Darren Lopez
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Driven professional with a diverse background, including a pivotal role at Comal County Sheriff’s Office, where I enhanced safety and reduced contraband instances. Skilled in de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution, my proactive approach and proficiency in Corrections Emergency Response Team significantly boost operational efficiency and security. Demonstrated excellence in teamwork and emergency response, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-stakes environments. by
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter's Helper
Lopez Drywall Repair
Falls City, TX
01.2016 - 05.2021
- Cleaned job site after project completion, removing tape, and tarps and inspecting for drips or inconsistencies in paint application.
- Cleaned brushes, rollers and Type equipment prior to use.
- Followed painter's directions for product application and site cleanup.
- Carried paints and painting supplies to each job site and positioned to comply with painter's instructions.
- Installed insulation, put up drywall, taped and floated as well as spraying texture to walls.
Cashier
Beaver Shack
Falls City, TX
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Greeted customers and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Prepared food, snacks and snow cones in a timely manner.
Order Selctor
H-E-B
San Marcos, TX
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
- Boosted productivity by efficiently utilizing various equipment, such as pallet jacks and forklifts, to transport and stack merchandise.
- Enhanced order accuracy by diligently verifying product codes and quantities before packaging.
Correctional Officer
Comal County Sheriff’s Office
New Braunfels, TX
10.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Enforce rules and keep order within jail. Supervise activities of inmates in custody. Inspect jail to ensure that they meet security and safety standards.
- Supervising and monitoring inmates, conducting security checks, responding to emergencies, enforcing rules and regulations, and collaborating with other staff members.
Education
Nursing
Texas State University
San Marcos, TXHigh School Diploma -
Falls City High School
Falls City, TX05.2021
Skills
- Corrections Emergency Response Team
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Responding to emergencies: Responding to critical emergencies in the jail
- Crowd control: Managing crowds in the jail
- Extracting inmates: Extracting uncooperative or violent inmates from their cells
- Searching cells: Conducting daily searches of cells for contraband
- Transporting inmates: Transporting high-risk inmates
- Handling riots: Managing riots in the jail
- Handling hostages: Responding to hostage situations
- Handling mental health: Picking up inmates with mental health issues
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Comal County Sheriff’s Office
10.2022 - Current
Order Selctor
H-E-B
07.2022 - 10.2022
Cashier
Beaver Shack
05.2021 - 08.2021
Painter's Helper
Lopez Drywall Repair
01.2016 - 05.2021
Nursing
Texas State University
High School Diploma -
Falls City High School