Dan Johnson
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Officer
Government
Auckland, Auckland NZ
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Protected confidential information from unauthorized access while maintaining accurate records pertaining to case files.
- Coordinated activities with local law enforcement agencies during arrests of suspects wanted on outstanding warrants.
- Escorted prisoners between jail facilities and courthouses for hearings or trials.
- Monitored defendants released on bail or recognizance until their cases were resolved.
- Inspected documents presented to the court for accuracy and completeness prior to trial or hearing.
- Enforced court orders and judgments as directed by the judge.
- Verified identification documents submitted by litigants prior to allowing entry into the courtroom.
- Collected fines imposed by the court from persons found guilty of violating laws or ordinances.
- Escorted jury to areas outside of courtroom to prevent jury contact with public.
- Enforced courtroom rules of behavior to eliminate disruptions.
- Screened persons entering courthouse with magnetometers to retain unauthorized firearms and contraband.
- Applied training and non-lethal tools such as stun cuffs to maintain prisoner security.
Prison Officer
Department of Justice & Legislation
Ravenhall, Victoria
02.2008 - 11.2021
- Reported any suspicious activity to supervisors or appropriate authorities promptly.
- Provided surveillance of inmates in living and recreational areas to ensure safety and security.
- Conducted searches for contraband items including drugs, weapons, and other prohibited materials.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all aspects of each shift worked.
- Participated in regular meetings with other correctional officers to discuss security issues.
- Escorted visitors into the prison facility while ensuring that all safety protocols were followed.
- Organized educational programs aimed at helping inmates prepare for reintegration into society.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fights or attempted escapes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions with inmates in order to teach problem-solving skills.
- Created individualized plans for managing inmate behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Trained new officers on proper procedures for handling a variety of scenarios.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
- Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Implemented rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing recidivism among inmates.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
Recruitment Consultant
Privately owned
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Regularly monitored progress of active searches against set timelines.
- Sourced suitable external recruiters or agencies when necessary.
- Provided feedback during post-interview debriefs with hiring managers.
- Advised clients on best practices when recruiting new employees.
- Organized and facilitated career fairs in order to source qualified candidates.
- Attended industry events and conferences to network with potential hires.
- Collaborated with department heads to ensure recruitment strategies were aligned with organizational objectives.
- Planned and executed recruitment events to bring in area candidates.
- Reviewed referral candidates and contacted qualified individuals to request applications.
Education
Certificate - Certified Trauma-Informed Coach
The Centre For Healing
Melbourne, VIC06-2024
Certificate - Corrections
Government Victoria
Melbourne, VIC03-2010
High School Diploma -
Hillary College
New Zealand11-1985
Skills
- Contraband Seizure
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Physical Fitness
- Security Procedures
- Crisis Management
- Firearms proficiency
- First Aid Training
- Prisoner Transport
- Inmate Supervision
- Non-violent intervention
- Facility Security
- Emergency Response
- Records Management
- CCTV Monitoring
- Search and seize procedures
- Crime Prevention
- Surveillance
- Relationship building and management
- Staff Management
- Suicide Prevention
- Excellent problem solver
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Juvenile court procedures
- Stress Tolerance
- Visitation guidelines understanding
Languages
Samoan
Professional
Tongan
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Court Officer
Government
12.2023 - 05.2024
Prison Officer
Department of Justice & Legislation
02.2008 - 11.2021
Recruitment Consultant
Privately owned
01.2005 - 01.2008
Certificate - Certified Trauma-Informed Coach
The Centre For Healing
Certificate - Corrections
Government Victoria
High School Diploma -
Hillary College
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