Timothy Traynor
Bluff City,TN
Summary
Dutiful Correctional Officer with many years of experience supervising inmate interactions for safety and compliance. Brings moral code and crisis-management techniques to maintain productive environment for rehabilitation. Focuses on individual security within all interactions with inmates and staff.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Deckhand
Ingram Barge Company
Paducah, Kentucky
01.2024 - Current
- Operated deck machinery to facilitate timely loading and unloading of cargo.
- Maintained safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment onboard.
- Assisted crew members in navigating waterways and conducting vessel inspections.
- Coordinated tasks among crew members during cargo operations to enhance workflow.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing first aid or other assistance.
- Oversaw inventory of supplies for the voyage and ensured timely restocking.
- Inspected all safety equipment regularly to ensure compliance with regulations.
Correctional Sergeant
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
Mountain City, Tennessee
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily operations and activities of correctional staff and inmates.
- Enforced facility regulations to maintain safety and order among inmates.
- Supervised subordinate officers in their daily duties.
- Trained new staff on policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.
- Responded to incidents and emergencies, ensuring proper protocol execution.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Monitored inmate movement within the facility to maintain security and safety of staff, inmates and visitors.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmate housing units for security compliance.
- Conducted random searches for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
Correctional Officer
Virginia Department of Corrections
Bland, Virginia
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Monitored inmate behavior and maintained safety within the facility.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations consistently among inmates.
- Conducted security checks and inspections of inmate areas.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Responded to emergencies and coordinated with law enforcement as needed.
- Recorded incidents and prepared reports for management review.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
Senior Deckhand
American Commercial Barge Lines
Jeffersonville, IN
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Operated deck machinery for loading and unloading cargo efficiently.
- Contributed to crew's efforts in ensuring safe navigation and thorough inspections. in navigating waterways and conducting vessel inspections.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Trained junior deckhands on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Collaborated with the captain to execute docking and undocking maneuvers smoothly.
- Performed daily maintenance on the vessel's hull, rigging, and superstructure.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Everest University
Orlando, FL 07.2011 - 07.2013
Cape Henlopen High School
Lewes, DelawareSkills
- Firefighting training
- Incident reporting
- Crew collaboration
- Radio communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team leadership experience
- Crew training and development
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Conflict de-escalation
Timeline
Senior Deckhand
Ingram Barge Company
01.2024 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
Tennessee Department Of Corrections
06.2020 - 07.2023
Correctional Officer
Virginia Department of Corrections
10.2018 - 06.2020
Senior Deckhand
American Commercial Barge Lines
08.2015 - 08.2018
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Everest University
07.2011 - 07.2013
Cape Henlopen High School