Bridget Jones
Buffalo,TEXAS
Summary
Dynamic correctional officer with extensive experience at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution. Proven ability to maintain safety and security while training staff and managing high-risk situations. Committed to fostering a safe environment through effective inmate supervision and strong relationship-building skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain safety and security within the institution.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmate living areas to identify contraband and ensure compliance.
- Monitored inmate behavior and documented incidents in accordance with established procedures.
- Assisted in de-escalating conflicts among inmates, promoting a safe environment for all individuals.
- Trained new correctional staff on protocols, safety measures, and emergency procedures to enhance team effectiveness.
- 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.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
DSP III
MSSLC HHS
07.2024 - Current
- Supported team in executing routine tasks efficiently and accurately
- Assisted in maintaining safety protocols and compliance during daily operations
- Engaged in training programs to improve skills and knowledge relevant to role
- Collaborated with team members to identify areas for process improvement
Security Officer
Walsh Security
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security protocols were upheld.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect and deter suspicious activities.
- Responded promptly to alarms and incidents, maintaining effective communication with law enforcement.
- Assisted in training new security personnel on operational procedures and emergency response strategies.
- Documented daily activities, incidents, and observations in detailed reports for management review.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall security measures and incident response times.
- Implemented safety drills to prepare staff for potential emergencies, improving readiness levels across the facility.
- Evaluated security systems effectiveness, recommending upgrades based on emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- 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.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
JCO III
Texas Youth Commission
02.2014 - 07.2017
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Blinn College
Brenham, TXNo Degree - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, Texas, TXHigh School Diploma - Highschool Program
Oakwood Highschool
Oakwood, TX04.1991
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Stress tolerance
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Relationship building and management
- Crisis management
- Prisoner transport
Additional Information
I am well seasoned in security as well as maintaining a good reputation and reliability at my workplace! I want to elevate within the MSSLC company and community. My Skills and Professional Ethics can be a great asset to the position that I am applying to. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to apply myself.
Timeline
DSP III
MSSLC HHS
07.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Walsh Security
08.2022 - 12.2023
JCO III
Texas Youth Commission
02.2014 - 07.2017
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
No Degree - Nursing
Blinn College
No Degree - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
High School Diploma - Highschool Program
Oakwood Highschool