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Andrew Zatyczyc

Collegeville

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Corrections Officer at PA DOC, skilled in de-escalation techniques and security procedures. Proven ability to maintain safety and compliance while effectively interacting with diverse populations. Committed to fostering a secure environment through strong human relations and mental health training expertise.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Juvenile Correctional Officer

Abraxas
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Supervised youth's daily activities for school, meals, and recreation time.
  • Observed and recorded mental and physical health of each juvenile offender.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Transported juvenile inmates to and from court hearings, medical facilities, classes, or recreational activities.
  • Completed incident reports when disorder or violence occurs.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.

Corrections Officer

PA DOC
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals, and work sites.
  • Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
  • Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
  • Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
  • Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.

Corrections Officer

Geo Group Inc
07.2020 - 04.2023
  • Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
  • Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
  • Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals, and work sites.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
  • Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
  • Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
  • Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Spring-Ford Senior High School
Royersford, PA
06-2019

Skills

  • De-escalation techniques
  • Mental health training
  • Restraint techniques
  • Security procedures
  • First aid and CPR
  • Facility operations
  • Human relations
  • Self-defense training
  • Human nature expertise
  • Interactions concepts

Languages

Italian
Elementary

Timeline

Juvenile Correctional Officer

Abraxas
01.2024 - 10.2024

Corrections Officer

PA DOC
06.2023 - 01.2024

Corrections Officer

Geo Group Inc
07.2020 - 04.2023

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
07.2019 - 02.2020

High School Diploma -

Spring-Ford Senior High School

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