David Barboza
El Centro,CA
Summary
Correctional Lieutenant and management professional prepared for leadership focusing on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and team development—proven experience implementing operational procedures and improving safety standards.
Also, a recently retired Sheriff's Sergeant (Deputy Sheriff) with more than 22 years of professional expertise, organized and dependable, with experience in leadership, management, supervision, planning, community partnerships, specialized career skills training, and strong communication skills enhance the benefits provided.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Lieutenant
The Geo Group, Inc.
09.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations within assigned unit, ensuring adequate staffing levels were maintained and resources were allocated effectively.
- Developed schedules for subordinate officers that ensured adequate coverage across all shifts while also considering individual needs and preferences.
- Utilized strong conflict resolution skills to defuse tense situations among inmates or staff members, maintaining order within the facility.
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up actions were taken.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication among team members and adherence to protocol
- Conducted regular inspections of the physical facilities within the unit, identifying any maintenance or safety concerns that required immediate attention.
- Enhanced staff performance by providing ongoing training, guidance, and support to correctional officers under my supervision.
Sheriff's Sergeant
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Planned, prioritized, assigned, supervised, and reviewed work of Deputy Sheriffs and other personnel involved in traffic, patrol, and investigations.
- Served as first level Supervisor/Watch Commander for assigned shift; prepared and administered briefings; assigned patrol beats; supervised and directed sworn and non-sworn staff and activities on assigned shift; conducted personnel, equipment, and building inspections
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Enhanced officer safety through the development of comprehensive training programs and ongoing performance evaluations.
- Conducted internal investigations, addressing both ethical violations and procedural discrepancies among officers.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
Senior Deputy Sheriff (Corporal)
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
04.2009 - 01.2021
- Supervised the performance of Deputy Sheriffs and other personnel under my command as assigned by the Sergeant.
- Provided leadership of patrol, investigations, traffic control, personnel training, and public relations for an assigned group of personnel as directed by the Sergeant.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
Deputy Sheriff
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
04.2004 - 04.2009
- Patrolled assigned areas and responded to calls for service. Conducted traffic stops and issued citations.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Covered Correctional Officer shifts at the Imperial County Correctional Facility as needed.
Inmate Worker Supervisor, Correctional Facility
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
05.2002 - 04.2004
- Oversaw daily operations of the correctional laundry facility, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Supervised inmate workers assigned to the laundry facility.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Education
CA Peace Officer Standards & Training-Certificate - Law Enforcement Investigation And Interviewing
Moreno Valley College
Field Training Program (Coordinator) Certificate - Law Enforcement Administration
Long Beach City College
06.2022
Leadership Development Program-CA POST Certificate - Law Enforcement Administration
College of The Canyons
10.2012
Police Academy Certificate- CA POST/Vocational - Criminal Justice
College of The Redwoods
12.2003
Skills
- Emergency Management and Supervision
- Planning and Program Development
- Critical Thinking/Problem-Solving
- Strategic Leadership
- Analytical Skills
- Training and Mentoring
- Certified Criminal, Civil, and Background Investigator
- Knowledge of Public Safety and Security
- Fluent in Spanish
Certification
- Field Training Officer- Rio Hondo College, Los Angeles, CA- October, 2007
- Investigative Interview and Interrogation- Behavioral Analysis Training Institute- August, 2010
- Homicide Investigation- Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA- January, 2011
- Cognitive Interview & Forensic Statement Analysis- Behavioral Analysis Training Institute- Sept, 2011
- Court Security and Threat Assessment- California State Sheriff's Association- November, 2014
- Advanced Training Officer- KTLLC- August, 2019
- ICI Homicide Investigation- Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigation- December, 2019
- Driver Awareness Instructor (EVOC)- San Bernardino College, San Bernardino, CA- January, 2020
Accomplishments
- Awarded Deputy Sheriff of the 1st Quarter, 2006
- Imperial County District Attorney's Office Letters of Commendation for excellent investigative work as the lead Criminal Investigator on a Kidnapping Investigation, Homicide Investigation, and Child Abuse Investigation - 2009 - 2012
- United States Border Patrol Commendation Medal for Exceptional Meritorious Achievement- March 18, 2021
- Elected to Board Secretary of the Imperial County Deputy Sheriff's Association- November 2022
Contact
El Centro, CA 92243
Education
Long Beach, CA,Valencia, CA,Moreno Valley, CA,Eureka, CA
Specialized Assignments
Sheriff's Criminal Investigator (Detective), 01/2009 - 04/2013, 01/2019 - 01/2021
Imperial County Sheriff's Office - El Centro, CA
- Conducted criminal and special investigations, including domestic violence, burglaries, thefts, robberies, assaults, homicides, and the enforcement of City, County, and State laws.
