Cody Cox
Lawrenceville
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer adept at supervising inmate activities and ensuring safety compliance. Proven skills in conflict resolution and crisis intervention, with a strong focus on training new staff to uphold facility standards. Seasoned Corrections Officer brings calm, confident presence to in-prison interactions. Safety-focused approach to managing inmate interactions and activity. Compassionate supervision over areas such as recreation, visiting, work and food consumption. Detail-oriented approach to handling adverse and stressful working conditions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Wabash Valley Correctional Facility
Carlisle
01.2019 - Current
- Supervised inmate activities and maintained order within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmates and facility areas for safety compliance.
- Responded to emergencies, utilizing de-escalation techniques and communication skills.
- Monitored inmate behavior, documenting incidents and reporting to supervisors.
- Trained new correctional staff on policies and procedures for effective operations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of inmate movements and daily activities.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
Service Technician
Lincare
Vincennes
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed necessary repairs.
- Installed and maintained respiratory devices for patient use.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure quality service delivery.
- Educated patients on proper equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment parts.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new technicians on procedures and best practices for service tasks.
- Diagnosed problems and determined solutions for various customer issues.
- Communicated with clients for outstanding customer service and to increase repeat business.
- Performed onsite repair of equipment at customer locations.
- Repaired faulty components such as motors, pumps, valves, switches.
- Troubleshot electrical circuits using schematics and diagrams.
- Identified potential problems during routine inspections in order to prevent future breakdowns.
Production Worker
Farbest FoodsInc
Vincennes
02.2013 - 02.2018
- Ensured compliance with safety and quality standards during production.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow.
- Operated machinery to assemble food products efficiently.
- Monitored equipment for proper functioning and reported issues promptly.
- Assisted in training new employees on production tasks and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular cleaning and maintenance of work areas to ensure hygiene.
- Followed standard operating procedures for packaging finished products accurately.
- Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
- Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
- Inspected product quality prior to packaging and shipment.
- Identified defective parts or components and removed them from production line.
Education
GED -
State of Illinois
Lawrenceville, IL02-2012
Skills
- Safety compliance
- De-escalation techniques
- Record keeping
- Crisis intervention
- Training staff
- Emergency response
- Rules enforcement
- Team collaboration
- Documentation accuracy
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Time management
- Prisoner transport
- Weapons training
- First aid and CPR certified
- Evidence preservation
- Gang awareness
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Correctional facility procedures
- Physical fitness
- Mental health awareness
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Wabash Valley Correctional Facility
01.2019 - Current
Service Technician
Lincare
02.2018 - 01.2019
Production Worker
Farbest FoodsInc
02.2013 - 02.2018
GED -
State of Illinois