Derike Jarman
Raleigh
Summary
Dedicated Master Detention Officer with 12 years of experience in maintaining security and safety in detention and correctional facilities. Highly skilled in conflict resolution and emergency response. Committed to developing strong rapport with inmates and colleagues. Currently seeking a Sergeant Detention Officer position where my years of experience can be applied.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
Correctional Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
Detention Officer
Wake County Sheriff's Office
05.2017 - Current
- Supervised and controlled behavior of up to 96 inmates.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Emergency response
- Mental health awareness
- Incident prevention
- Inmate monitoring
- Relationship building and management
- File and record maintenance
- Policy enforcement
- Staff management
Timeline
Detention Officer
Wake County Sheriff's Office
05.2017 - Current
Correctional Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
Correctional Officer
North Carolina Department of Corrections
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