Fernando Lopez
El Paso,TX
Summary
Trustworthy Detention Officer with 15 years of experience. Talented at quickly deescalating conflicts and maintaining superior levels of levelheadedness. Intelligent and agile with remarkable security awareness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Paragon Professional Services
03.2009 - Current
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both non-citizens'' 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.
- Perform all duties as directed in accordance with PBNDS/ACA and ICE facility policy standards.
- Follow and abide by company polices and directives
- Respond to emergency situations, such as fires, facility disturbances, riots, etc.
- Prevent and detect contraband
- Prevent and detect escape attempts.
- Observe, prevent, and report all instances of disorder or non-compliance as directed by ICE and GPS policies and procedures.
Soldier
US Army
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University Of Phoenix
Santa Teresa, NM02.2009
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX09.2008
High School Diploma -
San Elizario High School
San Elizario, TX08.2000
Skills
- Patience and Tolerance
- Emergency Response
- Behavioral observation
- Physical restraint
Certification
Certification Courses Taken for the following:
- CompTIA ITF+
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Net+
- CompTIA Security+
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Detention Officer
Paragon Professional Services
03.2009 - Current
Soldier
US Army
01.2001 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University Of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
El Paso Community College
High School Diploma -
San Elizario High School
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