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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Professional Summary

Safety-oriented Correctional Officer with more than 23 years in maximum and medium security facilities. Extensively trained in defensive tactics and suicide prevention. Focused Correctional Officer offering 23-year history of monitoring high-volume correctional facilities to maintain safety and order. Extensive experience in inmate restraints and searches. Proven success enforcing facility policies and reducing inmate altercations. 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 23-year industry history. Resourceful and dedicated C.O with motivational leadership, training and employee supervision experience. 23 years in corrections and law enforcement. Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols. Youth Counselor skilled in mentoring and guiding youth struggling with behavioral and mental health disorders, as well as pending criminal cases. Strong knowledge of crisis intervention and suicide prevention tactics. Ambitious C.O with 23 years of hands-on experience verifying transaction information, obtaining payment authorizations and scheduling and preparing disbursements. First-rate expert at customer communication, data entry and organization. Diligent and meticulous professional commended for quickly and accurately learning new procedures. Enthusiastic C.O. eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Policies and Proceduresand training in Human Behavior and Motivation. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in all work assigned.

Work History
State Of Iowa - Correctional OfficerFort Dodge, IA12/1994 - 12/2017

Trained new employees.

In charge of Housing unit

Close interaction with management, staff, and inmates

Scheduled inmate workforce

  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
  • Maintained custody and control of [1200] inmates housed in Min,Med, and Maximum security unit.
Meander District. - SalesMount Pleasant, Iowa04/1983 - 12/1994
  • Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising collateral.
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate [Point of Sales] requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.
Safeway Foods, Super Value Foods - Produce Manager, Frozen Food and Dairy ManagerAtlantic, Iowa05/1973 - 06/1984
  • Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
  • Orchestrated performance-oriented environment by closely supporting all team members.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Kept team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal protections.
  • Evaluated suppliers to assess quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries, maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
  • Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
  • Enhanced communication between patrons and team members to cultivate upbeat, team-oriented culture.
  • Oversaw and improved [Product or Service] deliveries worth more than $[Amount] per year through efficient coordination of [Action] and [Action].
  • Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels [Number]%.
  • Boost sales with top-notch merchandising abilities and expertise in implementing sound promotions.
  • Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
  • Delegated tasks and gave direction to team of [Number] employees within dairy department.
  • Kept department equipment in working order and advised general manager of equipment repair or replacement needs.
  • Purchased produce following guidelines of marketing plan.
  • Answered questions from customers and discussed new products placed in dairy cases.
  • Assisted customers with produce questions.
  • Checked department signage and confirmed proper pricing, making sure sale items accurate.
  • Maintained produce area and kept produce storage area clean and sanitary.
  • Trimmed, washed and bundled produce as needed.
  • Restocked cases with new merchandise and removed expired items for proper disposal.
Imperial Clevite - Chemical CoordinatorAtlantic, Iowa02/1981 - 07/1983
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • In charge of electroplating 2nd shift dept
  • Scheduling of work load
  • Specific additions to plate baths
Accomplishments
  • Seized [Numerous] weapons during random cell searches.
  • Routinely supervised more than 1200 detainee inmates.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of numerous staff members.
Own and operate Martial Arts Shool

Owner and Instructor of Tiger Eye TKD in Fort Dodge. Have taught students from 6 to 62 years of age. Have achieved rank of 4 th Degree Black Belt.

Skills
  • Safety and security enforcement
  • Inmate management
  • Crisis intervention training
  • Inmate behavior modification tactics
  • Correctional facility procedures
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • Suicide prevention training
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Weapons training
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Emergency Management
  • Background investigations
  • Segregation unit specialist
  • File and records management
  • Staff Management
  • Relationship building and management
  • Continuing education
Education
05/1973Washington High SchoolCherokee, IAHigh School Diploma
Certifications

Non lethal (electronics) instructor

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • State Of Iowa
  • Meander District.
  • Safeway Foods, Super Value Foods
  • Imperial Clevite

School Attended

  • Washington High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Correctional Officer
  • Sales
  • Produce Manager, Frozen Food and Dairy Manager
  • Chemical Coordinator

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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