Christopher Stark
Goshen
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced with maintaining order and security in detention facilities. Utilizes conflict resolution and leadership skills to manage high-stress situations effectively. Track record of fostering team collaboration and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Supervisor
St Joseph County Juvenile Justice
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented innovative conflict resolution techniques, resulting in fewer altercations among Residents.
- Managed staffing schedules efficiently, reducing overtime costs without compromising safety standards.
- Operated radio, telephone equipment and console monitors.
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct, ensuring fair treatment for all involved parties.
- Maintained poise and self-control during mental stress.
- Maintained order, safety and security of residents in correctional facility.
- Established strong working relationships with law enforcement agencies to facilitate smooth transfers of detainees between facilities as needed.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
Correctional Lieutenant
Miami Correctional Facility
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Settled disputes between inmates.
- Supervised and made cell assignments.
- Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
- Conducted investigations of inmate disturbances and incidents.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing feedback as necessary.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Supervised visitation and checked visitors for proper identification and contraband.
- Conducted urinalysis tests on staff and inmates to test for illicit drugs.
- Provided guidance to staff on proper application of correctional policies and procedures.
- Participated in court proceedings as required by law or department policy.
- Provided leadership and supervision to subordinate staff.
- Implemented appropriate discipline measures following review of investigation results.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Correctional Sergeant
Miami Correctional Facility
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Maintained records related to inmate movements, disciplinary actions taken against inmates, grievances filed by prisoners and other relevant data.
- Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
- Enforced discipline among inmates according to established rules and regulations.
Correctional Officer
Miami Correctional Facility
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Interpreted laws, rules and regulations governing the operations of a correctional facility.
- Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
- Assessed staffing needs and implemented appropriate corrective actions when needed.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Reviewed daily logs to ensure accuracy of reported information related to inmate activities and personnel issues.
- Advised inmates on available resources for rehabilitation purposes.
- Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Prepared written reports summarizing investigations into allegations of misconduct or violations of policy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN12-2024
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement Conservation
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN05-2020
Skills
- Central Control
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Safety-Oriented
- Weapons Training
- Administration
- Rule Enforcement
- Emergency Response
- Security Procedures
- Records Maintenance
- Officer Training
- Rules of Conduct
- Staff Supervision
- Crowd Control
- Inspections
- Restraint techniques
- Staff management
- Incident reporting
- Inmate supervision
- Security protocols
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Crisis management
- Officer training
- Public safety
Certification
Stinger Grenade Trained
Quick Response Team Certified
OC Certified
Principles of Custody Supervision Intructor
Timeline
Detention Supervisor
St Joseph County Juvenile Justice
01.2024 - Current
Correctional Lieutenant
Miami Correctional Facility
07.2022 - 01.2024
Correctional Sergeant
Miami Correctional Facility
05.2020 - 07.2022
Correctional Officer
Miami Correctional Facility
07.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
Vincennes University
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement Conservation
Vincennes University
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
Current Training
Stress Crisis Management Certified
Trauma Informed Care Certified
OC-10 Training
CPR Certified
Past Training
Taser Certified
OC Certified
Stinger Grenade Certified
Quick Response Team Training
Interviewing Skills Certified
Leadership Academy's Through Indiana Department of Corrections.
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