Alex Rodriguez
Big Spring,TX
Summary
Experienced correctional and security professional with a strong record in incident reporting, surveillance monitoring, access control, and emergency response. Known for calm judgment, clear communication, and protecting people and property in high-pressure environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Geo group
Big Spring, Texas
07.2020 - Current
- Monitored inmate movement and maintained security throughout housing units at GEO Group facility.
- Conducted pat-down searches, cell inspections, and contraband checks using correctional procedures.
- Escorted inmates to meals, court, medical visits, and recreation areas under custody rules.
- Documented incidents, inmate behavior, and shift activities in facility reports and logs.
- Responded to disturbances, used verbal de-escalation, and followed emergency response protocols.
- Enforced facility rules, counted inmates, and verified headcounts during scheduled rounds.
- Communicated with supervisors, case staff, and medical teams about inmate concerns.
- Monitored control points, secured doors, and checked equipment to support daily operations.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
Security Officer
HHS Environmental Services
Big Spring, Texas
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Patrolled HHS Environmental Services facilities to monitor doors, hallways, and restricted areas.
- Controlled access for employees, visitors, and vendors at HHS Environmental Services sites.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and alarm systems across HHS Environmental Services properties.
- Logged incidents, suspicious activity, and safety concerns in security reports.
- Responded to emergencies and supported evacuations with HHS Environmental Services teams.
- Enforced site policies and guided guests through entry and checkout procedures.
- Checked badges, credentials, and deliveries at HHS Environmental Services entrances.
- Communicated with supervisors, staff, and local responders during security concerns.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
Correctional Officer
Texas Dept. of Criminal Justice
Lamesa, Texas
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Conducted pat-down searches, cell inspections, and contraband checks using correctional procedures.
- Escorted inmates to meals, court, medical visits, and recreation areas under custody rules.
- Documented incidents, inmate behavior, and shift activities in facility reports and logs.
- Responded to disturbances, used verbal de-escalation, and followed emergency response protocols.
- Enforced facility rules, counted inmates, and verified headcounts during scheduled rounds.
- Communicated with supervisors, case staff, and medical teams about inmate concerns.
- Monitored control points, secured doors, and checked equipment to support daily operations.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Knob Noster
Knob Noster, MO05-2017
Skills
- Inmate classification
- Incident reporting
- Security screening
- Surveillance monitoring
- Emergency response
- Access control
- Cert Certified
- RHU certified
Timeline
Security Officer
HHS Environmental Services
06.2024 - 06.2025
Correctional Officer
Texas Dept. of Criminal Justice
02.2021 - 06.2024
Correctional Officer
Geo group
07.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Knob Noster