For the past 5 years of 20years Bureau of Prison Experience has been performing the duties of Environmental Health Safety Supervisor at the Bureau of Prisons Springfield, Missouri (USMCFP) responsible for developing and implementing programs to meet confined inmates' needs, providing training courses for staff and inmates, identifying accident causes and optimal prevention strategies, eliminate potential dangerous behaviors impacting worker safety, assist in writing institutional policy, briefings to local executive staff, complete JCAHO tracer reports, inspect new construction sites or renovation sites for compliance with National Fire Codes and participated in Operational reviews or comparable audits.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Service Worker
Water &Lights City of Columbia
10.2023 - 01.2024
· Contact customers with delinquent accounts and attempt to collect money owed or make other payment arrangements. Evaluate, investigate, and resolve billing concerns related to radio read meters.
· Connect and disconnect electric and water services for utility customers as indicated on work order,
· Install new electric and water meters. Investigate high water or electric bill complaints, reread meters, check other connections, and report defects. Perform skilled and lead work disconnecting and connecting water/electric services, investigating tamping, reading meters, and documenting work daily.
· Assigned to Utility Locator for over 12 months W&L Duties include skilled working to determine exact locations of and making underground water mains, power lines, and fiber lines, as well as preventing damage during construction work.
· Electronic utility maps and special electromagnetic locating equipment can be utilized to locate underground electrical utility wires, water mains, and sewer mains.
· Meeting with contractors, homeowners, and city crews daily to assess proposed dig sites and discuss locations of underground utilities.
· Test and locate faults in UG electric cables, utilizing fault-finding equipment, reading blueprints or other engineering drawings to local buried lines.
· I can perform journey-level skilled technical work to install, modify, maintain, repair, and program various communication equipment and fiber optic cable facilities to help provide reliable communication to electrical substations and all city departments.
.I can work with customers to determine fiber optic needs. Perform design, installation, and maintenance including fiber splicing, testing, and path creation.
· I can install, configure, tune, test, and maintain Lan mobile radio transmitters, receivers, and antennas, including capacitor bank and load management controls.
· I can provide reliable communication between electric substations for relay protection and SCADA operations. Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair sonnet multiplexers, wireless radios, and fiber optic cables.
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prison USMCFP
12.2017 - 03.2022
Drove continuous improvement initiatives within environmental health, safety, and sanitation areas.
Compiled reports and provided training courses.
Investigated complaints and expediently resolved concerns.
Investigated incidents affecting health.
Attended court cases and provided evidence in court.
Recommended measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes, and materials.
Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
Developed recommendations to reduce hazards by improving gear, behaviors, and procedures.
Eliminated dangerous behaviors potentially impacting worker safety in correctional settings through careful analysis and process optimization.
Optimized new employee training on gear and procedures to maximize team safety.
Collected samples of materials and coordinated testing for hazardous conditions.
Built successful hygiene programs based on techniques such as atmospheric monitoring and noise surveys to provide ongoing worker support.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Performed duties by applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
Evaluated workplace conformance with OSHA standards and Federal regulations, implementing immediate strategies to resolve deficiencies.
Assisted Supervisor in the development, implementation, and oversight of written management plans addressing major program areas of environmental care.
Assisted emergency preparedness officer with emergency management drills, and completed Hazard vulnerability analysis annually.
Ensures hospital utility system and medical equipment, are in compliance with Utilities Management Plan and JCAHO standards and maintained at regular intervals.
Provided expertise and technical assistance to the Environmental and Safety Compliance Administrator regarding the environment of care compliance and issues.
Drafted reports for environment of care areas for reviews/approval by supervisor.
Assisted in writing institution-written survey reports.
Reviewed contractor safety performance metrics regularly, ensuring adherence to established health and safety standards throughout project durations.
Prepared draft updates for the environment of care management plans to comply with laws and regulations.
Collected information/data and made recommendations to improve the environment of care initiatives
Gathered data and proposed changes in evaluating institution practices that impacted the environment of care programs
Chaired committees that analyzed problems within a specific environment of care area and recommended appropriate policy changes or revisions.
Developed and provided persuasive briefings related to changes in the environment of care standards and survey preparations.
Developed an institutional environment of care training program and provided training to staff and inmates.
Inspected new construction sites or renovation sites for compliance with the National Fire Codes to ensure compliance with the environment of care life standards related to Life Safety.
Part of identifying deficiencies or deviations from the environment of care management plans/policy, and implementing appropriate corrective action.
Application of safety and environmental health guidelines utilizing established procedures such as hazardous material compatibility and electrical safety.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement risk reduction measures, minimizing potential environmental incidents.
