Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, skilled in conflict resolution and contraband seizure. Proven ability to maintain safety and security through vigilant monitoring and effective emergency response, significantly reducing incidents within the facility. Committed to upholding policies and ensuring a secure environment for all.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
04.2017 - 07.2025
Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Correctional Officer
Geo Group Inc
09.2015 - 04.2017
Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
09.2014 - 09.2015
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
San Joaquin Valley College
Hesperia, CA
08.2015
Skills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Inmate supervision
Correctional facility procedures
Policy enforcement
Restraint techniques
Inmate monitoring
Safety and security enforcement
Observation
Search and seizure procedures
Surveillance
Contraband seizure
Safety
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
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