Wesley Lovins
Newalla,OK
Summary
Proven Detention Officer with a track record of enhancing facility safety and inmate supervision at Cleveland County Sheriff's Office. Skilled in emergency response and behavioral observation, demonstrating exceptional patience and tolerance. Achieved significant improvements in security protocols and inmate processing efficiency, ensuring a secure and orderly environment. Trustworthy Detention Officer with 1-1/2 years of experience. Talented at quickly deescalating conflicts and maintaining superior levels of levelheadedness. Intelligent and agile with remarkable security awareness. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Cleveland County Sheriff's Office
03.2023 - Current
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Reduced the risk of security breaches by maintaining strict adherence to established protocols and procedures.
- Safeguarded inmate rights while maintaining facility security through diligent adherence to constitutional mandates and departmental policies.
- Promoted a safe environment for both inmates and staff through consistent monitoring of detention facility activity via surveillance cameras and regular patrols.
Common Laborer
Duininck Inc., P.O. Box 735 - Roanoke TX 76262
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
Education
Cleveland County Sheriffs Office
Moore-Norman Vo-tech04.2023
High School Diploma -
Little Axe High School
Norman, OK05.2022
Skills
- Patience and Tolerance
- Emergency Response
- Behavioral observation
- Physical restraint
- Body and cell searches
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Key Control
- Restraint Techniques
- Security Procedures
- Inmate Supervision
- Report Preparation
- Headcounts
- Inmate monitoring
- Surveillance
- Mental Alertness
- Inmate Transport
- First Aid Certification
- Booking procedures
- Safety and Security
- Trained in defensive tactics
Certification
- Basic Detention Office Training - April 2023
Additional Information
References
Dale Peters, Former Lieutenant at Cleveland County Detention Center
17071 Spring Hill Drive, Lexington OK 73051
(405) 625-4325
Joshua McCoy, Former Captain/Deputy of Detention at Cleveland County Detention Center
3625 24th Avenue SE, Apartment 1, Norman OK 73071
(979) 313-6800
Shea Laramie, Former Lieutenant/Master Sargent at Cleveland County Detention Center
19142 Strawberry Lane, Lexington OK 73051
(405) 534-0529
Timeline
Detention Officer
Cleveland County Sheriff's Office
03.2023 - Current
Common Laborer
Duininck Inc., P.O. Box 735 - Roanoke TX 76262
08.2022 - 03.2023
Cleveland County Sheriffs Office
High School Diploma -
Little Axe High School
- Basic Detention Office Training - April 2023
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