within the correctional facility, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws.
Education
GED -
Columbia County Adult Education
Lake City, FL06-2009
Skills
- Inmate monitoring
- Contraband screening
- Security counts
- Access control
- Policy enforcement
- Safety protocols
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Situational awareness
- Dispute management
- Professional interaction
Certification
- CDL- Class B
Timeline
Certified Correctional Officer
Suwannee Correctional Institution
08.2025 - Current
School Bus Driver
Columbia County School Board
08.2020 - 08.2025
Certified Correctional Officer
Suwannee Correctional Institution
01.2019 - 08.2020
OPS-Food Service worker
Suwannee Correctional Institution
06.2018 - 01.2020
Correctional Officer Trainee
Suwannee Correctional Institution
01.2018 - 06.2018
GED -
Columbia County Adult Education