Steven Foster
Saginaw
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at MDOC, skilled in conflict resolution and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance facility security through effective inmate supervision and policy enforcement. Committed to fostering positive inmate interactions while maintaining a safe environment, leveraging strong observational skills and first aid training to support rehabilitation efforts.
Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security within facilities. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and enforcing rules and regulations. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, with keen observational skills and strong sense of integrity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
MDOC
10.2020 - 11.2025
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted routine safety inspections of buildings and equipment.
- Assisted in emergency response drills to enhance team readiness.
- Documented incidents accurately in daily logs and reports.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain a secure environment for inmates.
- Facilitated inmate orientations on rules and procedures within the facility.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by promoting positive interactions among inmates.
- Engaged in ongoing training to improve conflict resolution skills.
Farm Hand
Parents Hobby Farm
01.2017 - 05.2025
- Operated farm machinery for planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Assisted in livestock management, ensuring proper care and feeding schedules.
- Maintained irrigation systems to optimize water usage across fields.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from infestations.
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Conducted daily health checks on animals, swiftly identifying and addressing any signs of illness to maintain herd health.
- Streamlined feeding processes, ensuring all animals received appropriate nutrition for optimal growth and health.
- Assisted in birth of livestock, enhancing farm's productivity and animal well-being with skilled support.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of [Type] stock, prioritizing health and wellness.
- Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using [Type] tools for optimal health of [Type] animals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newaygo High School
Newaygo, MI05-2020
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Contraband seizure
- Self-defense techniques
- Safety
- Security procedures
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Stress tolerance
- Relationship building and management
- Facility security
- CCTV monitoring
- Cultural sensitivity
- Physical fitness
- Behavioral disorders
- First aid and CPR certified
Timeline
Correctional Officer
MDOC
10.2020 - 11.2025
Farm Hand
Parents Hobby Farm
01.2017 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Newaygo High School