JIMMY HURTADO

• Completed extensive portions of Category I P.O.S.T. recruit training
• Participated in daily academic instruction and scenario-based training aligned with Nevada P.O.S.T. standards

Completed training in:

• Defensive tactics (104 hours)
• Firearms training (pistol and rifle – 104 hours)
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) and PIT maneuvers
• Crisis Intervention and verbal de-escalation (40 hour Course Certified)
• DUI detection and enforcement procedures (Intoxilyzer 8000 and Field Sobriety Test Certified)
• Taser certification and OC exposure
• Active assailant response and building search tactics (Independent clearing and team tactics)
• Report writing and courtroom demeanor
• Police radio communications and 10-code usage
• Engaged in force-on-force and FX scenario training involving suicidal and homicidal subjects
• Demonstrated strong teamwork skills during training exercises, fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced overall group performance.
• Communicated effectively with peers and instructors, enhancing understanding of complex procedures and promoting a culture of learning.
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• Maintained order in maximum and behavioral housing units, reducing incident recurrence with proactive supervision.
• Used verbal de-escalation to stabilize volatile encounters, decreasing reliance on physical force.
• Conducted systematic searches and inspections to prevent contraband introduction and limit disruptions.
• Prepared detailed incident and use-of-force reports for administrative review, improving case clarity and accountability.
• Fostered a collaborative environment by mentoring new correctional officers, enhancing their skills, and reinforcing safety protocols.
• Implemented proactive communication strategies that improved order maintenance, leading to measurable improvements in facility safety.
• Conducted thorough inspections and inmate searches to identify contraband, effectively reducing the risk of institutional disruptions.