Correctional Officer Sergeant Resume Samples

Description :

1. Supervises inmates in housing units and those segregated for administrative or punitive measures; instruct inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; supervise the issuance of clothing and other personal effects to inmates.
2. Makes periodic patrols of quarters and work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals; maintain control and discipline including use of physical restraint and restraining devices; prevent the introduction of contraband into the institution.
3. Checks inmate mail for possible contraband; maintain a periodic patrol either inside or outside the institution to ensure the security and integrity of the institution.
4. Monitors supervise and screens inmate visitor traffic; observe traffic in and around the compound.
5. Instructs inmates and maintain control in areas such as the inmate food service area, auditorium, etc.
6. Observes for signs of disorder or tension and report such observations to a higher authority; counsel with inmates regarding institutional, domestic or emotional adjustment problems.
7. Maintains a record of equipment, supplies and other items; maintain and demonstrates proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment, and emergency measures; maintains knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment; instruct inmates in the proper care and use of institutional equipment.
8. Maintains master's inmate location counts; setup and receive inmate counts and be familiar with the entire operation of the Control Room; initiate and participate in search of inmate recreation areas, work areas, and housing units to prevent the introduction of contraband items.
9. Maintains proper security of inmates being transported; ensure that all transportation permits are completed accurately and signed by the appropriate authority; institute proper restraints as appropriate for inmate's custody classification; check transportation vehicles daily.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Associate

Description :

1. Included supervision of inmates and staff and ensuring all inmates received showers, food, recreation, and correspondence.
2. Coordinated all medical, mental health and dental appointments, inmate moves, property inventories, and visiting for my unit.
3. Ensured Officers maintained proper key/tool control, provided guidance, training, and direction to staff to ensure that all policies, procedures and post orders were adhered to.
4. Assisted staff in escorting inmates to their destination.
5. Dealt with irate and hostile inmates to include inmates with mental health issues; make recommendations as deemed appropriate.
6. Responsible for controlling contraband, inmate movement, issuing misconduct reports, maintaining security logs, respond to emergencies and dispatching.
7. Ensured inmate accountability, conduct unit checks, formal counts, cell searches, strip searches and provide for public safety through perimeter patrol.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Bachelor's

Description :

1. Supervised staff maintaining the highest standard of integrity.
2. Supervised inmates in housing units; instruct inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; supervise the issuance of clothing and other personal effects to inmates.
3. Maintained inmate control and discipline including the use of physical restraint and restraining devices; to prevent the introduction of contraband into the institution.
4. Monitored, supervised and screened inmate visitor traffic; monitor persuaded system; observe traffic in and around the compound.
5. Observed for signs of disorder or tension and report such observations to a higher authority; counsel with inmates regarding institutional, domestic or emotional adjustment problems.
6. Prepared confidential records and file accordingly.
7. Maintained a record of equipment, supplies and other items; maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment, and emergency measures.
8. Maintained master's inmate location counts; setup and receive inmate counts and be familiar with the entire operation of the Control Room.
9. Maintained proper security of inmates being transported; ensure that all transportation permits are completed accurately and signed by the appropriate authority; institute proper restraints as appropriate for inmate's custody classification; check transportation vehicles daily.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Associates

Description :

1. Supervises and plans the work of assigned staff.
2. Completes the administrative paperwork, preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and reports.
3. Develops work and security procedures and enforces rules, regulations, and state laws necessary for the control and management of juvenile residents.
4. Inspects, inventories maintains control of, key logs, tools, and other equipment.
5. Maintains order, discipline, and security, and oversees the conduct and behavior of offenders to prevent disturbances and escapes and responds to emergencies.
6. Provides support in training, selecting, and orienting subordinate correctional security staff.
7. Reads and reviews offender information to identify issues that require special attention.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Assigned as Inmate Property Sergeant and Recorder for the institutional search team.
2. Assigned all duties in a correctional setting to ensure the care, custody, and control of inmates.
3. Assigned to the Office and later to Assistant Warden of Operations and Assistant Warden of Programs Offices on special assignment.
4. Managed offices and dealt with matters of a confidential nature.
5. Performed all office-related duties and maintained monthly reports.
6. Worked closely with all department heads within the institution and outside agencies including Wardens, Human Resources Office.
7. Assigned to Institutional Inspector General's Office.
8. Conducted various internal investigations relating to staff and inmate misconduct and inmate illegal activity to include Use of Force Investigations and excessive force.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Law

