Ernie Holguin
Deming
Summary
Experienced specialist in inmate management and K9 handling, focused on implementing safety protocols and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in navigating complex situations to maintain safety and security while fostering effective communication. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and promoting a positive atmosphere in correctional settings.
Overview
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1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
STIU K9/Gang Unit Specialist Officer
New Mexico Corrections Deparment
Las Cruces, New Mexico
01.2007 - 08.2025
- Certified K9 Handler, enhancing security measures.
- Coordinated inmate activities and schedules to create structured routines, improving daily operations.
- Managed daily operations of correctional unit, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated inmate activities and schedules to establish structured routines.
- Implemented safety protocols, minimizing risks during inmate interactions and enhancing overall security.
- Collaborated with team to maintain a safe and secure environment.
- Certified K9 handler, ensuring enhanced security protocols during operations.
- Identified security threats, monitoring for weapons, narcotics, and gang affiliations to maintain safety.
Police Officer
Deming Police Deparment
Deming, New Mexico
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Inspected assigned areas to deter criminal activity. to ensure community safety and security.
- Enforced laws and regulations while maintaining public order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, providing accurate reports that supported successful prosecutions.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes and reported findings accurately.
- Provided first aid assistance in emergency situations.
- Compiled comprehensive reports on incidents and investigations. on incidents, arrests, and investigations consistently.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime and apprehending suspects, contributing to a safer community.
- Provided first aid assistance in emergency situations as needed.
- Educated youth groups on dangers of drug abuse and gang violence, fostering awareness and prevention.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM01-2004
Skills
- Emergency Response Team
- Conflict de-escalation
- Security equipment
- Witness interviewing
- Bag inspection
- Security training
- NARCAN administration
- First aid administration
- Emergency medical support
- Inmate managementt
- Regulatory compliance
- Incident documentation
- Safety protocols
- Community policing
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Analytical skills
- Effective communication
Certification
- FEMA 3 Courses Mass Evacuation, Logistics, Disaster Responder
- Dessert Snow Advance Search all Contraband
- Active Shooter Response Certification
- European K-9 Handler Certification
- K-9 Services/ Bernalillo Sheriffs Department 2 Certification
Education and Training
other
Timeline
STIU K9/Gang Unit Specialist Officer
New Mexico Corrections Deparment
01.2007 - 08.2025
Police Officer
Deming Police Deparment
01.1999 - 01.2002
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Western New Mexico University