Experienced Correctional Officer skilled in emergency response, security enforcement, and effective communication. Proven ability to manage crises and train new officers, ensuring a safe environment for both inmates and staff.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Depatment of Public Safety and Correctional servic
Baltimore, Maryland
04.2006 - Current
Monitored inmate behavior and ensured compliance with facility rules.
Conducted regular inspections of living areas and secured facilities.
Responded to emergencies and coordinated safety protocols effectively.
Facilitated communication between inmates and staff to resolve conflicts.
Maintained accurate records of incidents, movements, and disciplinary actions.
Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and safety measures.
Collaborated with mental health professionals to address inmate needs.
Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
Provided first response medical care in emergency situations until professional medical staff could take over.
Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
Cashier
Popeyes Chicken
Baltimore, Maryland
05.2003 - 06.2004
Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at a busy fast-food restaurant.
Handled cash and credit payments using point-of-sale systems without errors.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Resolved customer complaints promptly to ensure positive dining experiences.
Maintained knowledge of menu items to answer customer queries effectively.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
Executed various tasks to support team operations during busy shifts.
Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
Education
Certificate -
Maryland Police And Correctional Training Academy
Sykesville, MD
04-2006
Certification - Medical Assistant
Allstate Career Center
Baltimore, MD
03-2005
High School Diploma -
Northern High School
Baltimore, MD
06-2002
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Baltimore Community College
Baltimore, MD
Skills
Security enforcement
Officer training
Emergency response
Crisis management
Incident prevention
First aid certification
Radio communication
Record keeping
Records management
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Ethical conduct
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Depatment of Public Safety and Correctional servic