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Adrian Soto

Adrian Soto

Federal officer - Corrections
Livingston ,Texas

Summary

Multi-talented Correctional worker consistently rewarded for success in planning and operational improvements, policy development and staff management procedures, positively impacting overall morale and productivity.

Instructor with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment conducive to success. Developed meaningful test instruments to complement and validate course curriculum.

Dedicated Correctional Counselor adept at conducting individual and group counseling sessions to address any mental, social, emotional and physical problems in inmates. Passionate about acting as a role model to staff and inmates by exhibiting professional and positive behavior.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Instructor

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Beaumont, Texas
10.1994 - 10.2021
  • Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Collaborated with administration to introduce new training materials and policies.

Correctional Counselor

Federal Correctional Center Beaumont
Beaumont, TX
10.2011 - 11.2021
  • Counseled over 160 inmates either individually or group settings to bring problems to light and implement potential solutions.
  • During COVID 19, responsible for transferring of over 250 inmates at any given time during exposure. Had approximately 2 hours to move inmates.
  • Responsible for over 275 inmates and addressed behavior and stability to root out concerning connections or mental health issues.
  • Conducted interviews for hiring of inmate job positions to identify optimal candidates.
  • Ensured adherence to all legal requirements.
  • Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning.
  • Prevented crimes through careful observation and investigation of suspicious and unusual behavior.
  • Evaluated progress of inmates in jails and prisons to determine optimal intervention strategies.
  • Collaborated with institutional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys and treatment providers.

Correctional Lieutenant

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Beaumont, Texas(TX)
10.2002 - 10.2010
  • Supervised 125 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1800 offenders.
  • Prevented crimes through careful observation and investigation of suspicious and unusual behavior.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed logs of all events during each shift.
  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel.
  • Collected, organized, and investigated all surveillance data and information to be utilized in apprehending and prosecuting individuals who were involved in crime.
  • Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
  • Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.

USMC Corporal, Squad Leader

U.S. Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, CA
09.1987 - 08.1993
  • Captured and detained 1400 Prisoners of War during Operation Desert Storm; Seized multiple cases of weapons and maintained community safety and well-being.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment.
  • Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use.
  • Motivated and trained 15 squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks, including map reading and communication.
  • Visited local schools to deliver presentations on Military and Desert Storm.
  • Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
  • Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status and enemy locations to enable sound decision making

Education

Associate of Science - Sociology

Angelina College
Lufkin, TX
01.2022 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Property And Casualty Adjuster

Kaplan University
Houston, TX
03.2020 - 04.2020

Certficate - Organizational Leadership

Leadership, Education, Achievement, And Development Program
Washington, Dc
11.2002 - 06.2006

Certificate - Federal Officer - Corrections

Glynco Federal Law Enforcement Training
North Carolina
10.1994 - 01.1994

Certificate - Infantry

U.S. Marine Corps
MCRD, San Diego
10.1987 - 12.1987

Skills

SAP expertiseManagement information systemsStrong interpersonal skillsRisk and needs assessmentsBackground in supervision and managementOperational improvementPolicy and procedure improvements

Suicide prevention training

Abnormal behavior identification

Security clearance

Criminal laws

Accomplishments

  • Awarded “Correctional Worker of the year in 2017 and 2020.
  • Received the Performance Appraisal rating of "Outstanding" for 20 of the 25 years while with the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The latest one being in 2018.
  • Designed improved recycling program procedures and trained 25 staff members in the new system.
  • Awarded “Correctional Worker of the Month” in November 2018, May 2017, April 2016, ...
  • Documented and resolved accountability tool and equipment issues which led to "Area of Strength" rating from the Program review board.
  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Tool Shadow board system and inputting all tools and equipment into the computer system Sentry.
  • Mentored New staff on the expectations required by the Bureau of Prisons

Affiliations

  • Member, VFW, 2006 to Current
  • Member, Federal Corrections Organization, 2015 to Current

Certification

Property and Casualty Adjuster license

Software

Sentry(inmate Case Management), Word,

Work Availability

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Quote

Don’t pursue happiness instead pursue a Lifestyle that results in happiness

Timeline

Associate of Science - Sociology

Angelina College
01.2022 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Property And Casualty Adjuster

Kaplan University
03.2020 - 04.2020

Correctional Counselor

Federal Correctional Center Beaumont
10.2011 - 11.2021

Certficate - Organizational Leadership

Leadership, Education, Achievement, And Development Program
11.2002 - 06.2006

Correctional Lieutenant

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
10.2002 - 10.2010

Instructor

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
10.1994 - 10.2021

Certificate - Federal Officer - Corrections

Glynco Federal Law Enforcement Training
10.1994 - 01.1994

Certificate - Infantry

U.S. Marine Corps
10.1987 - 12.1987

USMC Corporal, Squad Leader

U.S. Marine Corps
09.1987 - 08.1993
Adrian SotoFederal officer - Corrections