Darren Wright
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Proactive Corrections Officer Instructor with extensive experience in managing complex training programs and ensuring facility safety through vigilant monitoring and security checks. Skilled in emergency response, security procedures, and reducing inmate altercations. Providing strong leadership and guidance, ensuring safety and compliance in high-risk situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Instructor, SERT Officer
Hays County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 10.2024
- Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) member, trained in SWAT tactics used to respond to dynamic and emergency situations within the facility
- Certified TCOLE Instructor, managed complex training programs, providing positive leadership and guidance, and completing monthly reports
- Field Training Officer with over 800 hours of expert training of new and experienced officers increasing overall effectiveness of the departments policy enforcement
- Delivered specialized training sessions to fellow officers on topics such as breaching techniques, close-quarters combat tactics, and firearms proficiency.
- Developed comprehensive emergency response plans in collaboration with SERT operators, ensuring seamless integration during joint operations.
Corrections Officer
MTC Corrections
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
Education
Basic County Corrections - Corrections Officer
Hays County Sherriff's Office
Guadalupe County, TX05-2021
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Corrections
MTC Corrections
Kyle, TX02-2019
High School Diploma -
Leakey ISD
Leakey, TX05-2017
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Security Procedures
- Emergency Management
- Hostage Negotiation
- Tactical Planning
- Crisis Intervention and Deescalation
Certification
- Basic Jailer license
- TCOLE Instructor Certification
- Level 3 Commissioned Security Officer
- Level 4 Private Protection Officer
- 613 hours of TCOLE training courses including Use of Force, Defensive Tactics, Advanced Defensive Driving, Contraband Control, Suicide Prevention, Self Aid Buddy Care, and Gang Intervention
- Use of Force certifications include; Handgun, Shotgun, OC Spray, Less Lethal Beanbag Shotgun, Pepperball, TASER, and BolaWrap
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
Timeline
Corrections Instructor, SERT Officer
Hays County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 10.2024
Corrections Officer
MTC Corrections
02.2019 - 03.2020
Basic County Corrections - Corrections Officer
Hays County Sherriff's Office
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Corrections
MTC Corrections
High School Diploma -
Leakey ISD
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