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Jose Enrique Rodriguez
Rome,NY
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Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer specializing in inmate supervision and conflict resolution. Enforced safety protocols and conducted contraband inspections to ensure a secure environment. Demonstrated effective emergency response and strong report writing skills, fostering trust and safety within the facility.
Overview
2
2
Languages
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Midstate Correctional Facility
Marcy, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Maintained security and order within the correctional facility, ensuring the safety of staff and inmates
- Conducted regular inspections of cells, common areas, and inmate activities to prevent contraband and maintain a secure environment
- Supervised inmate movement during daily routines such as meals, recreation time, and visitation hours
- Enforced rules and regulations consistently, ensuring fair treatment of all inmates and maintaining facility order
- De-escalated emergencies or incidents within the facility, ensuring a safe environment for staff and inmates.
- Utilized communication skills to effectively mediate conflicts among inmates, promoting a safer facility atmosphere
- Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance knowledge of corrections policies, procedures, crisis intervention techniques, and self-defense tactics
- Assisted in the transportation of inmates between facilities or court appearances while maintaining strict security protocols
- Built trust with inmates through consistent communication, fostering a positive environment conducive to rehabilitation
Correction Officer
Herkimer County Sheriff's Office
Herkimer, NY
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Inspected cells and corridors for safety hazards, ensuring secure environment for inmates and staff.
- Facilitated peaceful resolutions during minor disturbances. and take direct action to break up fights or other disturbances between inmates.
- Lock and unlock cells and access doors using mechanical and electrical devices.
- Escorted visitors while monitoring inmate interactions to maintain security during visitations.
- Issue clothing and bedding and instruct inmates in its proper care.
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Mohawk Correctional Facility
Rome, NY
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Conducted periodic rounds, supervised inmate movement and activities, and ensured jail security at assigned post.
- Performed cell searches, frisked inmates, and confiscated contraband to uphold safety and security.
- Utilized chemical agents, weapons, and restraining devices to manage fights and disturbances effectively.
- Provided safety and security for inmates during hospital visits to prevent escape or incidents.
- Transported inmates to courts, prisons, jails, and medical facilities.
- Lock and unlock cells and access door using mechanical and electrical devices.
- Escort visitors and observe inmates' visitations.
Security Agent
K Street Group
Lebanon, NJ
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Monitored visitors, patrons, and employees to maintain order and safeguard property.
- Monitored security systems and responded to alarms and incidents.
- Conducted regular patrols to ensure a safe environment.
- Prevented theft and loss by managing front door coverage and welcoming customers.
- Ensured compliance with security protocols and procedures.
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Great Meadow Correctional Facility
Comstock, NY
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Ensured custody and control of inmates to uphold safety and security within the Correctional Facility.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Performed rounds to monitor inmate activities and maintain order. at irregular intervals and conducted head counts.
- Conducted thorough searches of living quarters and work areas to prevent contraband possession.
- Observed inmate behavior in individual and group settings to proactively address potential conflicts. of inmates, individually and in groups.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Assistant Operations Manager / Field Supervisor
Secur-it
Flushing, NY
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Manage day-to-day operations for all safety and security operations.
- Scheduled contract security staff to ensure adequate coverage and service quality.
- Acted as liaison between client and contract security company to facilitate communication and resolve issues.
- Liaison between client and contract security company.
- Hire and train new employees in company policies and procedures.
- Evaluated and analyzed performance of security personnel to maintain high standards of safety and service.
- Provided personal protection services for high-value clients in various locations.
Security Guard
Secur-it
Flushing, NY
03.2011 - 01.2018
- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other people to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
- Patrolled premises to preserve order and protect property, enhancing overall safety for visitors and employees.
- Responded to alarms and investigated disturbances to ensure prompt resolution of security issues.
- Document daily activities and irregularities, including equipment damage, theft, unauthorized presence, or unusual occurrences, to maintain accurate security records.
- Write reports or case summaries to document investigations.
Security Guard
FJC Security
Central Islip, NY
02.2006 - 06.2010
- Alert police or fire departments during emergencies to facilitate timely response and ensure safety.
- Monitored premises for unauthorized access and suspicious activities.
- Conducted regular patrols to ensure safety and security of facilities.
- Responded promptly to alarms and emergency situations.
- Document daily activities and irregularities, including equipment or property damage, theft, unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences, to maintain security standards.
Loss Prevention Officer
NBA Store of New York
New York, NY
07.2007 - 09.2008
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to report and investigate crimes, enhancing security measures.
- Recommended methods to mitigate potential financial fraud losses, safeguarding company assets.
- Conducted store audits to identify problem areas and procedural deficiencies, leading to improved compliance.
Education
Associate's degree - Criminal Justice - Justice Studies, Applied Science
Berkeley College
New York04-2017
Skills
- Jail security
- Inmate supervision
- Contraband inspections
- Search protocols
- Contraband seizure
- Visitation oversight
- Safety protocols
- Emergency response
- Crisis intervention
- Tactical response
- Surveillance
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict mediation
- Report writing
- Policy enforcement
- Decision making
- Observation skills
- Central control
- Work crew management
- Radio communication
- Non-lethal techniques
- Security enforcement
- Restraint methods
- Tower surveillance
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Midstate Correctional Facility
09.2025 - Current
Correction Officer
Herkimer County Sheriff's Office
03.2025 - 09.2025
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Mohawk Correctional Facility
02.2023 - 03.2025
Correctional Officer
NYSDOCCS - Great Meadow Correctional Facility
02.2022 - 05.2022
Security Agent
K Street Group
08.2020 - 05.2023
Assistant Operations Manager / Field Supervisor
Secur-it
01.2018 - 01.2021
Security Guard
Secur-it
03.2011 - 01.2018
Loss Prevention Officer
NBA Store of New York
07.2007 - 09.2008
Security Guard
FJC Security
02.2006 - 06.2010
Associate's degree - Criminal Justice - Justice Studies, Applied Science
Berkeley College