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LaToya Winslow

Houston,TX

Summary

With a proven track record at the Harris County Sheriff Department, I excel in inmate control and fostering team collaboration. My expertise in defensive tactics and ability to de-escalate tensions have significantly enhanced facility safety. Recognized for meticulous record-keeping and exceptional interpersonal skills, I consistently improve operational efficiencies and inmate management.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Facility Manager

SP+ Parking
Houston, TX
01.2025 - Current
  • Improved facility efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for daily operations.
  • Organized regular staff meetings to discuss ongoing projects, operational challenges, and opportunities for improvement within the facility.
  • Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
  • Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.

Detention Officer

Harris County Sheriff Department
Houston, TX
01.2023 - Current
  • Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
  • Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
  • Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
  • Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
  • Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
  • Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.

Coach Bus Operator

First Class Tours
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
  • Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
  • Transported customers to and from Location.
  • Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
  • Helped passengers stow and retrieve luggage, bags, wheelchairs and other items.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.

Side Loader Driver

City of Houston
Houston, TX
07.2020 - 07.2021

Trash Pick up for the city of Houston

Mail Carrier

US Postal Service Housing Facility
Houston, TX
11.2017 - 08.2020
  • Greeted customers and answered questions regarding mail pick up times, postal regulations, and delivery costs.
  • Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages, and ordered goods.
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
  • Handled mail and packages with care to prevent damage during delivery.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.

City Bus Operator

Houston Metro Transit Authority
Houston, TX
06.2005 - 11.2018
  • Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
  • Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
  • Checked vehicle daily for maintenance needs, personally handled common upkeep and reported serious concerns to supervisor.
  • Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.

Education

High School Diploma - Business

Barbara Jordan High School For Careers
Houston, TX
05.1999

Skills

  • Inmate control
  • Inmate observation
  • Disturbance management
  • Facility monitoring
  • Body and cell searches
  • Defensive techniques
  • Headcounts
  • Physical restraint
  • Inmate escorting
  • Inmate protection
  • Observation
  • File and record maintenance
  • Trained in defensive tactics

Timeline

Assistant Facility Manager

SP+ Parking
01.2025 - Current

Detention Officer

Harris County Sheriff Department
01.2023 - Current

Coach Bus Operator

First Class Tours
01.2022 - 11.2023

Side Loader Driver

City of Houston
07.2020 - 07.2021

Mail Carrier

US Postal Service Housing Facility
11.2017 - 08.2020

City Bus Operator

Houston Metro Transit Authority
06.2005 - 11.2018

High School Diploma - Business

Barbara Jordan High School For Careers
LaToya Winslow