Corrections Officer Resume Example
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DanielWagner
Summary
Hardworking and reliable with strong ability in problem solving and time management. Offering reliability, dependability and independent thinker. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Skills
Defensive tactics, control tactics, firearms (rifle, pistol, shotgun), less lethal weapons and munitions, batons, O.C. (mark 4, mark 9), report writing, evidence processing, use of restraints, radio communications, tactical verbal skills. |
Experience
Company Name | City, StateCorrections Officer03/2003 - 10/2021
- Conducted thorough cell searches to uncover contraband and other materials not allowed at facility.
- Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
- Recognized signs of problems, such as despondency, depression and anger in order to prevent riots or suicides.
- Transported inmates to scheduled court appearances, medical appointments, and authorized activities.
- Safely transported inmates to and from work sites.
- Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
- Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
- Maintained correct physical head count for inmates.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
- Monitored behavior of inmates to prevent escape attempts, crime and other dangerous activities.
- Maintained custody and control of inmates housed in maximum security unit.
- Implemented defensive tactics, control tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
Company Name | City, StateVolunteer Firefighter07/2003 - 10/2005
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes requiring emergency medical care.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status.
Company Name | City, StateSecurity Officer12/2000 - 03/2003
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Responded to alarms and disturbances to maintain safety.
- Warned persons of rule violations and evicted violators from mall property.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Monitored mall property and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Solved problems quickly and provided precise and clear information while working under minimum supervision.
- Worked with local law enforcement officers to apprehend suspicious individuals.
- Provided security presence for large events.
Company Name | City, StateWildland Firefighter06/2000 - 09/2000
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water.
- Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of property.
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, and prevent escalation.
- Stayed in close contact with supervisors to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
- Minimized devastating wildfires by employing hand tools, and working with air drops for containment operations.
Education and Training
Milo Adventist Academy | City, StateHigh School Diploma06/2000
Correctional Worker Core Academy | City, StateCorrections04/2003
Emergency Response Team Academy | City, StateEmergency Response Team 05/2006
Gunsite Academy | City, StateBasic Pistol Training 04/2004
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Resume Overview
School Attended
- Milo Adventist Academy
- Correctional Worker Core Academy
- Emergency Response Team Academy
- Gunsite Academy
Job Titles Held:
- Corrections Officer
- Volunteer Firefighter
- Security Officer
- Wildland Firefighter
Degrees
- High School Diploma
Corrections
Emergency Response Team
Basic Pistol Training
