Wendy Jessup
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Detention Officer with an established background in adult and youth detention environments. Quick decision-maker with excellent skills in physical restraint, search and seizure, prisoner transport, and emergency response. Experienced with legal processes and requirements associated with felon incarceration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Detention Officer
Harnett County Sheriff's Office
11.2021 - 12.2023
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into a detention facility.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Responded promptly to emergencies and provided medical aid.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of 300 inmates.
Certified Correctional Officer
Harnett Correctional Institution
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted in the development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in the facility.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
Certified Correctional Officer
Hoke Correctional Institution
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help them reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Supervising Manager
Laundry Express
02.2012 - 12.2017
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies, and procedures.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Developed and implemented new filing systems to improve organizational efficiency and productivity.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations, and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Promise Land Child Care
07.2009 - 01.2012
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Strayer University
Washington, DC10.2020
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05.2017
High School Diploma -
Saint Pauls High School
Saint Pauls, NC06.2009
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Behavioral Observation
- Defensive Tactics
- Interpersonal Communication
- CPR Certification
- Decision Making
Activities
- Peer Tutor
- Cum laude graduate
- North Carolina Notary Public
- 4 year Honor student at Strayer University
Timeline
Certified Detention Officer
Harnett County Sheriff's Office
11.2021 - 12.2023
Certified Correctional Officer
Harnett Correctional Institution
10.2020 - 11.2021
Certified Correctional Officer
Hoke Correctional Institution
03.2018 - 10.2020
Supervising Manager
Laundry Express
02.2012 - 12.2017
Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Promise Land Child Care
07.2009 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Strayer University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Fayetteville Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Saint Pauls High School
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