Javier Cerda
Tulare,CA
Summary
Extensive experience in corrections with roles from Officer to Lieutenant, focusing on inmate supervision and safety protocols. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and maintaining effective communication among staff. Bilingual and CPR certified, enhancing emergency response capabilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Lieutenant
CDCR
Corcoran, USA
10.2025 - Current
- The Correctional Lieutenant is a second-level supervisor who may have charge of an assigned watch or major area in a correctional facility.
- Supervised subordinates to ensure safe custody, discipline, and welfare of inmates, while supporting custodial manager in performing complex staff functions requiring supervisory expertise.
- Supervised daily operations within the correctional facility.
- Managed staff schedules and assignments for optimal coverage.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR
Corcoran, USA
08.2014 - 10.2025
- Managed operations of Correctional Treatment Center and Long-Term Restricted Housing Unit, ensuring compliance with safety and security protocols.
- Facilitated collaboration among medical, mental health, and custody staff; processed documents for housing and screening mental-health crisis inmates of all custody levels; conducted on-the-job training for supervised staff to enhance service delivery.
- Supervised daily operations in correctional facility environment.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and security procedures.
- Trained staff on emergency response and crisis management techniques.
Correctional Officer
CDCR
Corcoran, USA
12.2012 - 08.2014
- Ensured safety and security of institution, staff, and inmates through vigilant monitoring and enforcement of protocols.
- Performed security checks, shift counts, and cell searches to uphold safety standards and assist in daily operational functions.
- Supervised inmate activities and ensured adherence to facility regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks and monitored surveillance systems.
- Managed inmate intake process and maintained accurate records.
Correctional Officer
CDCR
Soledad, USA
03.2012 - 12.2013
- Ensured safety and security of institution, staff, and inmates through vigilant monitoring and adherence to protocols.
- Executed security checks, shift counts, and cell searches to uphold operational standards and support supervisory directives.
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to ensure compliance among inmates.
Correctional Officer
CDCR
Corcoran, USA
05.2010 - 03.2012
- Ensured safety and security of institution, staff, and inmates through proactive monitoring and intervention.
- Executed security checks, shift counts, and cell searches to uphold facility protocols and maintain order.
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas to ensure compliance.
- Responded to emergencies, including altercations and medical situations, swiftly and effectively.
Correctional Officer
CDCR
Soledad, USA
04.2008 - 05.2010
- Ensured safety and security for institution, staff, and inmates through vigilant monitoring and enforcement of protocols.
- Performed regular security checks, shift counts, and cell searches to uphold safety standards and prevent incidents.
Education
Basic Correctional Officer Academy Certificate -
Richard A. McGee Correctional Training Center
Galt, CA04-2008
High School Diploma -
McLane High School
Fresno, CA01-2001
Skills
- Inmate management
- Crisis management
- Emergency response
- Security protocols
- Policy enforcement
- Risk assessment
- Document processing
- Record keeping
- Supervision
- Team leadership
- Operational oversight
- Proactive leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Shift adaptability
- Defensive tactics
- De-escalation techniques
- Weapons handling
- Chemical agents certification
- First aid training
- Mental health knowledge
- Suicide prevention
- Recidivism management
- Inmate rehabilitation
- Contraband management
- Facility operations
- Coaching skills
- Computer-proficient
- Multilingual communication
- Communication effectiveness
- Decision-making skills
- Strong work ethic
- Tenacity
- Safety-oriented
- Rapid adaptation
- Maintenance skills
- Excellent communication
- Inmate rehabilitation
- Contraband management
- Rule enforcement
Referrals
- Nathan Bright, (559) 341-8007
- Edward Silva, (559) 967-3238
Timeline
Correctional Lieutenant
CDCR
10.2025 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
CDCR
08.2014 - 10.2025
Correctional Officer
CDCR
12.2012 - 08.2014
Correctional Officer
CDCR
03.2012 - 12.2013
Correctional Officer
CDCR
05.2010 - 03.2012
Correctional Officer
CDCR
04.2008 - 05.2010
Basic Correctional Officer Academy Certificate -
Richard A. McGee Correctional Training Center
High School Diploma -
McLane High School