Anahi Mata
Mission,TX
Summary
Accomplished Corrections Officer with a proven track record at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, demonstrating exceptional leadership qualities and crisis management skills. Achieved a significant reduction in inmate altercations through effective supervision and de-escalation techniques. Known for integrity, honesty, and fostering a positive rehabilitation environment. Excelled in emergency response, contraband seizure, and inmate monitoring.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Edinburg, TX
10.2009 - 09.2024
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- 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.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Provided guidance for new staff members as part of an ongoing training program aimed at enhancing overall team performance.
- Promoted a positive environment for rehabilitation with effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities while serving as shift supervisor, coordinating officer assignments, resolving conflicts among staff members, and providing feedback on performance evaluations.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Contributed to ongoing efforts aimed at improving the overall quality and effectiveness of correctional services through participation in department-wide audits, inspections, or policy review processes.
- Supported mental health initiatives within the institution by working closely with psychological services personnel to identify and address inmate concerns or needs.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Education
Bachelors - Communication Disorders
University of Texas Pan-American
Edinburg, TXSkills
- Verbal Communication
- Security Procedures
- Emergency Response
- Inmate Supervision
- De-Escalation Techniques
- File and record maintenance
- Crisis Management
- First Aid Training
- Leadership Qualities
- Policy Enforcement
- Integrity and Honesty
- Relationship building and management
- Discretion and Confidentiality
- Records Management
- Motivational Skills
- Firearm operations trained
- Suicide Prevention
- Safety and security enforcement
- Inmate monitoring
- CCTV Monitoring
- Contraband Seizure
- Crisis intervention training
- Prisoner Transport
- Self-defense tactics
- Mentorship
- Cell Inspections
- Incident Reporting
- Conflict Resolution
- Inmate Transport
- Surveillance
- Emergency Management
- Staff Management
- Observation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
10.2009 - 09.2024
Bachelors - Communication Disorders
University of Texas Pan-American