Sample Resumes

John Carter,
3421 W. Long Avenue,
Seattle, WA 98109,
ph: 404-555-5555,

Seeking a rewarding position as juvenile detention officer to protect public and fully utilize my experience.

Summary of Qualifications:

• Knowledge of policy, procedures and responsibilities concerning the operation of the facility.
• Knowledge of practices and procedures for the protection and safekeeping of inmates.
• Ability to maintain complete records and make routine reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Knowledge of the operation of the court system, including procedures and security.

Professional Experience:

• Processed juveniles into and out of custody.
• Searched juveniles and cells for weapons, valuables, drugs or other contraband items.
• Arranged passenger vehicles and trucks to transport juveniles to other sites.
• Enforced all regulations of the facility.
• Prepared and maintained appropriate facility and juvenile records and reports.
• Collected data on juveniles to compile social history.
• Provided data for use in diagnosis and court reports.

• Monitored eating, bathing and dressing of juveniles.
• Maintained safety of the pod on assigned shift.
• Assured that security procedures are followed.
• Searched quarters and new admissions for contraband and hazardous items.
• Observed and recorded behavior.
• Prepared a file on each juvenile admitted to the facility.
• Maintained a shift record of activities of juveniles.
• Assisted the arresting law enforcement officer.

Education and Certification:

First Aid and CPR certification (1994)