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WANDA PATTON

Memphis,TN

Summary

I have been in the law Inforcement field for almost 22 years,I'm ready for a change in careers, experience new things. I've had to wear so many different hats in my line of work. Mental advisor,social worker,minister,peace maker,supervisor,etc. I'm a hard worker ,Im a dedicated worker in whatever I endeavor to do,reliable and open to learning new things.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Jailer

Shelbycounty Sheriff Department
2001.09 - Current
  • Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
  • Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent dangerous and inappropriate activities, supervising over [Number] inmates simultaneously.
  • Utilized weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Oversaw conduct of [Number] prisoners to prevent escapes or violent behavior.
  • Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
  • Arranged library visits, work assignments, family visits and counseling appointments for prisoners.
  • Patrolled [Number]-square foot facility and work areas to complete headcounts of inmates.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Created and maintained arrest files on inmates processed through jail.
  • Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management.
  • Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
  • Maintained custody and control of [Number] inmates housed in [Type] security unit.
  • Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
  • Investigated attempted escapes and conducted searches for escaped inmates.
  • Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
  • Oversaw [Number] juveniles in correctional residential facility setting.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carver High School
Memphis, TN
05.1977

Skills

  • Emergency Situations
  • Physical Restraint Orientation
  • Booking Procedures
  • Contraband Prevention
  • Safety Procedures
  • Active Listening
  • Inmate Monitoring
  • Fingerprint Scanning
  • De-Escalating Conflicts
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Visual Inspection
  • Defensive Techniques
  • Scheduling Medical Appointments
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Recreational Activities
  • Sanitation Checks
  • Inmate Interviews
  • Dental Care
  • Safety Management
  • Preventing Incidents
  • Corrective Actions
  • Riot Prevention
  • Meal Distribution
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Inspecting Units
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Secure Exits
  • Rehabilitation and Counseling
  • Search Cells
  • Population Supervision
  • Occupational Hazard Mitigation
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • Institutional Policies
  • Federal Regulations
  • Legal Standards
  • Weapons Screening
  • Safety and Security
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Asset Protection
  • Safety and Security Procedures
  • Criminal Rights
  • First Aid Certification
  • Maintain Records
  • Personnel Protection
  • Prison Settings
  • Self-Defense
  • Negotiation
  • Safety and security
  • Surveillance
  • Correctional facility procedures
  • Emergency Response
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • Weapons training
  • Suicide prevention training
  • Inmate behavior modification tactics
  • Safety and security enforcement
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Cell inspection
  • Prisoner restraint
  • Self-defense

Timeline

Deputy Jailer

Shelbycounty Sheriff Department
2001.09 - Current

High School Diploma -

Carver High School
WANDA PATTON