Resume For Correctional Officer or Peer Counselor

Rajan Sharma
956/6, Gandhi Nagar,
Delhi – 110011
(+91-11) 456 789

CAREER OBJECTIVE
To secure a position within the Department of Corrections.



SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Over 10 years experience in law enforcement.

Proven ability in creating cooperation and good will within working environment.

Demonstrated success in interfacing with marketing and public relations principles in substance abuse treatment centers.

Excellent interpersonal skills with staff, inmate population and community.

Crisis intervention with D.O.C. employees and families.

Firearms qualified: 357, 9mm, M16, shotgun.



PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT
1992 - Present Department of Corrections Stress Program. Nashville, TN
Correctional Officer/Peer Counselor

Worked with staff to identify troubled or “burnt out” employees by providing guidance, formulating treatment programs and informing them of community resources.

1989-1992 Knoxville SECC; Samuel Balderdash/TCI Nashville, TN
Correctional Officer

Care, custody and control of inmate population assigned to my housing area.

1985-1989 Nashville Police Department, Nashville, TN
Patrolman

Patrolled assigned areas, maintained peace, enforced Chapter 90 Motor Vehicle laws and City of Nashville By-laws; general patrol responsibilities.



ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Was instrumental in preventing suicides; also dealt with families after suicide attempts.

Arranged for scholarships/financial assistance, in amounts up to $10,000, for employees to receive treatment at inpatient facilities.

Instructor, Stress Management for in-service employees as well as recruits.

Commissioner’s written Commendation for Perfect Attendance: 1990-92.



EDUCATION
B.A., Criminal Justice 1984
Hamline University, St. Paul, MN

D.O.C. Training Academy, Nashville. TN 1985