Stephen Dykstra
Merrillan,WI
Summary
Observant Correctional Officer with over 31 years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individuals. In-depth knowledge of use and care of firearms and restraint methods.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Jackson Correctional Institution
Black River Falls, WI
02.1996 - 01.2017
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- 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.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- 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.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of [Type] facility.
- Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
- Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
Correctional Officer
Waupun Correctional Institution
Waupun, WI
03.1985 - 02.1996
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- 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.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- 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.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of [Type] facility.
- Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
- Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
- Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
Education
High School Diploma -
Randolph High School
Randolph, WI05-1982
Skills
- Surveillance
- Records Management
- Non-Violent Intervention
- Facility Security
- Prisoner Transport
- Trained in Defensive Tactics
- Ethical Standards of Conduct
- First Aid Training
- Armory and Key Control
- Inmate Supervision
- Weapons Training
- Observation
- Safety
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Suicide Prevention
- Radio Communication
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Restraint Techniques
- Firearms Proficiency
- Policy Enforcement
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Jackson Correctional Institution
02.1996 - 01.2017
Correctional Officer
Waupun Correctional Institution
03.1985 - 02.1996
High School Diploma -
Randolph High School
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