Juan J. Vega
El Paso
Summary
Bilingual Detention Officer with expertise in emergency response and surveillance monitoring. Proven ability to manage inmate behavior and resolve disputes effectively. I have a CDL Drivers License and I worked as a forklift driver for 7 years. Dedicated detention officer with extensive experience in emergency response and surveillance monitoring. Expertise in de-escalation techniques and problem-solving ensures safety and compliance within correctional facilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office 3850 Justice Dr. E
El Paso
11.1996 - 02.2021
- Supervised inmate activities to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Assisted in booking processes, including fingerprinting and documentation of detainees.
- Responded promptly to incidents and emergencies, following established protocols for safety.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel to maintain security during transports and court appearances.
- Monitored surveillance systems to observe inmate behavior and prevent disturbances.
- Provided support during intake procedures, ensuring accurate information collection from detainees.
- Participated in training sessions on security measures and emergency response protocols.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Served meals in a timely manner while enforcing mealtime regulations for inmates.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
- Enforced disciplinary action when appropriate according to established guidelines.
- Participated in training sessions designed to improve job performance or learn new techniques.
- Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
- Conducted inmate and detention facility visual surveillance to identify and subdue unrest.
- Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court, and other institutions.
- Interviewed different victims, witnesses and suspects to gather and record information for ongoing and future investigations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Andress High Scholl
5400 Sun Valley EL Paso,Tx.7992405-1986
Skills
- Bilingual (Englis,Spanish)
- Emergency response
- Surveillance monitoring
- Dispute resolution
- Security operations
- Disturbance management
- Inmate monitoring
- De-escalation techniques
- Inmate observation
- Problem-solving
- Coordinate transfers
- Correctional facility procedures
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
CDL Commercial Drivers' License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Detention Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office 3850 Justice Dr. E
11.1996 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Andress High Scholl