Kevin Gunnawa
Lemon Grove,CA
Summary
Adept at conflict resolution and surveillance, I leveraged these skills at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to enhance security and reduce recidivism. My experience includes leading teams, mentoring inmates, and developing counterintelligence measures, demonstrating a unique blend of mental health awareness and criminal justice expertise.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
San Diego, CA
08.2016 - Current
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Trained new correctional officers on facility procedures, safety protocols, and the ethical treatment of inmates.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Implemented rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing recidivism among inmates.
Intelligence Analyst
Marine Corps
San Diego, CA
11.2012 - 11.2020
- Gathered details about enemy forces, troop movements. strengths, tendencies and activities.
- Produced daily situational awareness reports for senior leadership teams outlining current developments in assigned areas.
- Reviewed video surveillance footage to identify individuals and support investigations.
- Collected, reviewed and processed intelligence information for senior personnel.
- Organized classified material into databases for easy retrieval by analysts when needed.
- Utilized specialized software programs to collect, store, analyze and present large amounts of information in an organized format.
- Provided analytic support during operations by collecting, analyzing and interpreting data related to the mission.
- Coordinated with internal departments to develop counterintelligence measures designed to protect against hostile foreign influence operations.
- Developed and distributed intelligence products focused on field operations.
- Determined connections between criminal activities by linking suspects.
Lead Mover
Motivated Military Movers
San Diego, CA
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Provided excellent customer service throughout entire move process.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Organized and managed inventory of supplies, boxes, tape, blankets, dollies.
- Kept detailed records of items moved, ensuring accountability and loss prevention.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
- Maintained communication between crew members during moves via radio or cell phone as needed.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Inspected and maintained moving equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glens Falls Senior High School
Glens Falls06-2010
Skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Criminal justice
- Surveillance
- Work crew management
- Non-violent intervention
- Visitation oversight
- Mentorship
- Mental health awareness
- Security procedures
- Firearms proficiency
- Gang awareness
- Correctional facility procedures
- Stress tolerance
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
08.2016 - Current
Lead Mover
Motivated Military Movers
02.2014 - 06.2016
Intelligence Analyst
Marine Corps
11.2012 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Glens Falls Senior High School