Claire M. Valdez
Calexico,CA
Summary
Eager to apply academic and professional background towards launching a successful career in law enforcement with an employer offering opportunities for professional development in exchange for demonstrated drive and commitment to superior job performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Yuma Police Department
Yuma, AZ
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement; Firearms training, Defensive tactics, Gang affiliation, Detecting DUI, Report Writing, Homicide investigation, Use of force, Operations, ETHICS, Public safety, DE-escalation, EMT Simulator, Taser/ OC/ Baton, and Active shooter training.
- Assisted in reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Assisted enforcing traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Collaborated with domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
Probation Officer
Yuma County Adult Probation
405 S. Main St. Yuma, AZ 85364
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Assist Federal Agencies in arresting non-citizens who are on probation and have violated immigration laws.
- Assisted ICE ERO with over 20 non-citizens who violated immigration laws in calendar year 2023.
- Assist with apprehension of individuals that are accused of violating immigration or related laws while on probation.
- Assist with preparing investigative reports in sufficient detail and accuracy to support possible prosecution and/or administrative action.
- Perform law enforcement duties such as taking fingerprints and photographs.
- Conduct routine interviews using various law enforcement methods and techniques.
- Writing reports to be included in case records.
- Securing signed statements, affidavits and documentary evidence.
- Searching database to obtain information.
- Conduct investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Conducted safe and legal searches of property, vehicles, and items.
- Conducted more than 80 arrest in year of 2023.
- Collected more than 100 fingerprints and DNA for database.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Oversee administration of drug and alcohol screenings for offenders.
- Initiate crisis intervention by following official crisis communication plans and training.
Detention Support Specialist
Yuma County Sheriff's Office
200 W. Court St, Yuma, AZ 85364
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Control entry to and exit from the detention center in accordance with established procedures.
- Monitor that firearms and ammunition are secured in the gun locker.
- Perform visual security checks of inmate housing areas.
- Schedule inmate visitation.
- Sort and deliver mail to the housing units, process mail for proper addresses, contraband, money orders, etc.
- Review booking forms, inmate records, and court documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Examine and interpret court orders and release documents to verify validity of each prisoner release.
- Conduct manual and automated criminal history checks -Enter property information, releases inmate property/monies as -needed.
- Communicate appropriate inmate information, jail policies and procedures to the public by phone or in person.
- Monitor inmate population, especially during officer inmate contact situations.
- Enter inmate data into the Jail Management Information system.
- Monitor security cameras and audio equipment.
- Operate communications equipment, including two way radio.
Lab Technician - COVID-19 Unit
Fortuna Medical Group
11510 S. Fortuna Rd. Ste A, Yuma, AZ 85367
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Stored and disposed of various samples and hazardous materials using prescribed methods.
- Developed and maintained quality control procedures to support accuracy of results.
- Used employer-provided Personal Protective Equipment to reduce risk of getting or spreading COVID-19 to others.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies used in COVID-19 testing
- Compiled and maintained paper and electronic records to meet regulatory guidelines and departmental quality assurance requirements.
- Processed COVID-19 specimens promptly to meet turnaround time.
Education
M.D. - Legal Studies
Trinity Law School, Trinity International University
06.2021
Bachelors Degree - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
CA05.2019
Associates Degree - Social Science
Imperial Valley College
08.2017
High School Diploma -
Calexico High School
Calexico, CA06.2015
Skills
- Search and Seizure
- Firearms and Weapons Expertise
- Gang Knowledge
- Background Investigations
- Self-Defense Training
- Arrest and Detention Tactics
- Interrogation Techniques
- Conflict Resolution Tactics
- Report Writing
- Court Preparation
- Local, State and Federal Regulations
- Probation and Parole Knowledge
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Organization and Time Management
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Planning and Coordination
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Leadership skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Empathetic and Hard Working
- Communication Skills and Interpersonal Skills
- Microsoft Office Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
Certification
Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
American Red Cross
Mental Health First Aid
Yuma County
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Police Officer
Yuma Police Department
08.2023 - 01.2024
Probation Officer
Yuma County Adult Probation
08.2021 - 08.2023
Detention Support Specialist
Yuma County Sheriff's Office
03.2021 - 08.2021
Lab Technician - COVID-19 Unit
Fortuna Medical Group
03.2020 - 03.2021
M.D. - Legal Studies
Trinity Law School, Trinity International University
Bachelors Degree - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
Associates Degree - Social Science
Imperial Valley College
High School Diploma -
Calexico High School