Description :

1. Supervised Officers and Staff to ensure these duties are performed.
2. Built and maintained appropriate rapport with inmates.
3. Defused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
4. Controlled disruptive behavior by appropriate verbal orders and appropriate use of physical force.
5. Secured inmates' property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release.
6. Reviewed logs and reported from previous shift; maintained knowledge of inmate population and cell assignments; completed activity logs and reported.
7. Observed inmates' demeanor to determine mental state and the possible need for treatment and closer observation; counseled inmates.
8. Issued linen, clothing, toilet supplies; supervised shower and inventory of supplies.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

Bachelor's

Description :

1. Maintains the order and security of offenders in the facility.
2. Assists supervisor inappropriate administration of security-related operations (key control, count, shakedowns, searches, inventory, equipment maintenance, radios, security systems, etc.).
3. Supervises offenders in various work details including both within the facility and outside the facility.
4. Escorts offenders both inside the facility and on various trips away from the facility.
5. Assists in identifying offender treatment needs and supports treatment programs.
6. Maintains records and writes reports on offender movement, offender progress, and violations of policies and procedures.
7. Remains alert for signs of disorder or tension.
8. Counsels offenders in an informal and unofficial capacity.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Delegates post assignments, specific duty assignments, coordinates leave use and ensure accurate completion of attendance and leave reports.

2. Works with lead officers to ensure proper security coverage.

3. Conducts periodic individual counseling with staff to outline problem areas and give additional duties or instructions.

4. Supervises searches for contraband and makes daily inspections of buildings and grounds.

5. Inspects physical plant for security concerns and to maintain proper sanitation standards. Functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours.

6. Circulates throughout institutions observing employees’ performance. Conducts performance evaluations.

7. Schedules and/or coordinates training programs for subordinates. Conducts continuous training of subordinate staff in security procedures and performance.

8. Takes and recommends non-appealable disciplinary action and recommends appealable disciplinary action to higher-level management.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Associates

Description :

1. Serves as an assistant to the Corrections Lieutenant and serves as a shift supervisor in the absence of the Corrections Lieutenant.
2. Assists law enforcement or investigative personnel from other police jurisdictions.
3. Supervises offenders assigned to specialized areas of the cell block, in the field, on trips, and in the hospital.
4. Serves as on-the-job training (OJT) instructor to train new officers during the probationary period.
5. Serves as a control center officer, coordinating and monitoring inmate movements, institutional counts, emergency responses, and all radio and telephone communications.
6. Serves as a perimeter security officer, including tower guard (generally armed and authorized to shoot to wound in certain situations.)
7. Serves as mailroom officer by searching for contraband and maintaining records of inmate property received through the mail.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Management

Description :

1. Maintains lock control at specific posts.
2. Supervises offenders in various work details including general clean-up of institutional grounds and buildings.
3. Supervises offenders during shower and bath periods.
4. Escorts offenders to and from the visiting room and dining room and on various trips away from the institution.
5. Counsels with offenders when necessary, discussing offender’s problems in an informal and unofficial capacity.
6. Keeps records and makes reports on such matters as inmate movements and progress and offender’s violation of rules.
7. Works in shake-downs of cell-blocks and/or dormitories, searching for possible contraband.
8. Searches vehicles entering and leaving the gates for contraband and trafficking offenses.
9. Searches visitors and all packages for contraband
10. Encourages offenders to accept professional assistance from staff.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Consultant

Education

Management