Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Latasha Bazile

Houston,TX

Summary

Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security in correctional environments. Skilled in conflict resolution, crisis management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Valued for teamwork and reliability, adaptable to changing demands, and focused on achieving results. Effective communicator with solid understanding of surveillance systems and inmate management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Detention Officer IV

Harris County Sheriff Office
11.2023 - Current
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
  • Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
  • Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
  • Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
  • Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
  • Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
  • Supervised and controlled behavior of [100] inmates.

Food Service Production Supervisor/Detention Officer

Montgomery ICE Processing Center
06.2018 - 10.2023

Responsible for assisting in the overall production of high quality and palatable meals for the facility operation. Assists in the daily supervision of kitchen, service line and dining area staff. Oversees that the food service operation maintains the highest level of sanitary conditions as required.

Purchases all food and non-food supplies required by the facility according to established menus and maintenance and replacement schedules.
Supervises the production of food served by the facility. Maintains control over large quantities of food used and the quality of the finished product. Assures that the serving line operates efficiently and temperatures of food line items.

  • Supervised and controlled behavior of [100] inmates.

Professional Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
04.2017 - 07.2018
  • Enhanced security measures by conducting thorough patrols and monitoring CCTV systems.
  • Investigated suspicious activity, deterring potential criminal behavior and maintaining a secure environment.
  • Ensured safety of employees and visitors through diligent monitoring of fire alarm systems and emergency protocols.
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement during investigations, promoting efficient communication and information sharing.
  • Managed access control systems for secure areas, preventing unauthorized entry and protecting valuable assets.

Correctional Officer IV/Food Service Manager II

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
06.2013 - 03.2017
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Houston
Houston, TX
12-2024

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Lone Star College
Houston, TX
05-2023

Skills

  • Physical restraint
  • Behavioral observation
  • Body and cell searches
  • Headcounts
  • Disturbance management
  • Facility monitoring
  • Defensive techniques
  • Central and pod control

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of [15] staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification

Timeline

Detention Officer IV

Harris County Sheriff Office
11.2023 - Current

Food Service Production Supervisor/Detention Officer

Montgomery ICE Processing Center
06.2018 - 10.2023

Professional Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
04.2017 - 07.2018

Correctional Officer IV/Food Service Manager II

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
06.2013 - 03.2017
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Houston

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Lone Star College
Latasha Bazile