Guadalupe Espinoza
Burleson
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution. Successfully implemented safety protocols, enhancing facility security and fostering a rehabilitative environment. Proficient in inmate supervision and crisis management, ensuring compliance with regulations while promoting positive behavioral changes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2024 - Current
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and security within correctional facility.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategies for conflict resolution among inmates.
- Implemented emergency response procedures during crisis situations to safeguard personnel and inmates.
- Enforced institutional rules and regulations consistently, fostering a safe environment for all personnel and inmates.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
01.2015 - 05.2024
- Managed inmate records, documenting behaviors and incidents for reporting purposes.
- Monitored surveillance systems to detect suspicious activities or potential security breaches.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Streamlined inmate check-in and processing, increasing efficiency.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Facilitated effective emergency response drills, preparing staff for potential crises.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
Education
GED -
Big Country Adult Education
Abilene, TXSkills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Safety
- Facility security
- Crisis management
- Crisis intervention training
- Emergency management
Certification
OSHA 5810
Occupational Safety and Health
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
01.2015 - 05.2024
GED -
Big Country Adult Education
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