Open To Work
Jonathan Barajas
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
Phoenix,AZ
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Detention OfficerFraud Prevention RepresentativeDental Assistant
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Phoenix, AZGlendale, AZ
Open to relocation:
Yes
Important To Me
Paid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsCompany Culture401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsWork-life balanceCareer advancement4-day work weekPaid time offWork from home optionFlexible work hours
1
Language
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Dedicated, highly organized professional with over 15 years of experience spanning law enforcement, fraud prevention, and clinical customer service. Proven ability to remain calm and decisive under high-pressure situations, manage emergency responses, and maintain complete confidentiality. Adept at physical security, report writing, regulatory compliance (HIPAA/AML), and team collaboration. Strong communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Work History
Detention Officer
8 Years 10 Months- Supervised and facilitated safe movement of inmates within a major correctional facility.
- Monitored surveillance cameras, automated doors, and security feeds to maintain facility safety and detect suspicious activity.
- Conducted repeated, cell security walks and safety inspections across all classification levels, including inmates with Mental Chronic Care and Serious Mental Illness (SMI) needs.
- Managed confidential inmate booking, intake, release, visitation records, and evidence preservation.
- Supervised daily operations within detention facility to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmate areas to maintain security and identify potential hazards.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and legal personnel to facilitate inmate processing and court appearances.
- Applied verbal de-escalation, physical control tactics, and non-lethal equipment (taser, OC spray, pepper-ball launcher) during critical incidents.
- Wrote detailed incident reports, memorandums, and official emails with high accuracy and discretion.
- Rendered first aid, CPR, and AED response during medical emergencies.
- Maintained annual 40-hour training certifications covering OSHA, HIPAA, and updated agency directives.
Fraud Prevention Representative
1 Year 1 Month- Monitored real-time financial transactions across multiple agencies to detect fraud trends and anti-money laundering patterns.
- Ensured strict adherence to state and federal Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.
- Responded to client inquiries via phone, email, web chat, and social media, resolving complex customer issues efficiently.
- Monitored transactions for suspicious activity, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted thorough investigations of fraud cases, utilizing advanced analytical tools to identify patterns.
Dental Assistant
5 Years- Assisted dentists during clinical procedures, charting, taking and developing X-rays, and sterilizing equipment.
- Recorded patient histories, vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration), and documented treatment plans accurately.
- Prepared treatment rooms in compliance with clinical standards and HIPAA privacy guidelines.
- Assisted in patient examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and safety throughout treatments.
- Prepared and sterilized dental instruments, maintaining compliance with health regulations.
Education
Detention Services Certification
Associate Degree - Administration of Justice
High School Diploma
Skills
De-escalation Techniques
Emergency Response
Surveillance
Physical Restraint Tactics
Evidence Preservation
Criminal Investigations
Windows OS
Microsoft Office 365 (Word
Excel
PowerPoint)
PC Hardware & Network Troubleshooting
Electronical Equipment
Report Writing
High-Pressure Decision Making
Multitasking
Customer Service & Relations
60 WPM
Incident documentation
Defensive tactics
Interviewing techniques
Case management systems
Certification
- Dental Assisting Radiography
- Coronal Polishing
- CPR & AED Certification
- OSHA & HIPAA Compliance (Annual Recertification)
SKILLS & TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Languages: English (Fluent), Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Detention Officer
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
11.2015 - 09.2024Read More
Fraud Prevention Representative
El Tapatio Envios Money Services
09.2014 - 10.2015Read More
Dental Assistant
General Dentistry for Kids
08.2009 - 08.2014Read More
Paradise Valley High School
High School Diploma
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Paradise Valley Community College
Associate Degree from Administration of Justice
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MCSO Academy Training Center / Rio Salado College
Detention Services Certification
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