Jose Torres
Sanford,FL
Summary
A seasoned Correctional Officer with a proven track record at Orange County Government, I excel in crisis intervention and team building. Demonstrated success in enhancing facility security and reducing contraband instances, I bring a blend of sharp observation skills and effective communication, fostering a safe and inclusive environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Orange County Government
Orlando, FL
12.2001 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Mitigated potential security breaches with vigilant contraband detection practices.
- Bolstered team morale and cooperation through effective leadership and communication.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
Education
Diploma -
Alfred E.Smith H.S.
The Bronx, NY06.1986
Skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Safety
- Crisis intervention training
- Weapons training
- Booking procedures
- Firearm operations trained
- Patrol procedures
- Contraband detection
- Armory and key control
- First aid and CPR certified
- Firearms proficiency
- Multitasking
- Team building
- Reliability
- Incident Investigation
- Professionalism
- Security Protocols
- Rules Enforcement
- Securing exits
- Facility patrol
- Maintain records
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Certified Corrections Officer (CCO) - American Correctional Association.
- Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training Certificate - CIT International.
- Chemical Agents Certification - Various certified security and law enforcement training providers.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Orange County Government
12.2001 - Current
Diploma -
Alfred E.Smith H.S.