Thomas Walden
Johnston City,IL
Summary
Experienced professional in the correctional field, skilled in coordinating teams and administering supply budgets. Recognized for strong critical thinking and conflict de-escalation abilities, committed to fostering a safe and efficient environment.
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Supply Supervisor
Illinois Department Of Corrections
Vienna, IL
2011 - 06.2018
- Administered supply budgets and tracked all expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Conducted monthly audits & supervised inventory management of supplies to staff and inmates.
- Trained staff and inmates to ensure understanding of work policies and procedures.
- Reviewed and edited procedures to resolve complex issues effectively.
Avionics Specialist
United States Air Force
Kadena, Okinawa, Japan
01.1987 - 02.1990
- Top Secret Clearance
- Trained personnel on avionics maintenance best practices and protocols.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department of Corrections
Vienna, IL
1991 - 2011
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation time, work assignments, & maintained control of inmates during medical visits & court appearances.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
Sheriff's Deputy-Auxiliary
Williamson County Sheriff's Office
Marion, IL
1993 - 1997
- Partnered with a deputy to conduct patrols, maintain public safety, and enforce laws, & occasionally served subpoenas & warrants.
- Conducted foot and vehicle patrols in designated areas during large community events to ensure safety and security.
- Completed regular training sessions to remain current on law enforcement techniques and practices.
Education
Platform Skills -
IDOC Training Academy
Springfield, IL04-1996
Pre-Service Security Training -
IDOC Training Academy
Springfield, IL01-1992
Multiple Certificates Throughout Career -
Illinois Mobile Training Unit 15
Skills
- Budget administration
- Personnel management
- Conflict de-escalation
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Ethical decision making
- Control Tactics
- Firearms proficiency
Accomplishments
- Warden's Commendation, 1996- Tactical Unit Shakedown: Entire Facility
- Commendation from LT. Turner, 1997- Showing Initiative During Search
- Commendation from LT. Turner, 2002- Quick Response Saving Inmates Life
Timeline
Avionics Specialist
United States Air Force
01.1987 - 02.1990
Correctional Supply Supervisor
Illinois Department Of Corrections
2011 - 06.2018
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department of Corrections
1991 - 2011
Sheriff's Deputy-Auxiliary
Williamson County Sheriff's Office
1993 - 1997
Platform Skills -
IDOC Training Academy
Pre-Service Security Training -
IDOC Training Academy
Multiple Certificates Throughout Career -
Illinois Mobile Training Unit 15