- Prepared case documentation for filing with the District Attorney and presented case evidence in Court as required.
- Supervised crime scene investigations.
- Conducted follow-up investigations, gathered evidence, questioned witnesses, and apprehended crime suspects (s).
- Agricultural Crimes Investigator - Responsible for all agricultural crimes, including, but not limited to, livestock theft, copper wire theft, tractor/trailer theft, and fuel theft.
Mentorship Program Coordinator, 06/2021 - 02/2022
Imperial County Sheriff's Office - El Centro, CA
- Supervised (11) sworn Deputy Sheriffs assigned as Mentors to new Recruits.
- Assigned Recruits to their Mentors, tracked each Recruit's progress through the program, periodically assessed the entire program, and managed Recruits on a case-by-case basis.
- Ensured that all Recruits received the benefits of a mentoring relationship to promote agency loyalty and inclusiveness.
- Identified program goals, created program structure and procedures, and defined mentor/mentee roles and responsibilities.
- Maintained files on all Recruits and Mentors, including scheduling at all divisions within the agency.
Sheriff's Court Services Supervisor, 06/2022 - 04/2023
Imperial County Sheriff's Office/Imperial County Superior Court - El Centro, CA
- Supervised (13) sworn Deputy Sheriffs assigned as Bailiffs at all Imperial County Superior Courthouses.
- Oversaw, directed and led Deputy Sheriffs/Bailiffs of the superior court by ensuring an effective and efficient operation and a safe environment.
- Created, managed, and monitored the daily work assignments of Deputy Sheriffs/Bailiffs by scheduling courtroom assignments, work locations, and employee performances.
- Supervised, monitored, and oversaw personnel activities, including performance evaluations, overtime scheduling, disciplinary actions, training, and other personnel actions, to ensure productivity and quality standards were maintained.
- Acted as a key liaison between the Sheriff's Office and Superior Court Judges and Administration, fostering collaboration on joint operations and intelligence-sharing initiatives.
FTO (Field Training Officer) Training Coordinator, 02/2022 - 04/2023
Imperial County Sheriff's Office - El Centro, CA
- Supervised (15) sworn Deputy Sheriffs assigned as Field Training Officers.
- Assigned Trainees to their Field Training Officers (FTOs) and shifts, tracked each trainee's progress through the program, evaluated FTOs' performance, periodically assessed the entire program, and managed trainees on a case-by-case basis.
- Maintained files on all Trainees and Field Training Officers, including Field Training and Evaluation Training records and certifications.
- Reviewed Trainee Daily Observation Reports as needed and monitored their evaluations and progress.
- Developed all remedial training and retraining plans for Trainees who showed a pattern of non-performance on the Daily Observation Reports.
- Conducted field training in-services for the Field Training and Evaluation Program personnel.
Timeline
Correctional Lieutenant
The Geo Group, Inc.
09.2024 - Current
Sheriff's Sergeant
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Deputy Sheriff (Corporal)
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
04.2009 - 01.2021
Deputy Sheriff
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
04.2004 - 04.2009
Inmate Worker Supervisor, Correctional Facility
Imperial County Sheriff's Office
05.2002 - 04.2004
Field Training Program (Coordinator) Certificate - Law Enforcement Administration
Long Beach City College
Leadership Development Program-CA POST Certificate - Law Enforcement Administration
College of The Canyons
Police Academy Certificate- CA POST/Vocational - Criminal Justice
College of The Redwoods
- Field Training Officer- Rio Hondo College, Los Angeles, CA- October, 2007
- Investigative Interview and Interrogation- Behavioral Analysis Training Institute- August, 2010
- Homicide Investigation- Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA- January, 2011
- Cognitive Interview & Forensic Statement Analysis- Behavioral Analysis Training Institute- Sept, 2011
- Court Security and Threat Assessment- California State Sheriff's Association- November, 2014
- Advanced Training Officer- KTLLC- August, 2019
- ICI Homicide Investigation- Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigation- December, 2019
- Driver Awareness Instructor (EVOC)- San Bernardino College, San Bernardino, CA- January, 2020
CA Peace Officer Standards & Training-Certificate - Law Enforcement Investigation And Interviewing
Moreno Valley College
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