Tristan Hales
Sumrall,MS
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined law enforcement and security professional with extensive experience across military, county, and state environments. Proven background in Air Force Security Forces operations, county correctional supervision, and behavioral‑health facility security. Skilled in maintaining safety, enforcing regulations, conducting investigations, and responding to emergencies with sound judgment and composure. Adept in de‑escalation, conflict resolution, and communication with diverse populations, including individuals experiencing mental health crises. Known for reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to protecting people, property, and institutional integrity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Lamar County Sheriff Department
Purvis, MS
07.2023
- Maintained safety and security of inmates, staff, and facility property within a county detention environment
- Conducted inmate headcounts, housing-unit checks, and routine security rounds to ensure compliance with facility rules
- Supervised inmate movement, recreation, visitation, medical appointments, and meal distribution
- Performed intake and release procedures, including searches, fingerprinting, booking documentation, and property inventory
- Enforced facility policies, de-escalated conflicts, and applied approved control techniques to manage disruptive or non-compliant inmates
- Monitored housing units, dayrooms, and segregation areas using direct supervision and camera surveillance
- Responded to emergencies, disturbances, medical incidents, and alarms, coordinating with deputies and medical staff
- Completed detailed incident reports, disciplinary write-ups, and documentation of inmate behavior and security concerns
- Conducted cell searches, pat-downs, and contraband inspections to maintain a safe and secure environment
- Facilitated inmate transports to court, medical facilities, and other secure locations while maintaining custody and control
- Assisted with classification decisions by observing inmate behavior and reporting relevant information to supervisors
- Supported jail operations by maintaining logs, documenting shift activities, and communicating critical information during shift change
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force
Meridian, MS
06.2019
- Secured Air Force installations, personnel, and assets vital to national security through continuous law-enforcement and force-protection operations
- Conducted base entry-control procedures, verified credentials, and enforced installation access standards
- Performed armed patrols in marked security vehicles and on foot to deter threats and ensure area integrity
- Responded to security incidents, alarms, and emergencies, applying established protocols to restore safety and order
- Executed traffic enforcement, accident response, and initial investigations in accordance with military regulations
- Provided armed overwatch and security for aircraft, restricted areas, and priority resources
- Conducted searches, evidence collection, and detailed incident reporting to support investigative processes
- Implemented de-escalation techniques and used minimum-force options to manage hostile or non-compliant individuals
- Supported deployment operations by maintaining readiness in weapons handling, tactical movement, and base-defense procedures
- Trained in antiterrorism measures, threat recognition, and emergency response to protect personnel and mission assets
Campus Security
South Mississippi State Hospital
Purvis, MS
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Provided security and protection for individuals and property within secure environments
- Operated marked police vehicles to conduct facility security checks and transport assignments
- Completed multiple patient transports across the state utilizing state and government vehicles
- Managed civilian security screenings and visitor sign-ins for entry into a secure facility
- Searched, inventoried, and documented patient intake property in accordance with policy
- Prepared accurate, detailed reports regarding security concerns and facility incidents
- Ensured patient safety through effective de-escalation and approved minimal-harm control techniques
- Maintained facility security by preventing escape attempts from a secure environment
Customer Service
Ramey's Marketplace
Collins, MS
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Provided friendly and efficient customer service while assisting shoppers with questions and product locations
- Operated cash registers, processed payments, and handled returns and exchanges with accuracy
- Maintained clean, organized, and fully stocked shelves to ensure product availability and store presentation standards
- Rotated inventory and checked expiration dates to maintain product freshness and reduce waste
- Unloaded delivery trucks and replenished stock in sales areas, coolers, and storage rooms
Education
No Degree - Military Law Enforcement
Security Forces Technical School
San Antonio, TX08-2020
High School Diploma -
Sumrall High School
Sumrall, MS06-2019
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Weapons training
- First aid and CPR certified
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Lamar County Sheriff Department
07.2023
Campus Security
South Mississippi State Hospital
11.2021 - 07.2023
Customer Service
Ramey's Marketplace
11.2020 - 11.2021
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force
06.2019
No Degree - Military Law Enforcement
Security Forces Technical School
High School Diploma -
Sumrall High School