Thomas Connor
Gordonsville,VA
Summary
Correctional Sergeant with an assertive and firm demeanor. Committed to maintaining ethical and moral standards while supervising and monitoring staff and offenders. Familiar with mental health and behavioral disorders. I am committed to the service and protection of our communities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
Virginia Department Of Corrections
Goochland, VA
06.2021 - Current
- Resolve issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Respond to emergency situations and provide assistance..
- Supervise dining hall, outdoor recreation area, inspect facility entry points.
- Inspect housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Inspect officers for uniform compliance, and ensure officers are enforcing the rules and regulations of the facility.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
Correctional Officer
Virginia Department Of Corrections
Troy, VA
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Operate state equipment.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Correctional Officer
Rappahannock Regional Jail
Stafford, VA
11.2015 - 12.2017
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
Stafford, VA06.2012
Skills
- Manage Schedules
- Train Employees
- Rules of Conduct
- Situational Awareness
- Adapt to any and all emergency situations
- Proficient in Controlled Force Defensive Tactics
- Proficient in the use of firearms
- Knowledgeable in First Aid/CPR
- Use of dialogue to deescalate situations
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
Virginia Department Of Corrections
06.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer
Virginia Department Of Corrections
12.2018 - 06.2021
Correctional Officer
Rappahannock Regional Jail
11.2015 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School