Diego Arana Villegas
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer experienced in managing inmate populations and ensuring facility compliance. Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis intervention, promoting safety and rehabilitation. Committed to effective case management and team collaboration, enhancing reintegration outcomes for inmates.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer III
Arizona State Prison Complex
Phoenix, Arizona
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw care and programming for approximately 130 inmates, supporting rehabilitation through structured programs to reduce recidivism.
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with facility regulations to maintain safety and order.
- Detected potential threats and de-escalated conflicts promptly to ensure a secure environment.
- Facilitated inmate interactions and resolved conflicts.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and emergency services during critical situations.
- Trained new correctional staff on procedures and safety protocols effectively.
Correctional Officer II
Arizona State Prison Complex
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2011 - 10.2023
- Correctional officer II duties to maintain order among large inmate groups, facilitating safe movement between buildings during meals and recreational activities.
- Transported prisoners from low to maximum custody and maintained custody to medical appointment or hospital visits.
- Conducted routine counts and emergency head counts.
- Performed security checks routinely and unpredictably to ensure safety.
- Managed yard crew activities at Alhambra unit, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of prison grounds. Ordered chemicals and supplies for Alhambra and Flamenco Units while supervising inmates in yard work.
- Relayed critical information on security, safety, and operational matters to chain of command, ensuring effective communication and response.
- Maintained service journal accounts for equipment. Incident reports, notates major events that happen, such as inmate fights names and inmate numbers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration Emphasis
Northern Arizona University
Phoenix12-2022
Forensic Technology Associate in Arts -
Phoenix College
Phoenix06-2011
Skills
- Inmate Rehabilitation
- Crisis Intervention
- Threat detection
- Surveillance Techniques
- Case oversight
- Report writing
- Communication
- Team coordination
- Attention to detail
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Listening
- Safety
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Activities
- Basic Leadership Academy AZ April 20, 2026
- Programs Academy AZ Jan 29, 2024
- Armory Academy, Phoenix AZ Aug 1, 2022
- CHASE TEAM, Phoenix, AZ Jan 01, 2017 to Dec 31, 2019
Participated in two Hound Camps training
- Hound Camp, Safford, AZ Sept 01, 2018
- Hound Camp, Flagstaff, AZ Sept 01, 2017
Timeline
Correctional Officer III
Arizona State Prison Complex
10.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer II
Arizona State Prison Complex
02.2011 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration Emphasis
Northern Arizona University
Forensic Technology Associate in Arts -
Phoenix College