Scott Dwyer
Torbay,Canada
Summary
Hardworking and reliable with strong background in media relations, corrections, and unionism. Offering problem solving and communication skills and proficiency in social media platforms. Highly organized, proactive, and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Department of Justice
07.2009 - 10.2024
- Enforcing legislation and by-laws in accordance with the Criminal Code of Canada, Prisons Act, and Prisons Regulations.
- Created new documentation, incorporating updated Policy, Procedures, Standing Orders and Post Orders.
- Streamlined inventory management by creating spreadsheets to maintain records.
- Reviewed video surveillance and complied applicable exerts by the Security Captain.
- Responding to emergency situations.
- Assisting inmates throughout their term of incarceration and reporting and documenting pertinent information on a daily basis.
- Maintaining a safe and secure environment by the use of security practices, control tactics, and verbal intervention.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behaviour and swift intervention during conflicts.
Sergeant - Acting
Department of Justice
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Supervising staff and making operational decisions.
- Providing direction and ensuring work is completed in accordance with policy directives, procedures, and legislation.
- Displaying an ability to lead others.
- Displaying an ability to manage time and complete staff schedules.
- Displaying an ability to communicate effectively (oral and written).
- Liaising between correctional staff and management; respecting the chain of command; fostering respectful relationship building.
- Mentoring staff.
- Fostering dialogue between inmates and staff to avoid conflicts and improve conditions.
Photo Editor / Editorial Assistant
The Newfoundland Herald
10.1998 - 07.2009
- Edited a variety of editorial content and submissions on a weekly basis.
- Created and maintained archival and research databases.
- Covered numerous press briefings, political campaigns, provincial budgets, labour disputes, live breaking news, and conferences as a photographer.
- Collaborated with Graphic Artists to establish content for publication.
- Hired photographers for specialized photoshoots and scheduled locations and subjects.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines.
Chyron Operator
NTV News
11.2007 - 07.2009
- Assisted NTV News Producer with graphics required for video production.
- Input data and graphics during live broadcasts.
- Created visual graphics daily.
- Successfully met deadlines on a daily basis.
Union Involvement
NAPE
04.2012 - 05.2021
- Component Board Member for Corrections (Component 7).
- Finance Committee member with NAPE.
- Former President of Local 7701.
- Held Shop Steward and Secretary positions in Local 7701.
- Previous member of Pensions Committee with NAPE.
- Member of multiple negotiating teams for Corrections.
- Represented Corrections at numerous Working Sessions of Correctional Officers and Youth Facility Workers in Ottawa.
- Attended a variety of conferences, training sessions, and conventions on behalf of Corrections and Local 7701.
Education
Computer Programming
Keyin Technical College
St. John's, NL1997
High School Diaplona -
Holy Heart of Mary Regional High
St. John's, NL06.1994
Skills
- Proficient in research and statistical data
- Proven document writing and presentation skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Efficient in maintaining a variety of social media platforms
- Analytical thinker and problem solver
- Conflict resolution certification
- First Aid Training / Mental Health First Aid
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Sergeant - Acting
Department of Justice
01.2019 - 12.2022
Union Involvement
NAPE
04.2012 - 05.2021
Correctional Officer
Department of Justice
07.2009 - 10.2024
Chyron Operator
NTV News
11.2007 - 07.2009
Photo Editor / Editorial Assistant
The Newfoundland Herald
10.1998 - 07.2009
Computer Programming
Keyin Technical College
High School Diaplona -
Holy Heart of Mary Regional High
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