Brandon Abe
Altoona
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience in maintaining safety and security within correctional facilities. Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis management, ensuring a secure environment for both staff and inmates. Proficient in the implementation of safety protocols and emergency response procedures, minimizing risks and promoting rehabilitation. Strong communicator with a commitment to building trust and rapport with inmates to facilitate their successful reintegration into society.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GS8 Correctional Officer
FCI Cumberland
Cumberland, Maryland
12.2023 - Current
- Dedicated correctional officer with over Seventeen years of experience in managing inmate populations and ensuring facility security.
- Skilled in conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to maintain safety in high-pressure environments.
- Strong knowledge of correctional policies, procedures, and regulations to promote lawful and ethical inmate treatment.
- Ability to build rapport with inmates while enforcing rules and maintaining order within the facility.
- Proficient in conducting thorough searches and inspections to prevent contraband and ensure facility security.
- Committed to ongoing professional development and training in crisis intervention and emergency response.
- Proven track record of maintaining a safe and rehabilitative environment for individuals in custody.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with law enforcement and social service agencies.
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
North Branch Correctional Facility State of Maryland
Cumberland, Maryland
04.2009 - 12.2023
- I have 17 Plus years of experience from a wide range of atmospheres involved with this line of work. I did 15 plus years working for the State of Maryland, where I did a range of job duties which consist of Supervising housing Units to include the supervision of inmates, and also the supervision of staff that worked there. I also did transportation of inmates from doctor visits of court appearances. I belong to a tactical team that trained for various types of emergencies that could happen. Since I have been a part of The Federal Bureau of Prisons. I have pride in my work ethic and the ability and willingness to learn and move up. I have accomplished a lot in a little bit of time for example BPT, and ERT training. I also have all the certifications needed to work as a GS9 Lieutenant and have done so for FCI Cumberland on numerous occasions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Hill High School
Cumberland, MD05-2005
Skills
- Communication
- Crisis
- Reportwriting
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Observation
- Negotiation
- Resilience
- Surveillance
- Prisoner transport
- Staff management
- Evidence preservation
Certification
I am BPT certified and part of the ERT team. I have also done my training in CIMS and IDC to be able to work as an Activities Lieutenant. I am also NIK tested certified and done so on many occasions and have experience in doing so. I have worked as an Activities Lieutenant on occasions from time to time when needed and asked to as a GS8. I have several Time off Awards for my good work ethic and willingness to learn. My Training as an Activities Lieutenant is as follows.
Knowledge of serving incident reports and Investigations, SIS Packets, Protective Custody Packets, 583 Packets,Institutional Rounds, SHU Rounds, Supervising and directing staff during medical emergencies and other emergencies, Inmate Detail Census,Photosheets, TRU Intel, Synopsis to region, Drycell Inmates, Restraint Inmates, Single Cell Reports, Staff Roster consisting of calling overtime and augments along with scheduling medical trips, Identifying Inmates that are being released and Medical trip while making sure restraints are satisfactory.
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Timeline
GS8 Correctional Officer
FCI Cumberland
12.2023 - Current
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
North Branch Correctional Facility State of Maryland
04.2009 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Fort Hill High School
Time Off Awards
I Have Multiple Time off Awards for excelling in my job duties.