1. John S. Geas Jr.
139 Mike St.
McEwen, TN 37101
H: 931-299-2338
C: 931-622-5922
E-mail: tygeas@peoplepc.com
OBJECTIVE: To obtain an advance position, whereby my dedication, teamwork
and attention to detail will create opportunities to grow.
EDUCATION:
Bachelors Arts, University of Southern Mississippi Long Beach Mississippi:
Major in Criminal Justice with a minor in Forensic Science. August 2003.
Currently attending Tennessee State University to obtain Master’s Degree in
Professional Studies
Associates Degree in Applied Science Davenport Business College, Lansing,
Michigan
Major: Medical Administration. May 1994
PROBATION OFFICERS COURSE:
State of Tennessee 2009
BASIC CORRECTIONS OFFICER COURSE:
State of Tennessee Certified October 2006
State of Mississippi Certified October 2000
Basic Reserve Law Enforcement Certification: State of Mississippi April 2005
Sergeants Academy May 2014

2. Victim Impact Train for Trainer May 2013
Victims Coordinator 2012
Thinking for Change Facilitator September 2011
Motivational Interaction Instructor February 2010
Courage to Change Instructor Batterer Intervention Program July 2010
Victim Impact Instructor February 2010
Train the trainer Victim Impact, Pro-Social Life Skills and SAFE DV Program
4/2015
Member Nashville Domestic Violence Counsel Metro Police Department
Utilize Microsoft Office for presentations and work related duties
Member of Tennessee Coalition to end Domestic and Sexual Violence
Member of Tennessee Suicide Prevention Panel
Probation Officer Tennessee Department of Corrections Nashville, TN 2009-
present
· Domestic Violence Caseload Officer along with assisting victims with getting
proper protection and referrals to Domestic Violence Shelters
· Educate Victims and or families on the Criminal Justice Program
· Obtain information for Community Resources for Victims
· Assist Victims throughout Probation/Parole hearings as required
· Monitor Parolee/Probationers /ICOT’s cases
· Conduct monthly interviews with offenders along with LSCMI and class
referrals
· Recommend offenders to classes based on LSMCI TAP/BIG scores
· Conduct home visits and employment visits for Probationers/Parolees
· Conduct Parole Home/Release Plans
· Attend Court hearings when required for Probation violations
· Files probation/parole warrants
· Coordinate with outside Batterer Intervention program referrals
· Facilitate Motivational Interview, Victim Impact, Courage to Change Batterer
Intervention classes

3. · Direct liaison with District 4 for Courage to Change BIP classes
· Direct liaison with Metropolitan Nashville Police Department Domestic
Violence Unit
· Teach or assist in teaching probation and parole classes to staff
Corrections Officer Tennessee Department of Corrections Only, TN 2006-2009
· Monitor conduct of prisoners, according to established policies, regulations,
and procedures, in order to prevent escape or violence.
· Inspect condition of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional
facilities, in order to ensure that they will prevent escapes.
· Search prisoners, cells, and vehicles for weapons, valuables, or drugs.
· Guard facility entrances to screen visitors.
· Search for and recapture escapees.
· Inspect mail for the presence of contraband.
· Take prisoners into custody and escort to locations within and outside of
facility, such as visiting room, courtroom, or airport.
· Record information, such as prisoner identification, charges, and incidences of
inmate disturbance.
· Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order
among prisoners.
· Conduct fire, safety, and sanitation inspections.
· American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor
Sales Associate Wal-mart 275 Walton Dr. Waverly, TN 37185 May 2006-
September 2006
· Customer service representative, load garden supplies for customers
· Restock shelves with new or existing freight
· Assist in paint areas, make keys
· Operate forklift, electric pallet and scissor lift

4. · Assist in hardware and other store areas when needed
Deputy Sheriff Jackson County Sheriffs Department Pascagoula, MS, 2005-2006
· Monitor conduct of prisoners, according to established policies, regulations,
and procedures, in order to prevent escape or violence.
· Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, grill, doors, and gates at correctional
facilities, in order to ensure that they will prevent escapes.
· Search prisoners, cells, and vehicles for weapons, valuables, or drugs.
· Guard facility entrances to screen visitors.
· Inspect mail for the presence of contraband.
· Take prisoners into custody and escort to locations within and outside of
facility, such as visiting room, courtroom, or airport.
· Record information, such as prisoner identification, charges, and incidences of
inmate disturbance.
· Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order
among prisoners.
· Conduct fire, safety, and sanitation inspections. American Red Cross
CPR/First Aid Instructor
Deputy Sheriff Harrison County Sheriffs Department Reserve Unit, Gulfport, MS
2005-2006
· Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies,
protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and
promoting good community relations.
· Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
· Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
· Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were
involved.

5. · Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical
injuries.
· Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal
cases.
· Evaluate complaint and emergency-request information to determine response
requirements.
· Patrol specific area on foot, or motorized conveyance, responding promptly to
calls for assistance.
· Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety
hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.
Corrections Officer Harrison County Sheriffs Department, Gulfport, MS, 2000-
2005
· Monitor conduct of prisoners, according to established policies, regulations,
and procedures, in order to prevent escape or violence.
A · Inspect condition of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional
facilities, in order to ensure that they will prevent escapes.
· Search prisoners, cells, and vehicles for weapons, valuables, or drugs.
· Guard facility entrances to screen visitors.
· Inspect mail for the presence of contraband.
· Take prisoners into custody and escort to locations within and outside of
facility, such as visiting room, courtroom.
· Record information, such as prisoner identification, charges, and incidences of
inmate disturbance.
· Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order
among prisoners.
· Conduct fire, safety, and sanitation inspections.
· American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor
· Shift Sergeant responsible to supervise 10-16 officers and run the shift
· Field Training Officer

6. · Corrections instructor in Suicide Prevention, Emergency procedures,
Disciplinary procedures, and Basic Sign Language
· Classifications Officer
· Disciplinary Officer
· Hostage Negotiation Team Member/ Dive Rescue Team Trainee
· Critical Incident Debriefing Team member
Hospital Corpsman United States Navy 1981-2001
· Supervised 5-150 Naval Personnel
· Responsible for Medical/Dental needs for Naval and Marine Corps personnel
during peacetime and during combat
· Emergency Medical Technician 1983-1994
· ACLS qualified at Naval Hospital Guam 1997
· Navy instructor for medical and dental classes for Naval and Marine Corps
personnel and Non-Medical Classes
· Management Information Coordinator for Naval and Marine Corps Reserve
Center
· Supply officer, manage budget and order and receive supplies

7. · Corrections instructor in Suicide Prevention, Emergency procedures,
Disciplinary procedures, and Basic Sign Language
· Classifications Officer
· Disciplinary Officer
· Hostage Negotiation Team Member/ Dive Rescue Team Trainee
· Critical Incident Debriefing Team member
Hospital Corpsman United States Navy 1981-2001
· Supervised 5-150 Naval Personnel
· Responsible for Medical/Dental needs for Naval and Marine Corps personnel
during peacetime and during combat
· Emergency Medical Technician 1983-1994
· ACLS qualified at Naval Hospital Guam 1997
· Navy instructor for medical and dental classes for Naval and Marine Corps
personnel and Non-Medical Classes
· Management Information Coordinator for Naval and Marine Corps Reserve
Center
· Supply officer, manage budget and order and receive supplies