Carlos Herrera
Las Cruces
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer Sergeant with expertise in inmate supervision, de-escalation techniques, and policy enforcement. Proven ability to manage high-stress situations while ensuring safety and compliance within correctional facilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility
Las Cruces, NM
08.2005 - Current
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure safety and compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Supervised and assisted in conducting regular security checks throughout the facility to ensure the safety and security of both inmates and staff.
- Documented incidents, wrote reports and maintained accurate records of inmate and staff in my assigned posts.
- Learned and conducted emergency response protocols effectively.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while maintaining professionalism, demonstrating strong leadership skills under pressure.
Education
Mayfield High School
Las Cruces, NM05-2005
Skills
- Inmate transportation
- Inmate supervision
- Restraint techniques
- Recordkeeping
- Firearms proficiency
- Contraband detection
- Self-defense tactics
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Crowd control
- Staff supervision
- Decision-making
Certification
- 12 Gauge Shotgun Training - 4-18-25
- AR-15 Rifle Training - 4-18-25
- 40 Caliber Handgun Training - 4-18-25
- OC Projectiles Training - 4-17-25
- Chemical Agents Training - 4-17-25
- Cell Extraction Training - 4-17-25
- Transport Training - 4-17-25
- First AID Training - 4-16-25
- CPR Training - 4-16-25
- PREA Training - 4-14-25
Timeline
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility
08.2005 - Current
Mayfield High School