SHAMONA POWELL
HOUSTON
Summary
Resourceful and dedicated with motivational leadership, training and employee supervision experience. Dedicated and passionate with proven track record successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods.
Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security in correctional environments. Skilled in conflict resolution, crisis management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Valued for teamwork and reliability, adaptable to changing demands, and focused on achieving results. Effective communicator with solid understanding of surveillance systems and inmate management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Corecivic Inc.
Houston, TX
01.2019 - Current
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with regulations and safety procedures.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring safety and compliance with facility regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain safety standards throughout the detention center.
- Enhanced officer safety with introduction of new protective gear and safety protocols.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Houston, TX
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Cashier
Walmart
Houston, TX
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jack Yates High School
Houston, TX06.2016
Skills
- Patience and Tolerance
- Behavioral observation
- Emergency Response
- Physical restraint
- Security procedures
- Inmate supervision
- Inmate transport
- Safety and security
- Equipment operation
- Cell inspections
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Detention Officer
Corecivic Inc.
01.2019 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2017 - 10.2018
Cashier
Walmart
08.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Jack Yates High School