Inez Tapiz
Galt,CA
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Sergeant with extensive experience. Mastering skills in Alarm Response, Baton, and Communications De-escalation. Demonstrated leadership in training staff statewide and enhancing institutional safety protocols. Excelled in fostering cultural diversity and stress resiliency, significantly contributing to a secure and inclusive environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR-Richard A. McGee Training Facility
04.2015 - Current
- Instruct, monitor, evaluate, and document cadet performance and behavior
- Train cadets in curriculum, tactical, firearms, and POST required courses.
- 8-time Company Commander
- Certified MASTER T4T, Staff Suicide Awareness, Stress Resiliency, Cultural Diversity and Use of Force instructor
- Subject Matter Expert in Alarm Response, MEB and Communications De-escalation Techniques
- State-wide alarm response cadre advisor with Emergency Operations Unit
- Statewide MEB instructor
- Alarm response lead, and tactical lead
- Peer Support Program Administrator
- Rangemaster
- Train and certify all new Sergeants
- Interview panel for hiring sergeants at the BCOA
- Watch sergeant and the OP sergeant
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR- Advanced Learning Institute
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Instructed newly promoted Sergeants in Basic Supervision Course and Sergeant's Academy
- Trained and certified sergeants on CDCR policies and procedures in capacity of supervisor's role
- Conducted state-wide training
- Monitored Telestaff and FLSA's for all custody staff
- Modified and updated lesson plans
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR-California Health Care Facility
02.2014 - 04.2015
- Maintained order and security in correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Supervised officers and performance of tasks and managed offenders.
- Evaluated job performance of subordinate staff members regularly while providing constructive feedback for improvement opportunities.
- Activated Telestaff program.
- Improved staff performance by providing training and guidance on institutional policies and best practices.
Correctional Officer
CDCR-California Health Care Facility
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring safety of all involved parties
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, mealtime, recreation, phone calls, and showers
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates
Correctional Officer
CDCR-California Medical Facility
11.2001 - 04.2013
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly
- 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
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility
Skills
- Subject Matter Expert: Alarm Response, Monadnock Expandable Baton, and Communications De-escalation Techniques
- Master Instructor: Training for Trainers, Use Of Force, Staff Suicide Awareness, Stress Resiliency, and Cultural Diversity
- Rangemaster, Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) tactical weapon instructor, Academy Instructor Certification Course instructor
- Peer Support Program Administrator
- Statewide Alarm response cadre advisor, and MEB instructor
- Equal Employment Opportunity Counselor
- Policy Enforcement
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR- Advanced Learning Institute
04.2017 - 08.2017
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR-Richard A. McGee Training Facility
04.2015 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR-California Health Care Facility
02.2014 - 04.2015
Correctional Officer
CDCR-California Health Care Facility
04.2013 - 02.2014
Correctional Officer
CDCR-California Medical Facility
11.2001 - 04.2013
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