Thomas Barnes

● Supervising inmates within a correctional facility.

●Maintaining order and security by enforcing rules. ●Conducting searches for contraband.

●Monitoring inmate activities, responding to emergencies.

● Ensuring the safety of both staff and inmates;

• Effectively managed high-stress situations while maintaining professionalism, demonstrating strong leadership skills under pressure.
• Maintained order within the facility by enforcing institutional rules and regulations consistently.
• Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
• Increased security measures by regularly inspecting all areas of the facility for potential hazards or risks.
• Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
• Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
• Conducted emergency response drills to prepare staff for various crises situations, minimizing potential harm to both staff and inmates.

• Demonstrated strong leadership skills while supervising correctional officers responsible for maintaining security, custody and order within the institution, assigned housing units or outside work details.
• Streamlined daily operations, managing staff schedules and ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
• Improved facility safety by conducting regular security checks and addressing potential risks promptly.
• Mentored new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices for maintaining safety and order within a challenging work environment.
• Served as an effective liaison between correctional facility staff, outside agencies, and the general public, maintaining positive relationships that facilitated information sharing and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
• Managed emergency situations effectively, implementing appropriate response measures to minimize risk and ensure the safety of all individuals involved.
• Oversaw the timely completion of administrative tasks such as report writing, incident documentation, and record-keeping processes.
• Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct or policy violations within the facility, ensuring accountability at all levels.
• Worked closely with mental health professionals to address the needs of inmates experiencing psychological distress, promoting a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
• Coordinated activities related to inmate intake/release processes, ensuring proper classification based on risk assessment factors determined by state guidelines.
• Enhanced staff performance by providing ongoing training and professional development opportunities for correctional officers.
• Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for successful coordination of inter-agency efforts to maintain public safety.
• Supervised 200 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1,000 offenders.
• Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
• Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
• Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.