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Anthony Mays

Mt. Vernon

Summary

Correctional Officer with 8+ years of experience in maintaining security and safety within a medium-security prison environment. Proficient in radio communication, inmate supervision, and policy enforcement, ensuring a secure atmosphere for staff, inmates, and visitors. Committed to upholding disciplinary standards and facilitating essential programs, with a focus on effective time management and multitasking. Dedicated and hardworking 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.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Illinois Department Of Corrections
01.2017 - Current
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.

Temporary Worker

City of Mt. Vernon
04.2014 - 08.2015
  • Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure compliance.
  • Monitored equipment performance, identifying maintenance needs to prevent downtime.
  • Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
  • Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.

Education

Criminal Justice

Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH
05-2020

Skills

  • Certified in first aid
  • Emergency response
  • Inmate supervision
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Effective restraint techniques
  • Inmate supervision
  • Secure prisoner transport
  • Contraband inspections
  • Effective radio communication
  • Certified in first aid and CPR
  • Decision-making
  • Effective multitasking

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Illinois Department Of Corrections
01.2017 - Current

Temporary Worker

City of Mt. Vernon
04.2014 - 08.2015

Criminal Justice

Eastern Gateway Community College
Anthony Mays