Leonard Mitchell
Temple
Summary
Dynamic and dependable professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Proven expertise in transportation safety, case documentation and complemented by strong written and verbal communication skills. Shows strong ability to be versatile in job duties and functions. Able to learn quickly and adapt in any environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Correctional Officer
Texas Department of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the safe transport of inmates to and from secured correctional facilities
- Maintain accurate paperwork of which inmates are being transported and location.
- Maintain CDL License in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Conduct pre and post trip inspections of transport vehicle (bus) to ensure safety and drivability.
Driver
McLane
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
Adult Protective Services (APS)specialist 1
Texas Department of Family Protective Services
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Investigated abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults who where elderly or had disabilities and who lived in the community.
- Utilized effective communication skills to interview and identify victims.
- Submitted timely and accurate reports to supervisor to ensure safety of potential victims.
- Requested records from institutions such and bank, police department, and hospitals to ensure accurate assessments of all investigations.
- Ensured any victim was no left in a state of neglect
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
11.1998 - 12.2021
- maintained public safety by tracking inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- supervised correctional staff for over ten years during time of employment.
- Drafted and recorded reports of incidents that occurred throughout the day utilizing a computer.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University, Central Texas
Killeen, TX12-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Temple College
Temple, TX11-2020
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Clean MVR
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Decision-making
- Case documentation
- Report writing
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Senior Correctional Officer
Texas Department of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
01.2023 - Current
Driver
McLane
10.2022 - 01.2023
Adult Protective Services (APS)specialist 1
Texas Department of Family Protective Services
12.2021 - 09.2022
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
11.1998 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University, Central Texas
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Temple College