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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Professional Summary

Correctional Officer with a history of exercising excellent judgment during crisis events. Able to develop strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Safety-oriented Correctional Officer with more than five years in maximum and medium security facilities. Extensively trained in defensive tactics and suicide prevention. Hardworking employee able to employ sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to keep order and avoid dangerous situations. Able to skillfully detect contraband during cell searches. Enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of rules and duty and training in teamwork. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in everything that is expected of me.

Skills
  • Correctional facility procedures
  • Weapons training
  • Surveillance
  • Inmate management
Work History
Correctional Officer, 11/2012 to 06/2018
Wabash Valley Correctional Facility – Carlisle, IN
  • Maintained custody and control of hundreds of inmates housed in level one through five security units.
  • 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.
  • Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
  • Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Issued cleaning supplies, comfort items, laundry and all basic meals.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
Army Soldier/Military Truck Driver, 11/2001 to 11/2014
United States Army National Guard – Brazil, IN
  • Oversaw inventory to reduce inaccuracies and ensure proper equipment maintenance.
  • Surveyed and controlled access to restricted areas to reduce incidents and theft by monitoring traffic of personnel and visitors.
  • Supervised twelve soldiers and guided them through combat missions and tactical exercises to safeguard protocol adherence and effectiveness.
  • Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
  • Authored daily activity, incident, safety, repair and irregularity reports.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment to me.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance while trying to keep other soldiers as well as equipment safe while on combat missions.
  • Completed preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on military vehicles.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after missions.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment when necessary.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Reported all accidents, damage and malfunctions involving company equipment to management.
  • Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across hundreds of mile transports.
  • Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew to properly position vehicle and loading equipment.
  • Maintained accurate records with compliant invoicing, payment processing and daily logs.
  • Learned and applied safe driving techniques to avoid accidents.
  • Loaded and unloaded vehicles and secured items for long road trips by using chains and tie-down equipment.
  • Inspected tires, lights, brakes and gas, oil and water levels.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after completing each shift, documenting damage or issues in comprehensive reports.
  • Transported liquid and packaged materials to and from specified destinations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded deliveries according to size of load and content description.
Factory Worker, 05/1999 to 10/2000
Columbia House – Terre Haute, IN
  • Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
  • Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Carefully packaged finished products and prepared for shipment.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
  • Operated machines proficiently and in compliance to safety standards.
  • Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
  • Conducted frequent equipment inspections and basic repair actions to keep machinery operating at peak levels.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Removed debris and trash and swept up metal parts following each shift to keep work areas clean and organized.
  • Continuously checked products for quality assurance according to strict guidelines.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Maintained order accuracy and customer satisfaction by double-checking packing labels while packaging products.
Housekeeper, 02/1998 to 05/1999
Holiday Inn – Terre Haute, IN
  • Removed waste paper and other trash from premises to designated area.
  • Verified that all storage areas and carts were clean and organized.
  • Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation.
  • Carried linens, towels, toilet items and cleaning supplies using wheeled cart for maximum efficiency.
  • Cleaned elevators, glass and planters in public areas such as lobby, pool and public restrooms.
  • Arranged for provision of extra room bedding, linens, towels and furniture to satisfy guests with special needs.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Returned emptied garbage receptacles to proper locations.
  • Cleaned walls, windows, shades and curtains.
  • Rotated linens in storerooms and replenished when supplies ran low.
  • Emptied wastebaskets per shift to transport waste to proper disposal areas.
  • Established and maintained clean and comfortable environments in buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
  • Transported cleaning products and equipment to and from utility rooms.
  • Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
  • Documented and reported all necessary repairs.
  • Waxed and polished wood floors and other woodwork.
  • Serviced bathrooms, including cleaning, sanitizing and supply replenishment.
  • Accepted accountability for all assigned building keys, master keys and access cards.
  • Cleaned and changed bedspreads, blankets and mattresses.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
  • Cleaned bathrooms and kitchens with sanitizing products to prevent spread of germs and reduce likelihood of illness.
  • Quickly responded to requests from patrons for linens and items, which boosted satisfaction rates by 90% on company scorecards.
  • Examined rooms, halls and lobbies to determine need for repairs and replacement of furniture or equipment.
  • Cleaned and stocked up to fifteen rooms per day by replacing used towels and linens, vacuuming floors, making beds and restocking bathroom items.
  • Spot cleaned walls, carpets and light fixtures.
  • Slid beds, sofas and furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Moved chairs, desks and beds around rooms to clean behind and underneath furniture.
  • Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
Education
GED: 01/1997
North Central High School - Farmersburg, IN
Additional Information

I am a hardworking goal oriented individual. I am an excellent team player that believes that the only way to accomplish success is to work together with like minded individuals. I only want to be the best of myself and I feel that if given the opportunity you will see just how much I could accomplish. All I ask is that you grant me the opportunity to prove that to you. Thank you for your consideration.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Wabash Valley Correctional Facility
  • United States Army National Guard
  • Columbia House
  • Holiday Inn

School Attended

  • North Central High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Correctional Officer
  • Army Soldier/Military Truck Driver
  • Factory Worker
  • Housekeeper

Degrees

  • GED : 01/1997

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