Keith ArnoldCumberland, MD 21502kountry01@verizon.net - 301-478-5452

A Correctional Officer Major with 22 years of experience in the Maryland Department of Public Safety andCorrectional Services, who served four years of honorable military service who desires the opportunity toexpand his career in Law Enforcement/Correctional/Security. Demonstrates the ability to excel at any taskassigned. Has held the position as the Chief of Security at Maryland's maximum security prison from January2011 to September 2013. Has acted as the Warden of the institution in his occasional and a 3 month medicalabsence. Has demonstrated the ability to make difficult decisions and the ability to supervise custody andnon-custody staff. Has demonstrated time after time the ability to think outside the box and have others followhis lead. Dedicated and voracious to assist the Institution in all aspects and shifts. Have received the IronMan Award and have had perfect attendance for fifteen years. Was the first person assigned as Housing UnitManager at North Branch. One of six chosen for the first transfers to North Branch and one of the two remaining.Has competently completed duties as an Administrator and a Supervisor. Has a background in Industrial Safetyand Security and has knowledge in audits. Has experience and knowledge of computers. A former memberof the DPSCS. Hostage Negotiation Team and an instructor for new members. Has a background as SafetyOfficer. Respected for interpersonal skills, integrity, leadership, and team building/participation with membersof North Branch and Western Correctional Institutions.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Correctional Officer MajorWestern Correctional Institution - Cumberland, MD - January 2015 to Present

Administrative Major - Assists the Chief of Security

Chief of SecurityNorth Branch Correctional Institution (NBCI) - Cumberland, MD - August 2013 to December 2014

August 2013 to December 2014

Chief of Security North Branch Correctional Institution* In charge of all aspects of security within the institution* In charge of all security staff within the institution* Acted as Warden and Assistant Warden in their absence

Acting WardenNorth Branch Correctional Institution - Cumberland, MD - January 2011 to August 2013

* Received the 2012 North Region's Manager of the Year Award for my abilities as Acting Warden* Responsible for the overall safety and security of North Branch* Manages the work of Correctional Officers on three shifts through the supervision of Correctional OfficerMajors* Manages the Segregation Housing Unit and its Unit Manager* Experienced at team building* Assisted in the development of the North Branch Special Needs Unit

Correctional Officer Captain North Branch Correctional InstitutionNorth Branch - January 2006 to January 2011

* Acted as Chief of Security in his absence* Shift Commander in charge of daily operations of the institution* Assigned as Housing Unit Manager Captain - In charge of everyday operations of the Housing Unit. In chargeof all inmate welfare that reside in the unit* Oversee and assist all Housing Unit Managers* Member of the ID/Post Order review committee* Member of the Risk Management Team* Member of the Reduction In Violence Team* Oversee Special Operation Transports such as the Inmate movement from the closing of Maryland Houseof Correction* A Member and Instructor of the Maryland Division of Correction Hostage Negotiation Team

Correctional Officer Lieutenant North Branch Correctional InstitutionNorth Branch - March 2002 to January 2006

* Chosen as Lieutenant for North Branch Correctional Institution Transition Team (one of three)* Assigned as Purchasing Officer at North Branch Correctional Institution* Assigned as Housing Unit Manager of Housing Unit #1 - In charge of operations of the Housing Unit. Incharge of all inmate welfare that reside in the unit* Assigned as "back-up" Fire & Safety Officer at Western Correctional Institution for preparation of AmericanCorrectional Association audit* Assisted as Desk Lieutenant in the absence of one at Western Correctional Institution* Risk Management Team Member* DOC Hostage Negotiation Team Member

Correctional Officer SergeantWestern Correctional Institution - October 1998 to March 2002

* Assigned as Fire & Safety Officer and successfully completed Fire & Safety Officer Training* Received Governors Award for Risk Management as Safety Officer* Was a key member of the Western Correctional Institution American Correctional Association (ACA)Compliance Team to gain Accreditation at the institution* Assigned as Housing Unit #3 Officer in Charge on the 8-4 shift* Assigned as relief as the Segregation Unit Housing Unit #4* Assigned as relief Officer in Charge of Escort & Relief* Successfully completed Respiratory Protection Training* Member of the Western Region Crisis Negotiation Team

Correctional Officer IIWestern Correctional Institution - June 1996 to October 1998

* Assisted in the opening of Western Correctional Institution* Assisted in the development of the Post Orders for the Segregation Unit* Trained other officers on the operations of the control panels* Fire Team Member* Crisis Negotiation Team Member* Warden's Staff Meeting representative* Successfully completed 7 hours of training in Inquiry* Trained in the use of the ALCO Sensor which detects the presence alcohol on a person's breath* Assigned to Housing Unit #4(Segregation Unit) and worked as Officer in Charge* Assigned to Housing Unit #2 (temporary Segregation Unit)

* Assigned to the posts as Officer in Charge in the absence of the Sergeant in that area such as: GatehouseControl and Gatehouse Reception, Master Control, Medical Department, Visiting Room, Yard Officer, RoverPatrol, Towers, Chapel, Transportation Officer, and Traffic Officer

Correctional Officer I and IIRoxbury Correctional Institution - Hagerstown, MD - January 1993 to June 1996

* Assigned as acting duty Sergeant in the absence of the regular Sergeants. Up to and including the everydayoperation and security of the Facility* Assigned regularly as a Tier Officer of the Segregation Unit* Assigned to everyday duties as a Correctional Officer such as: Control Center, Traffic/Operations,Transportation Officer, Yard Officer, Tier Officer* Maryland Correctional Training Academy Distinguished Student

Operations Manager & InstructorHenkels & McCoy Inc. - Blue Bell, PA - February 1990 to August 1991

* In charge of Training operations and oversee instructors in the Texas area* Instructed classes in telephone interconnect, cable installation, basic security and basic electronics to adults* Also instructed classes to under privilege youths in basic computer operations (DOS)

Electrician HelperBenchmark Inc. - Cumberland, MD - October 1984 to May 1985

* Assisted in basic electrical repairs in residential, commercial and appliances.

EDUCATION

Education CurriculumAllegany College of Maryland - Cumberland, MD1991 to 1992

Certificate in Telephone Interconnect & CATV InstallationHenkels & McCoy - Blue Bell, PA1989 to 1989

Certificate in Electrical MaintenanceAllegany County Vocational Technical Center - Cumberland, MD1983 to 1985

Diploma in General StudiesFort Hill High School - Cumberland, MD1981 to 1985

SKILLS

After graduating from high school, have always been involved in employment that required cultural diversity,mufti-departmental and leadership skills. Voluntarily enrolled in classes in cultural diversity and leadership.

MILITARY SERVICE

Service Country: United StatesBranch: NAVY

Rank: E-4 Third Class Petty Officer - FC3June 1985 to July 1989Honorably discharged disabled veteran* US Navy Fire Team* US Navy Submarine School* US Navy Boot Camp* Radar Operator & Technician* Weapons Controller* Supervisor of E-3 and below* Employ search procedures on individuals, Vehicles, facilities and areas.* Challenge Individuals* Recognize and Identify targets* Inspect assigned posts* Use and operate communication devices

Commendations:* Received three letters of Accommodation* Received Good Conduct Award for outstanding service