A clear and interesting correctional officer resume will go a long way to help you land the job you want. Be sure to include specific details, including your objective, training, previous employment, and current availability. All correctional officer resumes should take this approach.
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Ross Job-seeker
106 East Avenue
Any Town, USA 99999
Home: (888) 888-8888
Cell: (888) 888-7777
rjobseeker@sampleresume.com
OBJECTIVE
A position as a Correctional Officer
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Sound communication skills, knowledge of correctional industry, good leadership qualities
EXPERIENCE
Correctional Officer, 2000 to present:
Big City State Prison, Big City, USA.
Responsible for overseeing individuals in prison awaiting trial. Maintained security and accountability of inmates to prevent disturbances, escapes, assaults, etc.
Assistant Correctional Officer, 1998-2000:
Big City State Prison, Big City, USA.
Assisted officers with discipline and security, cell inspections, and work supervision.
EDUCATION
A.A. in Criminal Justice, 1999 Any City Community College, Any City, USA
ACCOLADES AND INVOLVEMENTS
American Association of Correctional Officers
Chapter President, 2006
NOTE: Keep in mind that the sample correctional officer resume above is just that-a sample. A complete correctional officer resume might run one to two pages. However, this one will show you how to get started.
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