Accomplished Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the State of Florida Department of Corrections, adept in crisis management and emergency response. Demonstrates exceptional skills in facility security and inmate monitoring, with a proven track record of enhancing safety protocols. Expert in de-escalation techniques and behavioral disorder management, ensuring a secure and controlled environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officers
State of Florida Department of Corrections
02.2003 - 02.2023
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Interlachen High School
Interlachen, FL
06.1986
Skills
Records Management
Emergency Response
Perimeter control
Contraband Seizure
Belongings inspection
Crisis Management
Inmate monitoring
Prisoner Transport
Incident prevention
Visitation oversight
Facility Security
De-Escalation Techniques
Firearm operations trained
First aid and CPR certified
Behavioral disorders familiarity
Radio communication
Patrol procedures
Policy Enforcement
Correctional facility procedures
Restraint Techniques
Crisis intervention training
Visitation guidelines understanding
Suicide Prevention
Mental health awareness
Observation
Search and seizure procedures
Self-defense tactics
Safety and security enforcement
Weapons training
Stress Tolerance
Security Procedures
Trained in defensive tactics
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
First Aid Training
Timeline
Correctional Officers
State of Florida Department of Corrections
02.2003 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Interlachen High School
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