Michael Porter
Detention Officer - Rutherford County
Orlando, FL
***********@***.*** - 407-***-****
Security Guard with strong leadership skills desiring a position in safety and security management in a team-
oriented environment.
Highlights
Criminal law knowledge
CCTV surveillance
Interior and exterior patrol
Screening wands
Shift work experience
First Aid and CPR certified
Report writing
Observant
High level of integrity
Law enforcement background
Criminal law knowledge
CCTV surveillance
Interior and exterior patrol
WORK EXPERIENCE
Security Officer
Securitas - Orlando, FL - March 2014 to Present
Responsibilities
Lobby officer with checking in and out guest. Patrol interior and exterior property.
Detention Officer
Rutherford County - Murfreesboro, TN - September 2008 to Present
Transports inmates to court, medical facilities, other prisons (in or out of county), or law enforcement facilities,
or other locations as assigned; monitors behavior and activities of inmates on a continual basis during transport
activities.
Serves as Court Officer; maintains a security presence in the courtroom to ensure safety of court personnel,
prevent disturbances of court proceedings, and prevent potential violence or use of weapons; maintains
continuous surveillance of courtroom; responds to violence, erratic behavior, alarms, or other unusual
situations; intervenes in physical confrontations; escorts defendants, prisoners, or other individuals within the
building as needed.
Arrests individuals in courtroom upon Judge's order or warrant, probation violators, parole violators, individuals
involved in unlawful activities.
May make fingerprint and photographic records of incoming inmates; may prepare and complete fingerprint
cards.
Transports documentation, bank deposits, mail, and other materials to their assigned location as needed.
May assist or work on hospital duty.
Provides protection for judges, attorneys, clients, witnesses, jurors, or other participants in court proceedings;
provides security for sequestered juries; coordinates hotel accommodations for sequestered jurors as needed.
Serves as Judge's Court Officer in juvenile courts as requested; provides information to all judicial personnel
as needed, including judges, district attorneys, attorneys, public defenders, and clerk personnel.
Security Officer
Securitas - Orlando, FL
Responsibilities
Sign guest in and out. Monitor cameras and PTZ. Type reports and patrol property.
Correctional Officer
Corrections Corporation of America - Fort McCoy, WI - June 2008 to September 2008
Care, custody and control of inmates in a correctional setting with counseling, recreational activities, transport
to and from court and medical appointments.
Correctional Sergeant
Central Florida Reception Center - Orlando, FL - March 1991 to March 2007
Supervisor for approximately 10 correctional officer
Wells Fargo Armored Car Service - Orlando, FL - November 1990 to March 1991
Messenger Guard
Pick up and deliver money to banks and stores.
Security Officer
Burns Security - Orlando, FL - January 1990 to November 1990
Patrolled the facility and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule
infractions.Reported all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to law enforcement.Responded quickly
to medical emergencies, bomb threats and fire alarms.
Sergeant
U.S. Army - Fort McCoy, WI - September 1982 to January 1990
Squad leader
EDUCATION
High School Diploma
Eufaula High School - Eufaula, AL
1981