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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Summary

Approachable Corrections Officer with 21 years experience focused on maintaining peace, security and safety within correction centers, as well as, an assertive yet compassionate Police Officer with over 13 years experience for a combined 34 years of Criminal Justice experience. Extensively trained in crisis prevention and intervention.

I am also familiar with problem-solving tools and crisis management techniques necessary to be effective in prison and public environments. Dedicated to safety, results-oriented planning and streamlining protocols for efficiency.

Skills
  • Behavioral disorders familiarity
  • Visitation guidelines understanding
  • Crisis management
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
  • Ethical standards of conduct
  • Evidence preservation
  • Strategic planning and organization
  • File and record maintenance
  • Excellent problem solver
  • Courtroom practices familiarity
  • Observation
  • State and federal laws knowledge
  • Non-violent intervention
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • CCTV monitoring
Experience
Correctional Officer|Department of Corrections - Commonwealth of Mass - Gardner, MA|09/1998 - Current
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
  • Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Processed inmates by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections of transport vehicles and equipment.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of all high security facilities.
  • Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Enforced resident behavior management protocols and wrote incident reports for infractions.
  • Completed and implemented emergency protocols during emergency situations.
  • Promoted safety, order and functionality of facility.
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
  • Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support efficient and safe operations.
  • Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
Police Officer|Town Of Fitzwilliam - Fitzwilliam, NH|12/2007 - Current
  • Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
  • Supported community outreach initiatives by implementing school crisis and safety plan.
  • Informed shift officers of special areas of emphasis, including properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
  • Assisted in conducting traffic surveys to determine problem areas.
  • Improved community safety by conducting field sobriety tests and investigating DUIs and vehicle accidents.
  • Reviewed and evaluated evidence to determine validity and admissibility for court hearings.
  • Liaised between legal staff and law enforcement agencies to foster efficient communication.
  • Testified in court in support of department cases.
  • Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
  • Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
  • Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Assisted local and federal agencies in criminal investigations.
  • Diffused tense situations by remaining calm.
  • Responded to multiple calls for service related to DWI, felonies, misdemeanors, domestic abuse, and animal rescue.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols and ensured proper handling of equipment, weapons and materials.
  • Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
  • Performed comprehensive searches of people and property to identify controlled substances or contraband.
Security Officer|Securitas - Lowell, MA|09/2005 - 01/2007
  • Patrolled 3,000 square foot premises to ensure safety of employees and visitors.
  • Inspected parking lot to verify vehicles were properly parked and displayed parking permits.
  • Quickly and accurately reported all security incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to law enforcement.
  • Completed in-depth searches of individuals and baggage to check for devices, weapons and other prohibited items.
  • Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and secure doors, windows and gates.
  • Monitored security cameras and fire, building and alarm systems.
  • Maintained safety by quickly responding to alarms and investigating disturbances.
  • Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras to monitor for trespassers and criminal activity.
Education and Training
Greater Lowell Technical High School||Tyngsboro, MA|06/1990High School Diploma
NH Police Standards And Training Academy ||Concord, NH|2007Police Training
Dept of Corrections ||Milford, MA|08/1998MA DOC Recruit Training Academy
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Department of Corrections - Commonwealth of Mass
  • Town Of Fitzwilliam
  • Securitas

School Attended

  • Greater Lowell Technical High School
  • NH Police Standards And Training Academy
  • Dept of Corrections

Job Titles Held:

  • Correctional Officer
  • Police Officer
  • Security Officer

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Police Training
    MA DOC Recruit Training Academy

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