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Steven Curtis

Trinity

Summary

Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, adept at conflict resolution and contraband seizure. Proven ability to enhance inmate safety through vigilant monitoring and effective emergency response. Skilled in de-escalation techniques, ensuring a secure environment for staff and inmates alike.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
09.2003 - 08.2024
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Norman High School
Norman, OK
05-1986

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Emergency response
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Inmate supervision
  • Inmate monitoring
  • Self-defense tactics
  • Surveillance
  • Contraband seizure
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Security procedures
  • Trained in defensive tactics

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
09.2003 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Norman High School
Steven Curtis