Custody Officer Resume

Mario Thornton

1757 Stiles Street

Oakmont, PA 15139

(555)-555-5555

[email]

Job Objective Custody Officer seeking a position with an organization in which my expertise and educational background can help.

Highlights of Qualifications:

• Solid Knowledge of the jail and its area
• Proficient with basic computing and word processing
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Strong ability to exercise sound judgment
• Excellent ability to work independently and as a team member

Professional Experience:

Custody Officer

State Street Corp., Oakmont, PA

August 2005 – Present

• Performed activities such as searching and relinquishing of prisoners.
• Ensured complete jail security.
• Supervised jailers or inmates work.
• Supervised inmates during meals.
• Monitored inmates during visitation and recreation time.
• Responded to telephone calls and directed calls to relevant people
• Monitored jail access

Custody Officer

AlliedBarton Security Services, Oakmont, PA

May 2000 – July 2005

• Maintained discipline and safe environment for prisoners and staff
• Supervised prisoner at all relevant stages of the custody process.
• Ensured alert book keeping and submitted reports to appropriate senior staff.
• Carried out surveillance of jail vehicles, jail rooms, visitation and recreational areas.
• Delivered prisoners to their nominated destination at the specified time.
• Maintain order, control, discipline and a safe environment for prisoners, staff and visitors.
• Developed spirit of high morale and cooperation between and amongst prisoners.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Graceland University, Independence, MO