Cordell Joyner
CITY_US Wilson
Summary
Experienced Correctional Officer specializing in crisis management and de-escalation techniques. Achieved safety and order within facilities by effectively managing high-risk situations and resolving conflicts. Focused on collaboration, adaptability, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. I'm also on the PERT Team with the Prison ( Prison Emergency Response Team). We deal with any emergency with the prison systems in NC, like Riots, Facilities searches, and Escapes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer III
Maury Correctional Institution
Maury, NC
10.2018 - Current
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain safety and order within facility.
- Monitored inmate activities and ensured compliance with institutional regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, applying de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Documented incidents accurately to support investigations and maintain detailed records.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- 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.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Facilitated effective emergency response drills, preparing staff for potential crises.
- Supported reentry programs that prepared inmates for successful integration into society.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Lenior High
Lagrange, NC 06-2011
Skills
- Safety and security enforcement
- De-escalation tactics
- Conflict resolution
- Inmate monitoring
- Surveillance
- Observation
- Emergency response
- Crisis management
- De-escalation techniques
- Defensive tactics training
- Physical intervention techniques
- Non-lethal weapon handling
- Self-defense
- Facility security
- Mental health awareness
- Stress tolerance
- Relationship management
- Safety
- Security procedures
Timeline
Correctional Officer III
Maury Correctional Institution
10.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
North Lenior High