correctional officer

  • As a correction officer my job is care custody and control. I monitor inmates and their behaviors to ensure their safety and security.
  • Escort inmates to and from services. 
  • Assist other officers with inmate management.
  • Search inmates their cells and their common areas for contraband.
  • Generate reports on a daily basis.
  • De-escalate confrontations when they arise.

correctional officer

  • Processed inmates into custody of the New River Valley Regional Jail, searched prisoners, took charge of personal property, and provideed clothing, bedding, eating utensils, institutional rules and regulations.
  •  Maintained care and custody of inmates.
  • Effectively controled inmates, forcibly when necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints; subdue violent and or resisting suspects/inmates using maneuvers and weapons and resort to the use of hands and feet and other approved weapons to effect physical control or utilize in self-defense.
  •  Conducted  security checks of inmates in assigned areas.
  • Maintained logs of inmate movement throughout the facility.
  • Monitored camera and surveillance equipment in the main control room and/or pod control rooms.
  • Ensured proper security of inmates, staff and visitors to the jail facility.

correctional officer

  • Oversee inmates during meals visits recreation telephone calls and shower time.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of transport vehicles and equipment.
  • Continually monitored dormitories for inappropriate activity.
  • Maintained daily logs of shift activity
  • Monitored behavior for intimidating and bullying behaviors as well as for depression and suicidal tendencies as per training
  • Acted promptly to emergencies using appropriate tools and physical controls
  • Familiar with appropriate and necessary procedures for searching inmates for illegal substances weapons cell phones and other contraband

correctional officer

  • Oversee inmate activites listed but not limited to meal time, visitation, and recreaction 
  • Mointer inmates/grounds using survelliance  
  • Patrol interior and exterior of the facility
  • Book incoming and outgoing inmates according to procedure

correctional officer

  • Supervised inmates with emotional disorders in an effective, firm and fair manner. 
  • Successfully completed specialized training courses in self-defense, medical emergencies, and safety management. 
  • Physically patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings, prisoners, prisoner property and clothing, to ensure the welfare, safety and security. 
  • Complied with and enforced security procedures for keys, equipment and supplies. 

correctional officer

  • Monitoring and controlling access to the facility and restricted areas; 
  • Operating a variety of mechanical doors, security devices, equipment and alarms; 
  • Controlling movement of offenders throughout daily schedules; 
  • Escorting and transporting offenders in authorized state vehicles; 
  • Conducting formal, informal and emergency counts; 
  • Cross checking and maintaining movement logs; 
  • Conducting searches for contraband

correctional officer

  • Direct, supervise and evaluate activities of inmates within facility.
  • Maintain confidentiality of records relating to inmates.
  • Fill out and maintain inmate-related paperwork, including federal- and state-mandated forms, inmate behaviors and incidents.
  • Teach classes and present PPCT training to new faculty.

correctional officer

  • Supervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation and work areas, and attends to the medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of the inmates.
  • Inspects and patrols the grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and other security risks.
  • Checks in new inmates by assigning accommodations, searching for contraband, issuing clothing, and storing personal property.
  • Observes inmate behavior; counsels with inmates and family about problems; evaluates inmates on room and personal hygiene, attitudes towards employees and other inmates, and sends this evaluation to the counseling department.
  • Attends a variety of meetings such as staff meetings, disciplinary board meetings, and training for riot control, escape prevention, and first aid.
  • Prepares a variety of reports such as daily logs, disciplinary reports, records of inmates’ jobs and pay, daily inmate counts, and requisitions for office supplies.
  • Operates and utilizes a variety of equipment including two-way radios, firearms, mace, electronic gates, television cameras, and may operate motor vehicles.

correctional officer

  • Supervise inmates inside the jail
  • Book incoming inmates into the facility
  • Control who comes in and out of the jail
  • Maintain safety and order 
  • Write reports on incidents that occur

correctional officer

  • Monitor conduct of prisoners in housing unit, or during work or recreational activities, according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, to prevent escape or violence.
  • Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional facilities to ensure security and help prevent escapes.
  • Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Take prisoners into custody and escort to locations within and outside of facility, such as visiting room, courtroom, or airport.

correctional officer

  • Liaise with inmates, visitors, legal representatives and all other stakeholders.
  • Managing a caseload of prisoners to make sure they are meeting their personal planned goals.
  • Conducting patrols, searches and other security related activities.
  • Observing the conduct and behaviour of prisoners to provide a safe working environment. 
  • Supervising prisoners on a daily routine and challenging difficult behaviour.
  • Assisting with the implementation of education and other programs organised for prisoners.
  • Searching prisoners and cells for weapons, drugs and other contraband items.

correctional officer

  • Maintain order and daily operations of the facility.
  • Responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates.
  •  Try to prevent disturbances, assaults, and escapes by supervising activities and work assignments of inmates.
  •  Protect fellow officers from inmates and protect inmates from other inmates at all times.
  •  Must be alert and aware of any and all movement taking place inside the facility.
  •  Routinely searching inmates and their living quarters for potential threats such as weapons or drugs.
  • Must make presence known at all times and remain assertive and refuse to back down.

