SHAWNIECE GARDNER

Twin Lakes Court Windsor Mill, MD 21244 443-***-**** adovnh@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Correctional Officer with over 25 years of experience seeking to obtain and secure employment with a reputable and established company that offers growth and advancement opportunities. Possesses exceptional ability to lead, build interpersonal relationships, and follow ethical and legal guidelines. Proven track record of interacting with diverse cultures, problem solving, and maximizing company’s goals and potential.

EXPERIENCE

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I April 2019-Present

Baltimore County Detention Center Towson, MD

Observed inmate activities in housing areas, recreation or work details, responded to and/or reported unusual or irregular incidents to supervisors.

Conducted searches of inmate cells, vehicle, and work areas in an effort to control contraband introduction.

Reported employee and inmate infractions.

Conducted institutional security counts and patrolled housing areas and other secure areas inside the facility to ensure security and to observe inmate activities.

Controlled inmate movement and escorted inmates throughout the facility.

Supervised to maintain custody and security of inmates inside and outside of a correctional facility. Qualified in the operation of firearms and other weapons.

ARMED SECURITY GUARD June 2013-April 2019

Mortiz Security Services Baltimore, MD

Protect property by maintaining a high visibility presence to deter illegal and inappropriate actions, observing either directly, through patrols, or by watching alarm systems or video camera for signs of crime, fire, or disorder; then taking action and reporting any incidents to their client and emergency services and appropriate.

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT August 2008-November 2012(Retired)

Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Baltimore, MD

Performed supervisory and advanced level corrections operations, worked under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior.

Included maintaining order and discipline between inmate and first line supervision over correctional offices and staff and assistant shift leader.

Assigned work, conducted inspections, evaluated performance, and heard employee grievances.

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT June 2006-August 2008

Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Baltimore, MD

Worked at the full performance level requiring some degree of supervision. Maintaining security and discipline both on and of the property of the facility.

Maintained care and custody of inmates while monitoring and supervising their activities and would also, on occasion, be required to guide and/or supervise other employees in the performance of their assigned duties.

Supervised other employees in the performance of their assigned duties.

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER II May 1990-June 2006

Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Baltimore, MD

Observed inmate activities in housing areas, recreation or work details, responded to and/or reported unusual or irregular incidents to supervisors.

Conducted searches of inmate cells, vehicle, and work areas in an effort to control contraband introduction. Reported employee and inmate infractions.

Conducted institutional security counts.

Patrolled housing areas and other secure areas inside the facility to ensure security and to observe inmate activities.

Controlled inmate movement and escorted inmates throughout the facility. Supervised to maintain custody and security of inmates inside and outside of a correctional facility. EDUCATION

EDUCATION

High School Diploma

Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School, Baltimore, MD

TECHINCAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite & Report Writing

CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed Private Investigator, State of Maryland Handgun Permit, Security Guard Certification (10 plus years), Disaster and Emergency Preparedness, Use/User of Force

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