Laura Cajas
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Truthful Corrections Deputy that will provide high-level support; maintain business related operations and increase productivity and efficiency. Punctual and capable of planning, working independently, and developing analytical methods for problem resolution. Preserve security by utilizing advanced tactics and weaponry to provide a safe and swift response to all security threats pertaining the agency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Deputy / Security Response Team Member
St. Johns Sheriff’s Office
03.2022 - Current
- Responding to the needs of offenders while ensuring a safe and secure environment for inmates, citizens, and other employees in accordance with the agency policy, Florida Model Jail Standards, and the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission
- Supervise inmates within housing units
- Instruct inmates to keep up with housekeeping and sanitation
- Periodically patrol inmate quarters and work areas
- Initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals
- Maintain control and discipline
- Prevent the introduction of contraband into the facility
- Check inmates and their property for contraband
- Patrol the inside and outside of the facility to ensure the security and integrity of the facility
- Maintain control of all areas of the facility, including the food service area, the recreation yard, etc
- Adhere to laws/agency policy/rules/ regulations/SOP/ procedures
- Maintain confidentiality/security of files and information obtained in the course of employment
- Monitor and supervise inmate visitations.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Utilizing advanced tactics and weaponry to provide a safe and swift response to all security threats pertaining to the St. Johns County Detention Center.
- Dynamic Cell extractions.
- High risk transports / escorts.
Corrections Officer Recruit
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Providing security in correctional facilities
- Knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures involved in correctional security, which involves the use of specialized skills or specialized equipment
- Oversees custody of inmates at an assigned unit
- Completes information for official records when processing inmates
- Oversees inmate work crews on or off city property
- Maintains security of the institution, visitors, and welfare of the inmates
- Transports inmates
- Makes periodic tours of correctional facilities to check security and safety, and to inspect buildings, housing areas, and grounds for compliance with standards
- Oversees inmate visitation, recreation, and other group activities
- Maintains log of all pertinent events during assigned tour of duty
- Conducts frequent counts of inmates at irregular intervals
- Conducts periodic random searches of inmates
- Counsels inmates concerning conduct, employment, and other matters
- Operates personal computer, typewriter, two-way radio, vehicles, and standard office equipment
- Administers basic first aid
- Screens visitors requesting to see inmates
- Provides information to inmates and to the public
- Prepares reports on incidents and infractions
- Provides security in hospitals, courtrooms, and other public places
- Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies
- Performs related work as required.
Desktop Investigations Unit
Covent Bridge Group
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Communicates with applicable third parties gathering information relevant to investigations
- Reviews and analyzes case notes and client special handling instructions to perform independent reviews of facts in preparation and follow-through of investigative assignments
- Conducts database research via the internet
- Prepares accurate, timely, unbiased and detailed written reports and case summaries in compliance with corporate standard operating procedures and guidelines documenting investigative results
- Updates and annotates corporate case management system with investigative notes, reports and summaries
- Contacts claim beneficiaries and next of kin to gather information and documents to be used in conjunction with the claims process.
Bilingual Contract Specialist
J. David Tax Law
09.2017 - 10.2020
- Drafting and reviewing documents in English and Spanish when needed
- Communicating with clients
- Organizing and maintaining files.
Bilingual Leave of Absence Specialist / FMLA
Southeastern Grocers
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Received and responded to team member inquiries by providing information regarding LOA policies and applicable legal requirements
- Received and processed LOA requests
- Produced, distributed and tracked all required documentation utilizing the PeopleSoft leave tracking system
- Assessed, adjudicated, tracked and monitored all FMLA and other LOA claims
- Coordinated LOA with short and long-term disability carrier and workers’ compensation teams to properly administer concurrent leaves
- Identified trends and recommended continuous process improvement strategies to management.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal JusticePsychology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL06.2021
Skills
- Bilingual - English and Spanish
- Superior communication, customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments, while keeping a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
- Crime Scene Preservation
- Security Protocols
- Emergency Response
- De-escalation Techniques
- Defensive Tactics
- Report Writing
- Weapons Training
Certification
- FCIC/NCIC Limited Access Certification - St.John's County Sheriff's Office. March 13,2023 - March 13,2025.
- Criminal Justice Information Services. Security Awareness Training - Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. December 15,2021 - December 15, 2023.
Timeline
Corrections Deputy / Security Response Team Member
St. Johns Sheriff’s Office
03.2022 - Current
Corrections Officer Recruit
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
08.2021 - 03.2022
Desktop Investigations Unit
Covent Bridge Group
10.2020 - 01.2021
Bilingual Contract Specialist
J. David Tax Law
09.2017 - 10.2020
Bilingual Leave of Absence Specialist / FMLA
Southeastern Grocers
06.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal JusticePsychology
University of North Florida
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