Hyndman, PA *****
September 16, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
I have read your ad for a Criminal Justice Instructor on indeed.com website with a great deal of
interest. Please consider me a candidate for this position. A copy of my resume is enclosed for
your reference.
It would appear that my education and experience is an excellent match for your needs, as
demonstrated by the following highlights:
• Graduation in May 2006 from Mount Aloysius College in Cresson, Pennsylvania with a
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminology.
• Over three years experience in the jail setting as a correctional officer.
I believe the above qualifications demonstrate my potential to be a valuable asset to YTI Career
Institute.
I am available for an interview at your earliest convenience. I have enclosed my resume and
references, and if any additional information is needed and to set up an interview please contact
me at the number listed above.
Sincerely,
Amberly D. Shaffer
Amberly D. Shaffer
75 Cunningham Dr.
Hyndman, PA 15545
*********@*******.***
Objective To obtain a full-time position as a Criminal Justice Instructor with YTI Career Institute.
Education Mount Aloysius College, Cresson, Pennsylvania
August 2002-May 2006
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminology with a Concentration in Forensic Accounting.
GPA: 3.76
Experience Correctional Officer
March 2007-Present Allegany County Detention Center, Cresaptown, Maryland.
• Direct supervision of male and female inmates.
• Process and book in new inmates.
• Manage key control in Central Control.
• Answer phone calls.
Therapeutic Staff Support
August 2006-March 2007 Alternative Community Resource Program, Bedford,
Pennsylvania.
• Mentored children with mental and behavioral issues in the school, home and
community settings.
• Assisted the Behavioral Specialist with specialized treatment plans.
Crew Member
December 2004-August 2006 Wendy‘s, Breezewood, Pennsylvania.
• Interact with customers on a daily basis.
• Operate cash registers and manage money.
• Prepare food under a certain time limit.
• Maintain clean and safe atmosphere.
• Perform all necessary duties to open and close restaurant.
Activities/Honors In November 2004 and October 2005 I was selected to participate in the Mount Aloysius
Project, at Mount Aloysius College, Cresson, Pennsylvania. The project was a joint
effort between the Faculty, in the departments of Criminology and Business Accounting,
and the Internal Revenue Service/Criminal Investigation Division (IRS/CID). The project
provided student with hands-on experience by conducting mock investigations,
utilizing actual criminal cases, under the direction of Special Agents from the
Pittsburgh IRS/CID office.
Dean’s List for eight semesters.
Graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Certified Correctional Officer under the Maryland Correctional Training
Commission.