Guadalupe Ponce
Huntsville,TX
Summary
Correctional leadership professional overseeing daily facility operations, security, and staff performance while ensuring compliance with agency policies and standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Major of Correctional Officers
Byrd Unit – Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Huntsville, Texas
04.2023 - Current
- Oversee daily operations of a correctional facility, ensuring security, control, staff performance, and compliance with agency policies and regulations.
- Plan, direct, and monitor security measures, including prevention and response strategies for emergencies.
- Supervise three Captains, seven Lieutenants, eleven sergeants, and 249 correctional officers ensuring assignments are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with standards.
- Monitored overtime and managed armory operations, ensuring readiness of equipment and weapons for operational effectiveness.
- Serve as Family Liaison Officer during visitation
- Collaborate across departments to maintain compliance with CID Core Competencies and TDCJ operational standards.
Captain of Correctional Officers
Huntsville Unit
Huntsville, Texas
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Supervision of correctional officers, offender supervision, administrative duties assisted with all security functions of the facility, and ensured all activities were conducted in accordance with policy.
Lieutenant of Correctional Officers
Huntsville Unit
Huntsville, Texas
06.2016 - 10.2018
- Supervision of Sergeants, correctional officers, and offender supervision, assisted with all security functions of the facility, and ensured all activities were conducted in accordance with policy.
Operational Review Sergeant
Huntsville Unit
Huntsville, Texas
03.2014 - 06.2016
- Conducted operational reviews ensuring compliance with TDCJ policies and standards, enhancing regulatory adherence.
- Evaluated documentation, security measures, and operational processes, identifying areas for improvement and risk mitigation.
- Provided guidance on corrective actions and policy adherence, facilitating operational integrity and consistency.
Operational Support Officer (ACA)
Wynne Unit
Huntsville, Texas
03.2011 - 03.2014
- Ensured ACA compliance by reviewing documentation, compiling files, evaluating procedures, and conducting operational readiness checks.
Correctional Officer
Wynne Unit
Huntsville, Texas
04.2005 - 03.2011
- Supervised offenders, enforced security protocols, maintained safe living areas to ensure safety and security within facilities.
- Ensured adherence to security procedures, departmental regulations to foster a safe and orderly environment.
- Conducted inspections, monitored sanitation, documented behavioral issues to uphold health standards and address inmate concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - General Business
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas12-2022
Skills
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Time Management
- Microsoft Programs
Additional Training
- Training for Trainers
- DHO Training
- Mid-Management
- FEMA
- Cultural Diversity
Timeline
Major of Correctional Officers
Byrd Unit – Texas Department of Criminal Justice
04.2023 - Current
Captain of Correctional Officers
Huntsville Unit
11.2020 - 04.2023
Lieutenant of Correctional Officers
Huntsville Unit
06.2016 - 10.2018
Operational Review Sergeant
Huntsville Unit
03.2014 - 06.2016
Operational Support Officer (ACA)
Wynne Unit
03.2011 - 03.2014
Correctional Officer
Wynne Unit
04.2005 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Business Administration - General Business
Sam Houston State University