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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Professional Summary

Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 1.5 year industry history.

Skills
  • Language Spoken Written Read English & Spanish
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Policies & Procedures
  • Suicide Prevention Training
  • Search and Seizure Procedures
  • Safety and Security Enforcement
  • Restraint Techniques
  • Correctional facility procedures
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Correctional Facility Procedures
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
Work History
03/2019 to Current
Correctional OfficerState Correction Institution Phoenix – Collegeville, PA
  • Salary: $40,000.00 USD Per Year Hours per week: 40
  • Enforce rules and keep order within jails or prisons.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
  • Maintained custody and control of 150 inmates housed in Level 5 security unit.
  • Supervise activities of inmates.
  • Inspect facilities to ensure that they meet security and safety standards.
  • Search inmates for contraband items.
  • Report on inmate conduct.
  • Escort and transport inmates Performed security observation duties and responded to emergencies.
  • Successfully restrained and controlled inmates when circumstances deemed it necessary.
  • Performed supervision of the inmates during all daily activities.
  • Ensured that all policies were practiced during the transporting of inmates to court appearances, Doctors appointments and other facilities as needed.
  • Completed specialized training of the correct application of the use of pepper spray.
  • Selected and developed training programs to meet facility needs Performed risk assessments and classification systems for management.
  • Ensured compliance of all areas with Department of Corrections policies and procedures.
  • Led grid searches to locate and confiscate potential harmful items and contraband prior to opening Introduced Security Vulnerability Assessment Program to identify and resolve internal issues.
  • Provided training in managing all physical security-related activities within institutions.
  • Consistently facilitated reductions in inmate disturbances/incidents to increase safety.
  • Performed administrative duties to maintain appropriate records of all accounted inmates.
  • Quickly and accurately assessed situations and responded appropriately.
  • Trained new incoming cadets on standard operating procedures Organized and detailed oriented
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Identified facility openings and designated inmates to housing units.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Supervisor: Jimmy Brittingham 610-409-7890 Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
06/2010 to Current
Squad LeaderUnited States Army Reserve – Reading, PA
  • Salary: $500.00 USD Per Month Hours per week: 36,
  • Assisted in the Development and implantation of a Standard Operating Procedure for all administrative functions; resulted in prompt and reliable service to 150 personnel and received high accolades from senior leadership
  • Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive and retrograde operations.
  • Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments
  • Directed traffic during emergency and congested situations
  • Searched vehicles, buildings, and property for evidence
  • Operated and performed preventive maintenance on wheeled and tracked vehicles and equipment valued at $2 million in order to transport personnel, supplies and equipment.
  • Consistently performed while paying close attention to detail regarding reports and information on terrain features, enemy strength, disposition and equipment.
  • Used critical thinking whiling performing dismounted patrols and problem solving to employ principles of cover, concealment and camouflage.
  • Earned reputation for self-discipline and respect for others.
  • Attracted recognition for adaptability in all aspects and numerous different fields of service.
  • Performed security operations to ensure safety of fellow U.S. coalition forces at a rural combat outpost during deployment and controlled incoming and outgoing traffic at entry control points for the entire base.
  • Coordinated work assignments, evaluated performance and disciplined a five-member security team.
  • Supervised the security of $100 million worth of highly sensitive equipment.
  • Experienced in handling confidential material.
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Supervisor: Rigoberto Sanchez 787-672-5266 Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
03/2017 to 01/2020
Package Delivery DriverUnited Parcel Service – Philadelphia, PA
  • Salary: $19.00 USD Per Hour Hours per week: 50,
  • Making deliveries as quickly and efficiently as possible.
  • Operating the vehicle in a safe and responsible manner at all times.
  • Following company identification standards.
  • Assisting with loading and unloading the truck.
  • Keeping logs up to date and ensuring valid information is recorded Deliver world-class customer service to all customers with a positive attitude.
  • Assist with the coordination of packages delivery, organization and ensure timely delivery.
  • Demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal skills, punctuality and excellent teamwork.
  • Making deliveries as quickly and efficiently as possible.
  • Operating the vehicle in a safe and responsible manner at all times.
  • Following company identification standards.
  • Assisting with loading and unloading the truck.
  • Keeping logs up to date and ensuring valid information is recorded.
  • Following the best practices for safety, both on the road and while loading or unloading a truck
  • Communicating with dispatchers, drivers and other team members to make deliveries
  • Meeting delivery deadlines
  • Performing basic truck maintenance Loading and unloading cargo
  • Tracking shipments and deliveries
  • Obtaining client or customer signatures when needed.
  • Recorded each delivery using proper paperwork before leaving warehouse.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for over 190 deliveries.
  • Updated dispatchers frequently to convey changes such as route issues or weather delays potentially impacting delivery schedules.
  • Invoiced accurately, coordinated shipping documentation and completed daily logs to satisfy recordkeeping requirements and keep management informed of field activities.
  • Supervisor: John Smith 800-742-5877 Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
12/2014 to 03/2017
Letter CarrierUnited States Postal Service – Portsmouth, United States, VA
  • Salary: $19.25 USD Per Hour Hours per week: 50,
  • Deliver packages and mail to businesses and people in towns, cities, and rural areas.
  • Place packages and letters in mailbox and secure with mailbox flap.
  • Secure many envelopes or parcels with a rubber band.
  • Retrieve outgoing mail from boxes Rang customer sales and conducted supply inventory
  • Organized mail according to type/service for distribution.
  • Maintained and replenished merchandise/supplies.
  • Received commendation for delivery performance, consistently receiving zero service-related complaints.
  • Sorted/organized mail according to zip code for distribution.
  • Delivered mail to assigned locations.
  • Collected mail from assigned "drop" locations.
  • Engaged in sort, bundle, and delivery of mail addressed to homes and businesses on an assigned route.
  • Delivered mail that consists of letters, circulars, magazines, catalogs and small packages to over 300 stops on daily route.
  • Collected and accounted for Cash - on -Delivery (COD) funds Obtained signatures to confirm delivery of registered, certified mail.
  • Collected mail from street letter boxes, homes, businesses.
  • Provided prompt mail delivery to businesses and residences on specified route.
  • Collected mail from letter boxes on specific route both on foot and by vehicle.
  • Supervisor: David Garland 800-275-8777 Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
Education
Associate of Arts: Computer NetworkingLincoln Technical Institute - Allentown, Pa
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • State Correction Institution Phoenix
  • United States Army Reserve
  • United Parcel Service
  • United States Postal Service

School Attended

  • Lincoln Technical Institute

Job Titles Held:

  • Correctional Officer
  • Squad Leader
  • Package Delivery Driver
  • Letter Carrier

Degrees

  • Associate of Arts : Computer Networking

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