Alvaro Castro
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Retired New Jersey State Correctional Police Lieutenant with 27.8 years of law enforcement experience and proven expertise in team management, conflict de-escalation, and emergency response strategies. Committed to enhancing facility safety and compliance through effective communication and policy enforcement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Police Lieutenant
(N.J.D.O.C) East Jersey State Prison
1100 Woodbridge Road, Rahway, NJ 07065
01.2016 - 06.2026
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and security protocols.
- Developed incident response strategies, improving emergency preparedness across the facility.
- Conducted investigations into inmate and Officer behavior, maintaining order and discipline in the facility.
- Led staff meetings to discuss updates on policies and procedures, fostering a culture of transparency.
- Evaluated officer performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Contributed to policy development and implementation within the department that led to more effective policing strategies.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of up to [4] Sergeants and {50) Officers.
- Toured assigned areas of the facility to check and enforce compliance by Inmates and Officers.
Correctional Sergeant
(N.J.D.O.C) Northern State Prison
168 Frontage Road, Newark, NJ 07114
04.2007 - 01.2016
- Supervised daily operations of correctional facility, ensuring safety and security protocols were consistently enforced.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in conflict resolution and inmate management strategies.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify security vulnerabilities and implemented corrective measures promptly.
- Developed and enforced disciplinary procedures, fostering a structured environment within the facility.
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised [13] employees and performance of tasks and managed [400] offenders.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
Corrections Officer
(N.J.D.O.C) Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center
8 Production Way, Avenel, NJ 0701
06.2005 - 04.2007
- Supervised inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
- Managed inmate records, maintaining accurate documentation of behavior and incidents.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address inmate needs and facilitate rehabilitation.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
Corrections Officer
(N.J.D.O.C.) Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women
30 County Route 513, Clinton, NJ 08809
03.1999 - 06.2005
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes, and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.
- Safeguarded public safety by ensuring strict adherence to established policies governing the transportation of inmates between facilities or court proceedings.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals, and work sites.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
Education
Diploma - Private Security And Investigation
Barclay Career School
East Orange, NJ01.1990
High School Diploma -
West Orange High School
51 Conforti Avenue, West Orange, NJ 0705206.1989
Skills
- Suspect identification
- Laws and ordinances
- Workload balancing
- Physical restraint
- Team management
- Firearms training
- Law enforcement
- Active shooter training
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Nonlethal force apprehension
- Search and seizure
- Personnel supervision
- Investigative techniques
- Conflict de-escalation
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Firearms proficiency
- Evidence collection
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Internal investigations
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Firearms handling
- Decision-making
- Self-defense techniques
- Search and seizure procedures
- Staff supervision
- Personnel management
- Crime scene management
- Report writing
- Emergency response
- First Aid/CPR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Police Lieutenant
(N.J.D.O.C) East Jersey State Prison
01.2016 - 06.2026
Correctional Sergeant
(N.J.D.O.C) Northern State Prison
04.2007 - 01.2016
Corrections Officer
(N.J.D.O.C) Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center
06.2005 - 04.2007
Corrections Officer
(N.J.D.O.C.) Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women
03.1999 - 06.2005
Diploma - Private Security And Investigation
Barclay Career School
High School Diploma -
West Orange High School