Anthony Ayala
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 25 years industry history.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer I
Colorado Department Of Corrections
07.1997 - 07.2023
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
Calvary Scout
US Army
01.1987 - 01.1987
- Directed platoon tactical movements, platoon security operations and platoon route and zone reconnaissance.
- Engaged enemy forces with anti-armor weapons in field while tracking enemy movements.
- Operated wheeled and tracked vehicles and communications equipment.
- Educated newer members on platoon inner workings, answered questions and provided advice on daily duties.
- Prepared mission equipment for deployment and secured vehicles prior to transport.
- Communicated updates on task completion to supervisors, maintaining smooth operations.
- Developed, resourced and executed squad's various strength and training strategies to improve mission readiness in tactical fields.
- Coordinated work assignments, evaluated performance and disciplined six squad member security team.
- Developed course materials, training events and satisfactory testing procedures to boost competency of students in tactical courses.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chelsea Vocational High School
131 6th Ave, New York, NY. 1001305.1986
Skills
- Correctional Facility Procedures
- Contraband Inspections
- Inmate Escorting
- Firearm Operations
- Occupational Hazards and Safety Precautions
- Search and Seizure Procedures
- Restraint Techniques
- Contraband Prevention
- Inmate Accountability
- Ethical Standards of Conduct
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- De-Escalating Conflicts
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Nonviolent Intervention
- Behavioral Disorders Familiarity
Accomplishments
- Routinely supervised more than 35 detainee inmates.
- Documented and resolved confrontational and angry inmates which led to dissolving the situation working with the inmate, calming him down and returning to normal operations.
- Achieved acceptance on special teams by completing tactical academies with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of three staff members.
- Achieved positive results, security and safety through effectively helping with policy and procedure.
Certification
- Certified Correctional Officer I, Colorado Department Of Corrections - July 1997- July 2023
- Special Operation Response Team (S.O.R.T) Training - August 1999
- Cañon City Escape Team Training - December 2010
- Supervisors Guide To Performance Management Training - January 2006
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer I
Colorado Department Of Corrections
07.1997 - 07.2023
Calvary Scout
US Army
01.1987 - 01.1987
High School Diploma -
Chelsea Vocational High School