ERIC A. DA ROSA
Salinas,CA
Summary
Accomplished correctional professional with expertise in strategic oversight and staff training within high-pressure environments. Proven track record in regulatory compliance and crisis management, ensuring safety and security while enhancing team capabilities. Ready to leverage skills in a public sector role to strengthen organizational security measures.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Lieutenant
Correctional Training Facility
Soledad, USA
11.2006 - Current
- Utilized 29 years of security operations experience to improve departmental effectiveness through strategic oversight.
- Directed operations for general population and administrative segregation units.
- Led unit operations during tenure as facility captain from April to November 2006.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure safety, enforcing disciplinary actions to uphold facility rules.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures.
- Conducted formal and informal training sessions to develop staff skills and streamline operational processes.
- Initiated progressive disciplinary processes to address performance issues effectively.
- Maintained professional communication while managing sensitive issues and fostering cooperative relationships.
Facility Captain (A)
Correctional Training Facility
Soledad, USA
04.2006 - 11.2006
- I accepted an out-of-class assignment from April to November 2006 as Facility Captain (A) to ensure efficient unit operations.
- Oversaw the General Population Unit and the Administrative Segregation Unit throughout this assignment.
- Ensured compliance with court mandates regarding inmate access to programs, services, and activities, thereby safeguarding inmates' rights.
- Chaired the Unit Classification Committee and conducted initial and annual classifications of inmates using relevant case factors.
- Contributed to Institutional Classification Committee by reviewing Administrative Segregation concerns and resolving casework for inmate transfers or releases using central files and reports.
- I audited and monitored the inmate disciplinary process ensuring due process and regulatory requirements were met by reviewing disciplinary reports and logs.
- Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews for open roles for vacant positions and recommended the top candidate for the Warden’s approval.
Correctional Lieutenant
Correctional Training Facility
Soledad, USA
04.2004 - 04.2006
- As Correctional Lieutenant I am responsible for upholding the Mission of the Department to ensure public safety by keeping offenders incarcerated in a safe, secure, and humane environment.
- I monitor inmate behavior to provide a safe environment and hold inmates accountable for their behavior by apprehending and disciplining those involved in criminal activities/departmental rule violations or those who present a danger to self and/or others.
- I plan, organize, and direct the work activities of staff assigned to the unit to achieve operational efficiency.
- I Initiate and participate in the Progressive Disciplinary Process to correct/improve employee performance/behavior or address issues of substandard performance.
- Conducted formal and informal training to enhance staff development and improve operational capabilities.
- Oversaw facility operations as Facility Captain, ensuring compliance with safety standards and effective management from April to November 2006.
- Served as Senior Hearing Officer, determining appropriate classification and resolution of disciplinary reports by reviewing evidence and conducting hearings.
Correctional Sergeant
California State Prison Solano
Solano, USA
12.2000 - 04.2004
- Oversaw operations in general population and administrative segregation as a Correctional Sergeant.
- Ensured appropriate inmate housing while identifying security and medical concerns to maintain safety and well-being.
- I enforced inmate disciplinary procedures and the inmate’s rights as they pertain to administrative Rules Violation Reports (RVR).
- Enforced departmental policies and institutional procedures, ensuring compliance among subordinates regarding program unit operations.
- Motivated subordinates to reach their potential through on-the-job training, enhancing team capability and performance.
Correctional Officer
California State Prison Solano
Solano, USA
11.1997 - 12.2000
- Ensured safety and security of institution by supervising inmate conduct in level II and III settings.
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and order within the facility.
- Monitored inmate behavior, documenting rule infractions and suspicious occurrences for further action.
- Conducted regular inspections of cellblocks and common areas for contraband.
- Managed inmate classifications and movements based on security protocols.
Education
Fairfield, California - Administration of Justice
Solano Community College
Fairfield, California01-2003
Whittier, California - Administration of Justice
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, California01-2002
Sacramento, California - Administration of Justice
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, California01-1997
Stockton, California - Correctional Officer Training
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, California01-1997
Sacramento, California - general education
American River College
Sacramento, California01-1993
Davis, California - general education
UC Davis Extension
Davis, California01-1993
Skills
- Security operations
- Policy writing
- Regulatory compliance
- Security protocols
- Risk assessment
- Crisis management
- Discipline enforcement
- Incident reporting
- Case management
- Emergency response
- Staff training
- Officer training
- Staff supervision
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Conflict management
- Critical thinking
- Public safety
Training
- Leadership Training
- Advanced Supervision
- Basic Supervision
- Legal Issues (Supervisor)
- Management Team Concepts
- Sexual Harassment Prevention
- Use of Force
- Medical Emergency Response
- Communication Skills
- Report Writing
- Incident command
- Due Process
Certification
- C-Post certified
- PC 832 certified
Languages
Portuguese
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Correctional Lieutenant
Correctional Training Facility
11.2006 - Current
Facility Captain (A)
Correctional Training Facility
04.2006 - 11.2006
Correctional Lieutenant
Correctional Training Facility
04.2004 - 04.2006
Correctional Sergeant
California State Prison Solano
12.2000 - 04.2004
Correctional Officer
California State Prison Solano
11.1997 - 12.2000
Fairfield, California - Administration of Justice
Solano Community College
Whittier, California - Administration of Justice
Rio Hondo College
Sacramento, California - Administration of Justice
Sacramento City College
Stockton, California - Correctional Officer Training
San Joaquin Delta College
Sacramento, California - general education
American River College
Davis, California - general education
UC Davis Extension