Jordan Mankus
East Dublin
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer with extensive experience at Johnson State Prison, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Johnson State Prison
Wrightsville, GA
11.2022 - Current
- Monitored inmate activities to maintain safety and order within facility.
- Conducted regular security inspections to identify potential hazards or breaches.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, employing de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Documented incidents and daily activities in logbooks for accurate record-keeping.
- Collaborated with staff to implement rehabilitation programs promoting inmate reintegration.
- Trained new officers on protocols, procedures, and emergency response strategies.
- Developed and enforced policies ensuring compliance with state regulations and standards.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Supported the re-entry process for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources, such as job training programs and community-based services.
- Implemented innovative inmate management techniques, leading to decrease in disciplinary incidents.
- Assisted in crisis negotiations, preventing escalations and ensuring safety of inmates and staff.
- Improved compliance with state and federal regulations by updating and enforcing facility policies.
- Ensured security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
- Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
- Contributed to policy development, ensuring alignment with best practices in corrections management.
- Enhanced staff training programs, leading to improved operational standards.
- Mitigated potential security breaches with vigilant contraband detection practices.
- Streamlined inmate check-in and processing, increasing efficiency.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
- Promoted inmate welfare by monitoring and addressing health concerns promptly.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Oversaw visitation sessions, maintaining order and ensuring safety of all parties involved.
- Fostered supportive environment for inmate rehabilitation with educational and vocational training programs.
- Bolstered team morale and cooperation through effective leadership and communication.
- Facilitated effective emergency response drills, preparing staff for potential crises.
- Cultivated positive relations with inmates, reducing tensions and promoting safer environment.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Construction Worker
Big Boy Toys Underground
Milledgeville, GA
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate excavation and material transport.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met efficiently.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in site preparation, including grading and leveling areas for construction activities.
- Followed safety protocols rigorously to minimize workplace hazards and accidents.
- Trained new workers on operational procedures and safety standards effectively.
- Conducted quality checks on materials delivered to site, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency during construction projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
Forklift Operator
JDR Enterprises
Madison, GA
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
Forklift Operator
General Mills
Social Circle, GA
09.2015 - 03.2019
- Operated forklifts to transport materials, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse processes and reduce delays.
- Assisted in training new staff on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Implemented improvements in inventory management practices, enhancing accuracy and tracking.
- Monitored stock levels, coordinating with supervisors for timely replenishment of supplies.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area, promoting a safe working environment.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
Forklift Operator
Schwan's Global Supply Chain Inc.
Suwanee, GA
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accurate inventory management.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes for improved efficiency.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to promote safety and productivity.
- Trained new staff on safe forklift operation and warehouse procedures.
- Implemented best practices for material handling, reducing damage incidents.
- Assisted in inventory audits, contributing to accurate stock levels and reporting.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walnut Grove High School
Loganville, GA05-2014
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Contraband seizure
- Self-defense techniques
- Safety
- Security procedures
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Weapons training
- Facility security
- Relationship building and management
- Stress tolerance
- Prisoner transport
- Crisis management
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Johnson State Prison
11.2022 - Current
Construction Worker
Big Boy Toys Underground
11.2021 - 04.2024
Forklift Operator
JDR Enterprises
04.2019 - 05.2021
Forklift Operator
General Mills
09.2015 - 03.2019
Forklift Operator
Schwan's Global Supply Chain Inc.
10.2014 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Walnut Grove High School