Julie Cutbirth
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Correctional Officer offers 21-year history in corrections with superior record of defusing high-pressure situations with sound judgment and successful conflict resolution skills. Monitors and manages inmate behavior with focus maintaining order and proactively addressing potential conflicts.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
01.1999 - 07.2020
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- 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.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
Education
No Degree - Correctional Science
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CACorrectional Science
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CASkills
- Records Management
- Inmate monitoring
- Crime Prevention
- Contraband Seizure
- Emergency Response
- Prisoner Transport
- Surveillance
- Crisis Management
- Evidence Preservation
- Facility Security
- Self-defense techniques
- Firearm operations trained
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Mental health awareness
- Observation
- Safety
- First Aid Training
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Continuing education
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Search and seizure procedures
- Criminal Investigations
- Suicide Prevention
- Conflict resolution skills
Accomplishments
From 2007/2014 Range Safety Officer for Ca Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Worked with the Investigative Services Unit on many occasions as a investigations officer which resulted in many drug/contraband seizures from inmates, staff and visitors.
Enjoy volunteering working with youths and giving back to my Community
Have always helped with fundraisers/sport programs for my kids when they were younger and now volunteer for my grandkids sports programs and help in any way I can at my church for which I reside.
Additional Information
Very punctual ,enjoy being a teamplayer self motivated
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
01.1999 - 07.2020
No Degree - Correctional Science
Chaffey College
Correctional Science
Rio Hondo College