Summary
Overview
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Education
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Diana De La Ola

Laredo

Summary

Professional leader with strong expertise in overseeing daily operations and team coordination. Known for effective collaboration and achieving results in fast-paced environments. Highly adaptable, skilled in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and ensuring optimal workflow. Respected for reliability and proactive approach to shifting demands.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shift Supervisor

CoreCivic
11.2018 - Current
  • Directly supervise security staff and inmates in the shift and the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by facility and corporate policy
  • Train new employees: listening to complaints and effectively resolving disputes or problems; taking corrective or disciplinary action; developing work schedules for subordinates; monitoring post assignments; approving leave requests; and preparing inmate work assignments
  • Assist in the effective management of facility resources
  • Provide for adequate staffing in areas supervised; fill in as needed during periods of short staffing
  • Participate in recruiting, hiring, and orienting assigned staff
  • Make recommendations to the supervisor concerning personnel matters such as employment, retention, promotion merit increases and discipline
  • Duties are not limited to a sole position and the ability to adapt and perform in any assignment is vital
  • Facility budget management and review safe daily
  • (Up to 3 times a day)
  • Organizing with business manager regarding CapX
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
  • Ensured a high level of customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry into sensitive areas.
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to ensure seamless integration of security measures and timely response to incidents.
  • Coordinated with other departments to develop integrated security plans that addressed specific risks unique to each area.

Senior Detention Officer

CoreCivic
04.2016 - 11.2018
  • Directly supervise detention officers assigned to the shift
  • Supervises the count of inmates/residents
  • In charge of processing and discharging residents that enter and exit the facility as per agency's needs at all hours of the day
  • Safeguard point of entry to incoming inmates/residents to ensure that no contraband enters the facility
  • Assists in the supervision of the administrative and operational security activities in a correctional facility
  • Provides for the protection of each inmate and the preservation of each inmate's legal rights
  • Facilitate the counting of all incoming and outgoing cash through our business department
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
  • Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
  • Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
  • Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.

Detention Officer

CoreCivic
02.2008 - 04.2016
  • Perform routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures
  • Maintain order and provide security, care, and direct supervision of inmates at all times
  • Duties are not limited to a sole position and ability to adapt and perform in any assignment is vital
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively, employing crisis intervention techniques and coordinating with medical professionals as needed for the well-being of inmates and staff.
  • Enhanced overall operational efficiency within the detention facility through continuous training on new policies, technology updates, and industry best practices.
  • Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough and regular cell searches for contraband items.
  • Facilitated successful transitions between housing units or off-site appointments by coordinating transportation logistics and supervising inmate transfers.
  • Prevented potential incidents by identifying warning signs of escalating tensions among inmates through constant observation and active listening skills.

Accountant

Little Angels Daycare
07.2004 - 12.2007
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.

Education

High School Diploma -

J. B. Alexander High School
05.2004

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Employee training
  • Workplace safety
  • Staff management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Staff motivation
  • Staff development
  • Inventory control and record keeping
  • Cash handling and management

Certification

  • Non-Commissioned Security Officer
  • Special Operation Response Team (SORT)
  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Substitute Teacher Certification

Timeline

Shift Supervisor

CoreCivic
11.2018 - Current

Senior Detention Officer

CoreCivic
04.2016 - 11.2018

Detention Officer

CoreCivic
02.2008 - 04.2016

Accountant

Little Angels Daycare
07.2004 - 12.2007

High School Diploma -

J. B. Alexander High School
Diana De La Ola