Developed key performance indicators for environmental health and safety initiatives, allowing for accurate tracking, measurement, and refinement of ongoing efforts.
Assisted in the development of new policies aimed at promoting environmentally friendly operations across company facilities.
Special Investigative Technician
Federal Bureau Of Prisons USMCFP Springfield, MO
08.2011 - 01.2017
Gathering intelligence and submitting the information into the Truintel system.
Prepared written results of investigations of inmates involved in assaults, Homicide, Suicide, fights, and sexual acts (PREA)
Interview inmates involved in an incident, utilizing CCTV camera systems, Trufone, and Trulincs and, and collecting evidence that assists in an investigation.
Submitting referrals to AUSA for processing and completing subpoenas that are requested by outside law enforcement.
Validating security threat groups or disruptive group members by submitting photographs of tattoos, self-admittance forms, letters, and PSI into Truintel the system.
Coordinating urinalysis program for the institution to ensure all inmates with hx of prior use of illegal drugs are completed promptly and submitting all information into Truintel system.
Responded to sensitive outside inquiries and/or communicated via telephone with other federal agencies regarding inmates.
Seasoned Officer who has completed many calculated/immediate use of force teams and individually assisted staff in preparing written memorandums and incident reports.
Control Center Officer with the duties of preparing official institutional counts, testing all radios ensuring good working order, activating emergency alerts, and ensuring staff is directed to correct area.
Coordinating with outside ambulance for transportation of inmates to outside local hospital.
Riot Control Team Member trained to participate in controlling group of inmates during disturbance.
Proficient training in all less lethal munitions
Supervised detail of inmate workers assigned to outside ground crew and housekeeping crews
Rear Gate Officer duties include conducting vehicle searches for contraband, and pat search of inmates assigned in rear gate area.
Ensured staff and contractors were properly identified before entering or exiting rear gate.
Planned and presented formal training to staff on fire safety, security procedures, and disturbance control.
Senior Officer Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prisons, USMCFP Springfield
12.2004 - 08.2011
Control Center Officer with the duties of preparing official institutional counts, testing of all radios (Body Alarms) ensuring good working order, activating emergency alerts and ensuring staff is directed to the correct area, and coordinating the outside EMSA to transport inmates to outside the hospital for emergency.
Coordinated medical escort trips with correctional services, psychology services, and the inmate system department.
Responsible for testing the emergency preparedness system to ensure it worked correctly, and maintaining the lieutenant's log detailing the pertinent information and activities during each shift.
Seasoned Officer who has completed many calculated/immediate use of force teams and individually assisted staff in preparing written memorandums and incident reports.
Disturbance Riot Control Team is trained to participate in controlling a group of inmates during a disturbance and the squad leader leads a planned scenario such as Civil Disturbance.
Proficient training in all less lethal munitions
Rear Gate Officer duties include conducting vehicle searches for contraband, and pat search of inmates assigned in the rear gate area.
Ensured staff and contractors were properly identified before entering or exiting the rear gate.
Planned and presented formal training to staff on fire safety, security procedures, and disturbance control.
Assisted in writing policies
Assigned Housing Unit Supervisor and supervised inmate detail crew assigned to that area including orderly, hospital housekeeper, and attendant.
Supervised large groups of inmates in my assigned positions/duties: staying alert for any suspicious behavior/activity during inmate meals being served at the main line, and supervised inmates outside recreation yards.
Senior Officer
United States Penitentiary Lee County
02.2002 - 12.2004
Control Center Officer with duties of preparing official institutional counts, testing all radios (Body Alarms) ensuring good working order, activating emergency alerts and ensuring staff is directed to the correct area, and coordinating the outside EMSA to transport the inmate to an outside hospital for emergency.
Planned and presented formal training to staff on fire safety, security procedures, and disturbance control.
Supervised large groups of inmates in my assigned positions/duties: staying alert for any suspicious behavior/activity during inmate meals being served at the main line, and supervised inmates outside recreation yards.
Security Response to inmate disturbances, assaults, fights, and medical emergencies
Responsible for supervising large housing units in the Maximum security facility
Conducted sanitary safety inspections in Housing unit documented findings and recommended corrective action.
Quarterly safety talks to inmate detail crews
Senior Officer assigned to East and West corridors of facility: conducting random pat searches, utilizing metal detectors for contraband, and conducting random breathalyzer tests.
Compound Officer duties: Control movement on compound, conduct pat and visual searches, random breathalyzer and urinalysis on inmates.
