Seeking a United States Postal Inspection Service position where my specialized law enforcement experience, language skills, and technical skills can be utilized, in conjunction with educational background to be an asset in the field of Criminal Justice.
Work History
Recreational Officer Specialist (40 HRS PER WEEK)
3 Years 3 Months
Federal Bureau of Prisons | 08.2023 - Current
Coordinated basketball tournaments and officiated team sporting events according to league standards, drawing up tournament rosters and scheduling recreational activities.
Coordinated basketball tournaments and officiated team sporting events according to league standards, ensuring timely execution of recreational activities and accurate tournament rosters.
I have assisted in the operation and organization of unrelated wellness/fitness/leisure programs.
Assisted in organizing wellness, fitness, and leisure programs, contributing to a comprehensive recreational experience for participants.
I have effectively managed multiple programs by training a number of participants to assist in various tasks.
Managed multiple programs by training participants, enhancing program delivery and participant engagement.
I have worked with inmates effectively of different backgrounds, race, religions, sexes, cultures, and behavioral patterns.
Adjusted priorities according to program needs.
I have utilized an existing database to complete/track assignments.
I also prepared internal memorandums and provided program participation information to my supervisor for report reference.
I demonstrate exceptional knowledge of BOP regulations and security requirements of the institution by working in all essential/critical working posts to include but not limited to:
As Housing Unit Officer, maintained and documented various programs within the unit, including feeding, recreation, sanitation, personal hygiene, and medical care. Conducted periodic patrols of quarters and work areas, initiated inmate counts, and enforced control and discipline using physical restraint and restraining devices.
As the Front Lobby Officer, I check inmate visitors for possible contraband; maintain a periodic patrol inside the institution to ensure the security and integrity of the institution. Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic; observe traffic in and around the front lobby area to prevent the introduction of contraband into the institution.
As Visitation Officer, monitored prisoners through visual, audio, and video surveillance, identifying unusual activity to ensure safety of prisoners, staff, and the public. Responded to changes in prisoner behavior, addressing potential issues to prevent disturbances.
As the Special Housing Unit Officer, I supervise inmates who are segregated into separate quarters for administrative or punitive measures. Instruct inmates about how to properly clean and maintain their living units so that an acceptable standard of sanitation is upheld. Assign new clothing and other personal affects to the inmates. Maintain control using discipline or physical restraint should a situation arise.
Quarantine/Special Housing Unit Overflow, I adhere to the COVID guidelines that the CDC implemented to ensure the proper wearing and removing of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), hand hygiene, gloves, eye protection, wearing surgical mask when interacting with inmates. I follow the feeding and pick up procedures, laundry pick up, and conducting showers for quarantine and Shu inmates. I complete 292 forms for each Shu inmates. I conduct 30-minute irregular rounds, no more than 40 minutes apart.
As the Tower Officer, I maintain a record of equipment, supplies and other items; maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods, equipment and emergency measures; maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment; instruct inmates in the proper care and use of institutional equipment should a situation arise.
As the Compound Officer, I instruct inmates and maintain control in areas such as the inmate food service area, inside recreation, recreation yard etc. Observed for signs of disorder or tension and report such observations to a higher authority; counseled with inmates regarding institutional, domestic or emotional adjustment problems.
As the Control Center Officer, I monitor all communication, notify staff of an emergency situation, coordinate the movement, ensure all paperwork is completed and accurate such as the thirty-day report, count procedures and slips, and control equipment.
Responded to emergency and institution disturbances, participated in fog and escape patrols, and assumed correctional officer posts. In emergency situations, took prompt and decisive action to determine the nature and cause of the emergency, sound the necessary alarms, and took action to prevent loss of life and minimize destruction of property.
Completed specialized training in firearms proficiency, self-defense, and emergency medical management, enhancing skills in safety management and interpersonal communication.
Profound knowledge of Bureau policy and the general functions of all the departments as they relate to security and correctional services. Continuously maintain ability to make sound and instantaneous decisions affecting the well-being of myself, those around me and, also inmates under my care, custody and control.
Counsel inmates daily to deter disturbances/aggravated and aggressive inmate behavior when displaying signs of imminent violence without resorting to force.
I properly train newly hired officers and I received an overall Outstanding on my most recent evaluations.
Maintained a written record of daily operations and details of all incidents and unusual occurrences; consistently making recommendations of any vulnerabilities in institution security though departmental memo's and/or inter agency e-mail.
Demonstrated reliability by consistently meeting deadlines and supporting team objectives.
Senior Officer Specialist (This is a federal job)
Correctional Officer
4 Years 10 Months
D. Ray James Correctional Facility | 10.2010 - 08.2015
Activated the institution, enforced policy, procedure and sanitation regulations for the arrival of new inmates.
As the Compound Officer I coordinated controlled movement of inmates on the compound.
Monitored inmates and recognized individuals posing risks to institutional safety and security.
Conducted regular rounds and supervised inmates to ensure sanitation compliance with established policies and procedures.
As the Mobile Patrol I monitored the outer perimeter to prevent inmate escape by reporting any discrepancies in the inner and outer perimeter.
As the Front Lobby Officer, I granted and restricted access to the institution by monitoring the walk-through metal detector, handheld metal detector, and pat searches. I am trained on the ION scanner which detects illegal drugs.
I worked with the Special Investigate Services in gathering intelligence and defusing altercations between inmates.
As a Field Training Officer, I have trained newly hired officers.
Supervised segregated inmates in special housing unit, instructed on sanitation standards, assigned personal effects, and maintained control through discipline and physical restraint when necessary.
Supervisor: Captain Sedric James (912) 242-3457
Correspondence Evaluator
4 Years 2 Months
First Coast Service Options | 06.2004 - 08.2008
Sorted and categorized mail and packages by department for efficient distribution.
Prepared documents and other items for shipping.
Rerouted mishandled mail in accordance with company policy
Recorded arrival of mail.
Recorded mail volume, package weights, and shipping costs to ensure accurate tracking.
Maintained inventory of mailroom supplies.
Eliminated junk mail to maintain efficient mail processing.
Supervisor: Laodetha Mobley (904) 322-0337
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bethune-Cookman University | Daytona Beach, Florida | 12.2010
- Correctional Techniques Phase I
Coleman, FL
- Correctional Techniques Phase II
Glynco, GA
High School Diploma
Jean Ribault Senior High | Jacksonville, Florida | 01.2004
Field Training Officer (2013-2015), Officer of the Month (December 2014), American Heart Association: First Aid CPR AED, Quality Step Increase (QSI), Special Act Award, Time Off Award
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