Years of professional experience
Hi, I’m
Alania Arrington
New Braunfels,TX
Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson after.
Vernon Law
Summary
Corrections professional committed to high standards and achieving results. Extensive experience in maintaining security, managing inmate behavior, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic settings.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
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3
Certifications
Work History
Comal County Jail
Corrections Officer
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Supervise the daily activities of 600+ inmates by restraining attempts of violence, enforcing security procedures, conducting daily safety audits, and reporting any alarming occurrences
- Inspect conditions of gates, grills, and window bars of over 300 cells and perform periodic patrols of work areas to ensure the integrity of the institution and prevent assaults on staff or other detainees
- Instruct detainees to keep common areas clean and supervise the distribution of clothing and personal items
- Reduced infractions by 15% by ensuring detainees follow county rules and maintaining a safe environment through early intervention tactics in line with Department of Corrections policies
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal, physical commands. To address unruly inmates mechanical restraints
- Adhered strictly to all applicable laws regarding the treatment of detainees.
Uber
Driver
05.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict schedules.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
All States Ag Parts
Customer Service Receptionist
01.2023 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Agriculture(AG) Parts include, Tractor Parts, mower parts and combine.
- Fulfilled training about the parts above.
- Assisted technicians with ordering all needed parts for each work order.
- Conferred with farm and ranch workers and other engineers to document standard operating procedures and design systems.
- Established and maintained relationships with various vendors Keep information on parts, such as price and location.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
- Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
- Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
- Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
- Supplied callers with office address and directions, employee email addresses and phone extensions.
Wichita Falls Sheriff's Office
Detention Officer
12.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Exercised surveillance and control over 500+ inmates.
- Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Communicated with workers and supervisors about workplace adherence to laws, importance of statutes and ways to enhance compliance.
- Navigated multiple computer systems and applications and utilized search tools to find information.
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
- Generated detailed reports outlining inspection.
- Retained strong knowledge and education of building codes and regulations, enabling issues to be immediately identified when on job site.
Keefe Group
Commissary Worker
07.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Trained staff members to perform work activities and use computer applications.
- Verified incoming shipments against receiving documents and noted and reported discrepancies, damages or quality concerns.
- Answered telephones, directed calls and took messages.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.
- Inventoried and ordered materials, supplies and services.
- Received and submitted payments and applied amounts to inmate balances.
- Worked closely with delinquent account holders to collect and reconcile accounts.
- Operated 10-Key daily, entering orders and receiving orders.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Rider High SchoolWichita Falls, TX
High School Diploma
05.2017
Skills
- Public safety
- Physical fitness
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Emergency Response
- Decision-making/ Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking/ Strategic Planning
- Supervision & leadership
- Surveillance
Accomplishments
- Basic County Corrections
- Suicide Prevention
- County Correction Officer Field Training
- Cultural Diversity Web with Exercises
- Less Lethal Chemical Weapons Training (OC),Mace
Since I began working in a correctional facility I have received my Jailers License through Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
With 3 years of experience I have gained 348 hours of in-person and online training which include:
Certification
- Licensed (TCOLE) Jailer - 2022
- Criminal Justice Practitioner, Texas Department of Public Safety - 2022
- First Aid/AED/CPR certification
Availability
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Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteTimeline
Corrections Officer
Comal County Jail
06.2023 - Current
Driver
Uber
05.2023 - Current
Customer Service Receptionist
All States Ag Parts
01.2023 - 04.2023
Detention Officer
Wichita Falls Sheriff's Office
12.2021 - 01.2023
Commissary Worker
Keefe Group
07.2021 - 12.2021
Rider High School
High School Diploma
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