Assigning staff to conduct random area searches for contraband in unicor, warehouse, recreation area, and main yard.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Ozark Technical Community College
Springfield, MO
Phlebotomy - Phelebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2022
High School Diploma -
Abilene High School
Abilene, TX
05.1988
Skills
Occupational health
OSHA and EPA regulations
Flammable solvents
Safe chemical handling
General security
Safety data sheets
Active Listening
Interpersonal Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Organization and Time Management
Team building
Training and Development
Teamwork and Collaboration
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Self-Motivated
Data Entry
Certification
Evidence Recovery Team Leader
CIM Certified
CPR/AED
IDO certified
Basic prisoner transportation certified
SCBA and FIT testing
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Occupational Safety and Environmental Health
National Response Plan (FEMA is-800)
National Incident Management System (FEMA is-700)
ICS for Single and Initial Action Incident (FEMA is 200)
Incident Command System (is-100)
OSHA 511-Gov Standards for General Industry
Disturbance Control Team Member June 2019
Asbestos Inspector Training 2018
Missouri Asbestos Regulation Examination
Alternative Repute Resolution 2017
Veteran employment training 2017
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act 2017
EEO for Managers/Supervisors BOP 2017
Contracting Administration BOP 2017
Contracting Administration Vendor 2017
Legal Procurement Integrity 2017
Continuity of Operations (COOP) gov 2017
Hiring Reform Act BOP (Bureau of Prisons)
Green purchasing for civilian acquisition 2017
Lift Truck Operator-Certified 2017
Small Business Program 2016
Center for Urban and Industrial Pest Management
Ethics and Procurement Integrity for AWF 2016
Contacting Officer's Representative 2017
Lieutenants Familiarization Prerequisites
Introduction to Environmental Management Systems
Restorative Justice Training
NCIC/NLETS course
DNA Evidence for Law Enforcement Training 2014
Midwest Gang Investigator Conference 2012, 2013, 2014
Stress management
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
Verbal Judo
Special Investigative Training 2011
Leadership Training 2010
Additional Information
Time Off Awards 09/15/2021
Sustained Superior performance 05/10/2020
Supervisor of the Quarter 03/20/2020
SSP 05/16/2020
Time Off Awards 08/31/2017
Time Off Awards 08/31/2017
Time Off Awards 12/13/2017
Special Act Award 06/20/2017
Special Act Award 06/20/2017
Quality Step increase 05/17/2018
40 Hour Time off Award 05/16/19
SSP 05/16/19
Evidence Recovery Team Instructor
Disturbance Control Team Member 2019
Type Speed 30WPM
Computer software proficiency in Microsoft office software , Bureua of Prison Software
Affiliations
Midwest Gang Investigator member until 2017
ACA (American Correctional Association 2010
Timeline
Utility Service Worker
Water &Lights City of Columbia
10.2023 - 01.2024
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prison USMCFP
12.2017 - 03.2022
Special Investigative Technician
Federal Bureau Of Prisons USMCFP Springfield, MO
08.2011 - 01.2017
Senior Officer Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prisons, USMCFP Springfield
12.2004 - 08.2011
Senior Officer
United States Penitentiary Lee County
02.2002 - 12.2004
Evidence Recovery Team Leader
CIM Certified
CPR/AED
IDO certified
Basic prisoner transportation certified
SCBA and FIT testing
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Occupational Safety and Environmental Health
National Response Plan (FEMA is-800)
National Incident Management System (FEMA is-700)
ICS for Single and Initial Action Incident (FEMA is 200)
Incident Command System (is-100)
OSHA 511-Gov Standards for General Industry
Disturbance Control Team Member June 2019
Asbestos Inspector Training 2018
Missouri Asbestos Regulation Examination
Alternative Repute Resolution 2017
Veteran employment training 2017
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act 2017
EEO for Managers/Supervisors BOP 2017
Contracting Administration BOP 2017
Contracting Administration Vendor 2017
Legal Procurement Integrity 2017
Continuity of Operations (COOP) gov 2017
Hiring Reform Act BOP (Bureau of Prisons)
Green purchasing for civilian acquisition 2017
Lift Truck Operator-Certified 2017
Small Business Program 2016
Center for Urban and Industrial Pest Management
Ethics and Procurement Integrity for AWF 2016
Contacting Officer's Representative 2017
Lieutenants Familiarization Prerequisites
Introduction to Environmental Management Systems
Restorative Justice Training
NCIC/NLETS course
DNA Evidence for Law Enforcement Training 2014
Midwest Gang Investigator Conference 2012, 2013, 2014
Stress management
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)
Verbal Judo
Special Investigative Training 2011
Leadership Training 2010
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Ozark Technical Community College
Phlebotomy - Phelebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
High School Diploma -
Abilene High School
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