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JOSE BARNETT

Queen Creek,AZ

Summary

Dynamic correctional professional with proven leadership in managing complex operations. Expertise in problem-solving, teamwork, and active listening, ensuring safety and compliance across multi-custody environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Major

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
Tucson, AZ
08.2025 - Current
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Provide executive-level leadership within a 4,400-inmate correctional complex overseeing approximately 1,100 Correctional personnel across multi-custody operations.
  • Direct strategic security operations encompassing minimum, medium, and close custody units while ensuring compliance with statutory mandates, agency policy, and constitutional standards.
  • Oversee high-liability specialized units including Tactical Support Unit, Special Security Unit, CHASE, Fire Crew, and Crisis Negotiation Team.
  • Act as Institutional Incident Commander during major disturbances, critical incidents, and emergency operations; coordinate unified command with external law enforcement and emergency partners.
  • Provide executive oversight of use-of-force review boards, administrative investigations and risk mitigation initiatives.
  • Advise the Warden on institutional risk posture, litigation exposure, staffing strategy, emergency preparedness, and operational policy implementation.
  • Lead complex-wide security strategy focused on violence reduction, contraband interdiction, and intelligence-driven disruption of organized criminal activity.
  • Promote accountability, professional standards, and leadership development among command staff to strengthen institutional culture and operational consistency.
  • Manage large-scale staffing deployment, succession planning, and fiscal stewardship within a high-volume correctional environment.

Executive Leadership Impact

  • Influenced institutional culture through command presence, ethical leadership, and decisive crisis management.
  • Strengthened enterprise risk management through proactive intelligence coordination and tactical readiness.
  • Enhanced interdepartmental communication and executive alignment across custody, support services, and specialty operations.
  • Supported agency strategic initiatives by translating executive directives into measurable institutional outcomes.

Correctional Captain

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
Tucson, AZ
11.2024 - 08.2025
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and institutional policies.
  • Coordinated inmate movements, ensuring adherence to security protocols during transfers and activities.
  • Conducted training sessions for staff on emergency response procedures and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Implemented strategies to improve inmate rehabilitation programs, fostering a safer environment.
  • Provide honest and accountable leadership over daily operations in a secure facility housing 800+ inmates.
  • Supervise 50+ personnel, promoting transparency in shift operations, performance evaluations, and disciplinary matters.
  • Lead emergency responses while documenting incidents thoroughly and truthfully for after-action review.
  • Conduct internal audits, openly report deficiencies, and implement corrective measures with full transparency.
  • Uphold fairness and neutrality in investigations involving staff conduct or inmate grievances

Correctional Lieutenant

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
Florence, AZ
06.2017 - 11.2024
  • Supervise daily operations and ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
  • Train and mentor correctional officers on safety protocols and crisis intervention techniques.
  • Conduct regular inspections to identify safety hazards and implement corrective actions.
  • Develop and oversee inmate rehabilitation programs to promote successful reintegration into society.
  • Maintained security and safety within the facility through regular security checks, inspections, and adherence to security protocols.
  • Managed inmate populations, addressing behavioral issues, and enforcing facility rules and regulations.
  • Coordinated responses to emergencies, including inmate disturbances, medical crises, and fires, ensuring a swift and organized reaction.
  • Created and managed shift schedules, ensuring proper staffing levels and post assignments.
  • Conducted training and development programs for correctional officers, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Maintained detailed records, including incident reports, inmate counts, and unusual occurrences, while ensuring their accuracy and completeness.
  • Acted as a liaison between correctional officers and higher-ranking officials, facilitating effective communication and conflict resolution.

Correctional Sergeant

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
Florence, AZ
05.2013 - 06.2017
  • Supervised daily operations within correctional facility, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Conducted regular inspections of inmate housing units to maintain security and compliance standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on operational procedures and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Coordinated with external agencies for inmate transfers, optimizing logistical efficiency and communication.
  • Conducted interviews assisting SSU (Security Security Unit) resulting in positive outcomes.
  • 4 years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant, demonstrating a strong commitment to security, safety, and effective staff supervision.
  • Proficient in supervising and mentoring correctional officers, enforcing security protocols, and ensuring inmate compliance with facility rules.
  • Skilled in emergency response and crisis management, effectively handling inmate disturbances, medical crises, and other emergencies.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills, with a track record of improving team performance and morale.
  • Proficient in maintaining accurate records, conducting risk assessments, and enforcing policies and procedures.

Correctional Officer

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
Florence, AZ
01.2008 - 05.2013
  • Supervised inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
  • Conducted regular security checks to maintain safety and order within the institution.
  • Resolved conflicts among inmates to foster a peaceful environment and reduce incidents.
  • Collaborated with healthcare staff to address inmate medical needs promptly and accurately.
  • 5 years of experience as a Correctional Officer, demonstrating a strong commitment to maintaining security and safety in correctional facilities.
  • Proficient in conducting security checks, inmate searches, and adhering to security protocols.
  • Effective in enforcing facility rules and regulations and addressing inmate behavioral issues.
  • Skilled in emergency response and crisis management, ensuring a swift and organized reaction to disturbances and emergencies.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with inmates and staff in a professional and respectful manner.
  • Proficient in maintaining accurate records and documenting incidents and activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Catalina High Magnet School
Tucson, AZ
05-2004

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Multi-tasking
  • Responsibility
  • Teamwork
  • Honesty
  • Problem Solving
  • Self-Motivated
  • Organized
  • Active Listener

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Correctional Major

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
08.2025 - Current

Correctional Captain

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
11.2024 - 08.2025

Correctional Lieutenant

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
06.2017 - 11.2024

Correctional Sergeant

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
05.2013 - 06.2017

Correctional Officer

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation and Reentry
01.2008 - 05.2013

High School Diploma -

Catalina High Magnet School
JOSE BARNETT