Dynamic correctional officer with extensive experience at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, skilled in conflict resolution and inmate supervision. Proven ability to maintain safety and security through vigilant monitoring and effective emergency response. Committed to ethical standards and fostering positive relationships within a high-stress environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 09.2022
Monitored inmate activities to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.
Conducted routine inspections of cell blocks and common areas for security and cleanliness.
Assisted in emergency response situations, applying conflict resolution techniques effectively.
Maintained accurate logs of inmate movements and incidents to support operational documentation.
Collaborated with colleagues to enforce facility rules and procedures consistently.
Utilized communication skills to relay important information between staff and management efficiently.
Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Soldier
California Army National Guard
10.2006 - 10.2010
Led training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness.
Coordinated logistics for deployment, ensuring timely resource allocation and efficient supply chain management.
Developed and implemented safety protocols, promoting a secure working environment for all personnel.
Mentored junior soldiers, fostering skills development and enhancing unit cohesion.
Enlisted Soldier
Army
09.1999 - 10.2006
Led training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness.
Coordinated logistics for deployment, ensuring timely and efficient resource allocation.
Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for mission planning.
Mentored junior soldiers, fostering professional development and skills acquisition.
Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
Led security efforts for multiple installations, maintaining a safe environment for all personnel and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive materials.
Conducted thorough risk assessments for various missions, implementing safety measures that minimized potential hazards to personnel and equipment.
Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
Upheld Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
Looked after weapons by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance.
Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
10-2026
Skills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Inmate supervision
Mental health awareness
Correctional facility procedures
Restraint techniques
Safety and security enforcement
Self-defense tactics
Search and seizure procedures
Observation
Inmate monitoring
Surveillance
Contraband seizure
Self-defense techniques
Safety
Security procedures
Trained in defensive tactics
Stress tolerance
Relationship building and management
Facility security
Weapons training
Prisoner transport
CCTV monitoring
Observation techniques
Firearm operations trained
Emergency management
Mentorship
Ethical standards of conduct
Records management
Criminal justice
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Supervisor of Correctional Education Programs at California Department of Corrections and RehabilitationSupervisor of Correctional Education Programs at California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Acting Correctional Lieutenant at California Department of Corrections and RehabilitationActing Correctional Lieutenant at California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation