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Thomas Newcomer

Hillsborough

Summary

Dynamic Probation Parole Officer with extensive experience at the North Carolina Department of Corrections, excelling in offender supervision and behavioral assessment. Proven ability to enhance public safety through effective de-escalation techniques and policy enforcement. Recognized for fostering positive outcomes in high-stress environments while maintaining professional ethics and excellent communication skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Probation Parole Officer

North Carolina Department of Corrections
11.1998 - 10.2024

Supervise pretrial, post-release, and defendants ordered by the judicial system to serve a probationary sentence.

Ensured public safety within the community served.

Conducted warrantless searches of offenders' persons, vehicles, and residences.

Facilitated transfer of apprehended individuals to detention facility.

Part of my duties included out of state extradition trips.

General Instuctor

North Carolina Department of Corrections
05.2003 - 08.2024
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • NC DAC FIre arms instructor
  • NC DAC CRDT ( self defense )
  • FBI Patrol Rifle instructor school
  • Extradition instructor
  • OC instructor

Correctional Officer

North Carolina Department of Corrections
11.1998 - 03.2008
  • 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.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.

Education

Criminal Justice

Alamance Community College
Graham, NC

Skills

  • Offender supervision
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Policy enforcement
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Decision-making
  • Trained in defensive tactics
  • Professional ethics
  • Law enforcement
  • Public safety
  • Court procedures

Timeline

General Instuctor

North Carolina Department of Corrections
05.2003 - 08.2024

Probation Parole Officer

North Carolina Department of Corrections
11.1998 - 10.2024

Correctional Officer

North Carolina Department of Corrections
11.1998 - 03.2008

Criminal Justice

Alamance Community College
Thomas Newcomer