Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Tristan Bennett

Seminole,TX

Summary

Dynamic Corrections Sergeant with extensive experience at The Geo Group, skilled in enhancing operational efficiency and staff performance. Proven track record in emergency response and compliance monitoring. Proficient in firearms instruction and trained in mechanical restraints, fostering a secure environment while demonstrating strong leadership and communication abilities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Corrections Sergeant

The Geo Group
06.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for inmates attending offsite appointments or transferring to other facilities.
  • Increased operational efficiency by effectively managing daily shift schedules, work assignments, and resource allocation.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and emerging trends in corrections.
  • Ensured proper documentation of incidents, maintaining accurate records for further analysis or legal proceedings.
  • Improved staff performance through consistent training, evaluations, and constructive feedback.
  • Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
  • Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
  • Supervised 30 employees and performance of tasks and managed 306 offenders.

Corrections Officer

The Geo Group
12.2019 - 06.2023
  • Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
  • Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
  • Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
  • Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.

Education

New Mexico Corrections Training Academy
Santa Fe, NM
05.2020

Denver City High School
Denver City, TX
05.2019

Skills

    Supervisor & Management

    Controlled FORCE firearms instructor

    ALS Less Lethal chemical munitions instructor

    Completed the 40 hour corrections emergency response team course

    Trained in mechanical hand restraints

Accomplishments

Firearms instructor

Training for trainers certification

Less lethal certification

C.E.R.T certification

Certification

CPR

FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR

LESS LETHAL MUNITIONS

Timeline

Corrections Sergeant

The Geo Group
06.2023 - Current

Corrections Officer

The Geo Group
12.2019 - 06.2023

New Mexico Corrections Training Academy

Denver City High School
Tristan Bennett