Sheldon Batiste
Oshawa,Ontario
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer 1
Ministry of the Solicitor General
Toronto, Ontario
02.2025 - Current
- Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of inmates, staff, and the public by enforcing institutional rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Conduct regular patrols, head counts, and security checks to maintain order and prevent disturbances or breaches.
- Monitor inmate behavior, de-escalate conflicts, and intervene in incidents using approved communication and control techniques.
- Perform searches of individuals, cells, and facilities to prevent the introduction of contraband or unauthorized items.
- Escort inmates to and from various areas within the facility, including court, medical units, and visitation areas, ensuring strict adherence to security protocols.
- Respond to emergencies, alarms, and incidents including fights, medical crises, and fire evacuations, acting swiftly to contain and resolve issues.
- Lead or assist in institutional emergency response protocols, including fire evacuations, medical emergencies, inmate disturbances, and lockdowns.
- Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records of incidents, inmate conduct, and daily operations for legal and administrative purposes.
- Support rehabilitation by promoting respectful interactions and encouraging compliance with programs and institutional rules.
- Participate in ongoing training related to crisis intervention, use of force, first aid/CPR, ethics, and diversity awareness to maintain operational readiness.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, healthcare professionals, and other correctional staff to ensure coordinated care and facility safety.
Audio Visual Operator/Support Worker
Department of National Defence
Toronto, ON
03.2021 - 02.2025
- Performed audio setup of soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, audio lines and speakers.
- Monitored quality control of audio sources for live and taped productions, adjusting amplification and equalization.
- Completed preventive maintenance to troubleshoot audio malfunctions.
- Worked closely with producer and technical team to create single and multi-camera field productions.
- Optimized algorithm performance with digital signal processing, adaptive files and active noise cancellation to improve quality.
- Previewed scheduled programs to verify signal functionality and transmission readiness.
- Operated console controls to regulate video transmission contrast, brightness and fidelity.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Transport Non-Commissioned Officer Representative
Department of National Defence
Toronto, ON
07.2020 - 02.2025
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Completed daily logs and issued papers to customers.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Added fluids, checked tires, and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
Boatswain
Department of National Defence
Victoria, BC
06.2013 - 07.2020
- Contributed to boat operations by standing watch in the lookout, helmsman, and boatswain's mate positions.
- Prepared for underway operations by repairing, maintaining and stowing equipment.
- Trained and supervised personnel handling shipboard maintenance functions.
- Responded to onboard operational and medical emergencies with calm, level-headed approach.
- Coordinated landing signals for helicopters on multiple ships.
- Determined ship course and location using celestial markers to back up navigation equipment and software systems.
- Stood watch to manage operating conditions and handle risks arising during night voyages.
- Remained current ship navigation and safety plans as backup for Boat Coxn's
- Checked navigation tools and telecommunications equipment prior to embarking on journeys to verify operational status.
Primary Leadership Qualification Staff Member
Department of National Defence
Victoria, BC
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Coordinated resources necessary to provide a clean objective for the students.
- Observed video conferencing to check quality and effectiveness of instruction being provided.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Developed skill-specific training programs to promote employee development.
- Encouraged, empowered and motivated team to accomplish objectives.
- Organized, allocated and verified utilization of resources for daily operations.
- Spearheaded independent and management-directed projects to improve Field operations.
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Helicopter Crash Recuse Hose Handler
Department of National Defence
Victoria, BC
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
(A6) Naval Boarding Team
Department of National Defence
Victoria, BC
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Adhered to safety protocols and properly handled equipment, weapons and materials.
- Trained extensively on weaponry, tactics and methods of battle.
- Planned and carried out installation operations for field communications equipment.
- Responded immediately to routine and critical accidents, incidents and other emergencies.
- Developed physical fitness of recruits with rigorous conditioning program.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Education
Correctional Foundational Training For Correctional Officers -
Ontario Correctional Services College
Hamilton, ON04-2025
Advanced Training Boatswain (QL5) -
Naval Fleet School Pacific
Esquimalt, BC09-2016
Basic Military Qualification -
Department of National Defence
10-2013
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
York Humber High School
Toronto, ON06.2012
Certification
- Standard First Aid and CPR/AED C Certification
- Indigenous Cultural Training
- Ontario GM2 Class Licence
- Restricted and Non-Restricted Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence
- SIG Sauer P225 9MM
- C7 Service Rifle
- 50 Caliber Heavy Machine Gun
- C9 Light Machine Gun
- C8 Carbine
- Heckler Koch MP5
- Remington 870 Shotgun
- FITCO
- Ontario Correctional Fitness Award Program (PIN)
- Performance And Competency Evaluation-10-Common
- COVID-19 Awareness
- Introduction to Gender Based Analysis+
- Safe Driving Course
- Medical First Responder
- Introduction to Defense Ethics
- Helicopter Crash Rescue and Fire Fighting
- Naval Boarding Party
- Battle Damage Control System Operator
- Fall Protection Training
- FF Attack Team Leader
- Naval Environmental Training
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Conversion
- Ship's FireFighting
- Ship's Team Diver
- Apply Media Awareness Program
- Information Security Program
Timeline
Correctional Officer 1
Ministry of the Solicitor General
02.2025 - Current
Audio Visual Operator/Support Worker
Department of National Defence
03.2021 - 02.2025
Transport Non-Commissioned Officer Representative
Department of National Defence
07.2020 - 02.2025
Helicopter Crash Recuse Hose Handler
Department of National Defence
11.2019 - 01.2020
Primary Leadership Qualification Staff Member
Department of National Defence
02.2019 - 06.2020
(A6) Naval Boarding Team
Department of National Defence
05.2015 - 05.2018
Boatswain
Department of National Defence
06.2013 - 07.2020
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
York Humber High School
Correctional Foundational Training For Correctional Officers -
Ontario Correctional Services College
Advanced Training Boatswain (QL5) -
Naval Fleet School Pacific
Basic Military Qualification -
Department of National Defence