Dominique Jones
College Station,TX
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Texas state corrections professional with more than 15 years of progressive experience within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Demonstrated career advancement from Correctional Officer to CO5, Unit Property Officer, Sergeant, and currently Lieutenant Supervisor. Proven ability to lead correctional staff, maintain institutional security, supervise personnel, manage operations, enforce policies and procedures, and effectively respond to challenging situations. Recognized for professionalism, leadership, accountability, and commitment to maintaining a safe and secure correctional environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant of Correction
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Bryan, Texas
12.2023 - Current
- Serve in a supervisory leadership position responsible for overseeing correctional operations and staff.
- Supervise correctional personnel and ensure compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and security standards.
- Provide leadership, direction, and accountability to staff in the performance of daily duties.
- Monitor institutional activities and operations to promote safety, security, and effective facility management.
- Respond to incidents and operational issues while exercising sound judgment and maintaining professional standards.
- Assist with maintaining order, discipline, and security throughout the unit.
- Communicate effectively with staff, supervisors, and other departments to support daily institutional operations.
- Maintained accurate documentation and completed assigned responsibilities in accordance with TDCJ standards.
- Ability to learn on the job and assist upper managment as well as support the rest of the team
Sergeant of Corrections
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Navasota, Texas
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Supervised correctional officers and provided leadership during daily institutional operations.
- Ensured staff followed established security procedures, policies, and departmental regulations.
- Monitored inmate movement, activities, and institutional security.
- Responded to incidents and emergencies while maintaining control and following established protocols.
- Conducted staff briefings and provided direction regarding daily assignments and operational responsibilities.
- Assisted with training, mentoring, and evaluating correctional staff.- Maintained professional communication and documentation related to institutional operations.
- Promoted a safe, secure, and orderly correctional environment.
Property Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Lovelady, Texas
05.2017 - 07.2021
- responsibilities involving institutional property operations and accountability.
- Managed and maintained property-related records and ensured proper handling and accountability of assigned property.
- Enforced institutional security policies and procedures while performing correctional duties.
- Supervised and monitored inmate activities and movement in accordance with established protocols.
- Responded to security incidents and emergency situations professionally and effectively.
- Worked collaboratively with fellow officers, supervisors, and administrative personnel.
- Demonstrated reliability, leadership, and professionalism while taking on increased responsibilities throughout tenure.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Livingston, Texas
01.2009 - 05.2017
- Began career with the State of Texas as a Correctional Officer.
- Ensured institutional security by monitoring inmate activities and movements, contributing to a safe environment.
- Enforced departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Performed security checks and identified potential safety and security concerns to mitigate risks.
- Responded appropriately to incidents and emergency situations.
- Completed required reports and documentation accurately and professionally.
- Collaborated with correctional team in high-security environment to uphold safety protocols and support operations.
Education
Cesar Chavez High School
Laveen, AZSkills
- Correctional Facility Operations
- Institutional Security
- Emergency Response
- Crisis management
- Incident Response
- Policy & Procedure Enforcement
- Inmate Supervision
- Staff Supervision & Leadership
- Staff Training & Mentoring
- Staff scheduling
- Report Writing & Documentation
- Safety & Security Procedures
- Decision-Making & Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Effective communication
- Professional communication
- Multitasking
- Self-motivation
- Decision-Making & Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Lieutenant Command School
- Sergeant Academy
- C.R.I.S.P Member
Timeline
Lieutenant of Correction
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
12.2023 - Current
Sergeant of Corrections
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
07.2021 - 12.2023
Property Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2017 - 07.2021
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
01.2009 - 05.2017
Cesar Chavez High School