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DETENTION OFFICER

Summary

Seasoned, resourceful Correctional Officer familiar with problem-solving and crisis-management techniques necessary to effectively navigate prison environment. Detailed supervision for day-to-day inmate interactions, including recreation, leisure and work-site activity. Safety-focused dedication with results-oriented planning and protocol establishment to maintain safety for all.

Oversaw congested corrections centers and prison systems over more than 5 years to maintain peaceful environment.

Dedicated and hardworking professional with experience in security and customer service. Skilled in team leadership, training and development, as well as development and implementation of computer programs and protocols. Offering ability to work both independently and as collaborative member of team to improve processes and meet organizational goals.

Skills

Booking procedures
Restraint techniques
Armory and key control
Trained in defensive tactics
Non-violent intervention
File and record maintenance

First aid and CPR certified
Ethical standards of conduct
Strategic planning and organization
Evidence preservation
Negotiation
Safety

Experience

Detention Officer, Company Name, October 2019-CurrentCity, State

Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court and other institutions.
Performed searches of people, vehicles, mail items and dormitories.
Exercised surveillance and control over 100+ inmates.
Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates.
Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block.
Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
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.
Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.

Cook , Company Name, September 2013-June 2015City, State

Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
Oversaw handling of special-order items, including decorated cakes, cupcakes, tarts and pastries.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries and cookies.
Prepared bakery and specialty products such as bagels, breads and pastries.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.

Correctional Officer, Company Name, August 2003-July 2009City, State

Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
Safely transported inmates to and from work sites.
Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, telephone and shower time.
Maintained communications with staff and inmate body to maintain safe, effective prison environment.
Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
Transported inmates to and from personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.

Education and Training

Associate of ArtsCulinary Arts, , , The Art Institute Of Phoenix, , CityStateSeptember 2002

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