correctional officer

  • Assisted in cell searches and pat downs on all inmates.
  • Provided supervision over work crews in order to watch for theft, weapons and fighting.
  • Provided armed transport of inmates to and from hospitals for any medical reason.
  • Served as the gatekeeper for external contact to staff and inmates, and directed inquiries to the appropriate resource.

correctional officer

  • Oversee day-to-day group activities of offenders in institution.
  •  Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain the safety and security of personnel and the public.   
  • Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities. 
  •  Attended regular training and maintained appropriate certifications 

correctional officer

  • Maintain order in a detention facility,
  •  initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals
  •  maintain control and discipline including the use of physical restraint and restraining devices
  • prevent the introduction of contraband into the institution.

correctional officer

  • Look after inmates 
  • Document Incidents that happened
  • escort inmates to their correct section of the jail
  • Count the inmates to make sure all accounted for 
  • escort nurse to give inmates their medicine 

correctional officer

  • Compiled and typed uses of force reports, incident reports, daily reports, emergency action plans, and memos to deliver accurate and timely information to prison leadership
  • Arranged care for inmates under my custody to ensure the prison stayed with in applicable laws
  • Monitored perimeter while on patrols and from the tower on a daily basis to ensure no security breach or safety hazards were present
  • Managed inventory of keys and restraints so that the prison didn’t over order supplies 

correctional officer

  • Maintaing Safety and security of facility
  • accountability
  • firm fair and consistant
  • counsiling
  • professional

correctional officer

  • Supervise the daily movement and activities of 1000+ inmates.
  • Physically patrol and visually inspect units, yards, buildings, prisoners, prisoner property and clothing, to ensure the welfare, safety and security. Maintain visual surveillance of grounds by foot and from a rover vehicle.
  • Conduct searches of inmates person and property.
  • Complete periodic patrols of Quarters, Work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals; Maintain control and discipline including use of physical restraints and restraining devices; Prevent the introduction of contraband.
  • Document equipment, supplies and other items; Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment in emergency measures; Maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic devices.
  • Monitor inmates in Housing units; Instruct inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; Supervise the issuance of clothing and other personal effects to inmates.
  • Successfully restrain and control inmates when circumstances deemed it necessary.

correctional officer

  • Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations, administrative assistance.
  • Work with personnel and facilities to provided all personal items.
  • Escort inmates via units
  • Be on time dressed appropriately (shoes shined, hair cut and shaved, shirt and pants pressed, etc.)

correctional officer

  • Maintain safety and security of the institution
  • Conduct random cell searches
  • Conduct random pat searches
  • Hold the inmate population accountable

correctional officer

  • Supervise inmates daily activities
  • Inspect dormatories to ensure offenders are meeting the set standards
  • Conduct daily searches for contraband
  • Aid in couseling inmates
  • Conduct daily reports on offenders
  • Maintain security by protecting the public and offenders

correctional officer

  • Maintain the safety of inmates
  • Maintain the safety of fellow officers 
  • Make sure inmates act in a orderly manner
  • Enforce the rules of the prison/law to the inmates 

correctional officer

  • Maintain security within the institution 
  • Maintain patrol and visually inspect units, yards, buildings, inmates, inmate property and clothing to ensure safety and security.
  • Maintain surveillance of grounds by foot and use of a rover vehicle.
  • Provide escort and provide security for visitors
  • Comply with and enforce security procedures
  • Monitor and assess gates, cameras, and video terminals
  • Defensive tactics

correctional officer

  • Supervised the inmates and effectively enforced the rules of the correctional facility.
  • Physically patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings, prisoners, prisoner property and clothing, to ensure the welfare, safety and security. Maintain visual surveillance of grounds by foot and from a rover vehicle.
  • Complied with and enforced security procedures for keys, equipment and supplies.
  • Operated control rooms, monitored and accessed gates, cameras, alarms, and video terminals, operated control panels in response to audio and visual cues and requests by staff.

correctional officer

  • Maintain order, displine, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, polices, and laws.
  • Take, Receive, or check periodicinmate counts.
  • Respond to emergencies, such as escapes.
  • Supervise and direct the work of correctional officers to ensure the safe custody, discipline, and welfare of inmates.
  • Complete administrative paperwork or supervise the preparation or maintenance of records, forms, or reports.

correctional officer

  • Maintain order and enforce rules to within the facility.
  • Learn all rules and regulations of the facility.
  • Supervise activity of all inamtes.
  • Search inmates for cintraband items.
  • Report on inmate condcut.
  • Aid in rehabilitaion and counseling of offenders.

correctional officer

  • Care, custody, and control of dorms and cells blocks of inmates
  • Prescribe basic medications (acetaminophen, ibuprofen, etc.)
  • Supervise meal hall
  • Enforce rules and regulations
  • Perform security checks
  • Perform lockers/cell searches
  • Perform perimeter checks

senior correctional officer

  • Enforce Bureau of Prison policies and procedures to maintain safety and security.
  • Supervisor and counselor for inmates.
  • Monitor and report all activities and incidents of inmates.
  • Prepare precise logs and maintain safe and clean work environment.

correctional officer

  • Evaluate inmates to ensure that programs are of appropriate quality and that resources are used effectively.
  • Care, Custody and Control
  • Being Fair, Firm and Consistant
  • Being Observant over the facility and movement of Inmates
  • The ability to work with a variety of people
  • Communication, Time Management and Adaptability are other qualities applied