JOSHUA ST. MICHAEL
Bakersfield
Summary
Results-oriented Correctional Officer with extensive experience in crisis management and conflict resolution at Wasco State Prison. Expertise in emergency response and effective communication, enhancing safety protocols and reducing disciplinary incidents. Knowledgeable Sergeant skilled in managing inmate populations and maintaining security protocols in high-pressure environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Wasco State Prison
08.2007 - Current
- Ensured facility safety by monitoring inmate behavior and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained security by assisting in contraband searches and inspections.
- Documented incidents, creating reports to support investigations and standard procedures.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement effective conflict resolution strategies among inmates.
- Conducted regular inspections, identifying potential safety hazards throughout the facility.
Derrickhand
Ensign Drilling Energy Services
10.2004 - 04.2007
- Enhanced drilling equipment performance through diligent operation and maintenance.
- Executed safe rigging procedures, adhering to strict operational safety standards.
- Monitored drilling parameters, reporting abnormalities to optimize operational efficiency.
- Conducted inspections of tools, proactively identifying and addressing maintenance needs.
- Trained junior crew members on safety and equipment handling for team effectiveness.
- Collaborated with team to complete well tasks efficiently under high-pressure conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgeview High School
8501 Stine Road Bakersfield, Ca 9331306-2001
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- Crisis management skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Search and seizure procedures
- Safety
- Stress tolerance
- Relationship building and management
- Suicide prevention
- Gang awareness
- Emergency management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Staff management
- Negotiation
- Conflict resolution
- Incident reporting
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Wasco State Prison
08.2007 - Current
Derrickhand
Ensign Drilling Energy Services
10.2004 - 04.2007
High School Diploma -
Ridgeview High School