Dedicated Corrections Professional with 20 years of experience, including 15+ years in progressively responsible ADC security roles. Strong expertise in surveillance, inmate supervision, emergency response, and high-risk incident management. Recognized for sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain safety and order in high-stress environments. Current Class B CDL driver. Seeking to leverage extensive corrections and security experience to support continued career growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
12.2005 - Current
Supervise inmates and monitor activities to maintain safety and security within detention facilities.
Observe and document unusual inmate behavior and report safety concerns promptly.
Escort inmates to job sites, medical appointments, classrooms, and other designated areas.
Conduct routine searches of cells, recreation areas, and common spaces to prevent contraband.
De-escalate confrontational situations and respond to disturbances to uphold facility security.
Enforce facility rules, inmate conduct policies, and accountability procedures.
Maintain accurate inventory of inmate property and issue corresponding receipts.
Intervene in physical altercations to protect staff and inmates.
Provide emergency response including CPR, first aid, escape procedures, and evacuation protocols.
Supervise personnel and oversee daily operations within secure housing units.
Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety and health standards.
Coordinate staff schedules, shift coverage, and approve overtime to maintain staffing requirements.
Manage inmate screening, intake, and classification to determine appropriate housing assignments.
Assist in implementing educational, vocational, and rehabilitative programs for inmates.
Investigate inmate incidents, rule violations, and suspicious activities; issue or recommend disciplinary actions.
Participated in ASPC-Lewis Tactical Support Unit activation during disturbances, hostage situations, and high-level threats; maintained presence until normal operations were restored.
Enforce facility rules, prevent disturbances, settle disputes, and respond to emergencies.
K9 Handler – skilled in crowd control, narcotics detection, and handler protection.
Maintain weapons qualifications, including Glock 19, shotgun, and rifle.
Manage inmate movement for Max, Close, Medium, and Low custody levels.
Trained in handling WMD situations, hazardous materials, and biochemical threats.
Possess extensive emergency operations experience in crisis conditions.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, medical appointments, and State wide transfer. Current Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement, Automatic Transmission, experienced driving passenger bus (MCI, Thomas, Blue Bird, Freightliner), clean driving record, no infraction or accidents, DOT compliance, Current medical card, knowledge completing pre- and post-trip inspections, Courteous Interaction with the public.
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