Beth Marie Garcia
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
CDCR-CCI
08.2022 - Current
- Supervise incarcerated persons while maintaining institutional safety and security.
- Respond to disturbances, medical emergencies, and critical incidents in accordance with departmental policies and emergency response procedures.
- Conduct cell searches, body searches, and perimeter security inspections to ensure safety and prevent contraband.
- Prepare detailed incident reports and document incarcerated persons behavior to maintain accurate records and support institutional procedures.
- Promote a secure environment that facilitates incarcerated persons rehabilitation and supports overall institutional operations.
Insurance Agency Manager
Garcia Insurance
02.2004 - 01.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of an independent insurance agency, ensuring efficient service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Developed operational procedures and trained new staff members.
Personnel Specialist
CDCR-CCI
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Processed payroll and salary determinations, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for employees.
- Maintained confidential Official Personnel Files (OPFs) and processed employment documentation in compliance with state regulations.
- Verified employment records, maintaining accuracy of personnel documentation to comply with regulatory standards.
Sheriff's Aide
Kern County Sheriff's Office
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Coordinated the secure daily transportation of inmates while ensuring strict compliance with all safety protocols and transportation regulations.
- Prepared investigative reports and complaint packages for prosecution, coordinating directly with the District Attorney's Office and collaborating with detectives to ensure case accuracy and readiness for judicial review.
- Monitored inmate housing units, holding cells, and circulation areas to ensure facility safety.
- Controlled facility movement through secure electronic access systems.
- Coordinated security operations for high-profile trials and court proceedings.
Dispatcher
Kern County Fire Department
02.2016 - 07.2016
- Answered emergency and non-emergency calls, determining response priorities to ensure timely assistance.
- Utilized Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems to effectively coordinate and allocate emergency resources.
- Coordinated communications among fire, EMS, law enforcement, and allied agencies.
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Save-A-Life Award
Certification
- CDCR-Peer Support Program – Member
- Subject Matter Expert/Trainer – CDCR-Peer Support Specialist Program (Incarcerated Population)
Timeline
Correctional Officer
CDCR-CCI
08.2022 - Current
Personnel Specialist
CDCR-CCI
08.2021 - 08.2022
Sheriff's Aide
Kern County Sheriff's Office
01.2017 - 08.2021
Dispatcher
Kern County Fire Department
02.2016 - 07.2016
Insurance Agency Manager
Garcia Insurance
02.2004 - 01.2023