Linda Alcantar
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Results-driven Correctional Lieutenant with expertise in leadership, safety enforcement, and team coordination. Proven ability to develop training programs and enhance operational readiness, contributing to a secure correctional environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Lieutenant
North Kern State Prison
Delano, California
11.2021 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of correctional facility to ensure safety and security.
- Monitored and enforced policies and procedures to uphold institutional standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules and assignments to enhance operational readiness.
- Developed training programs for new hires, contributing to stronger team cohesion.
Correctional Sergeant
North Kern State Prison
Delano, California
08.2012 - 11.2021
- Supervised daily operations within correctional facility.
- Coordinated inmate movements and activities effectively.
- Conducted security checks to ensure safety standards.
- Managed incident reports and documentation accurately.
- Reviewed incident reports and other documentation submitted by subordinates.
- Trained new staff on policy adherence and procedures.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
Correctional Officer
North Kern State Prison
Delano, California
09.2007 - 08.2012
- Responded to emergencies, including fights, medical issues, and security breaches.
- Assisted in inmate transport for court appearances and medical appointments.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
Correctional Officer
Pleasant Valley State Prison
Coalinga, California
10.2005 - 09.2007
- Enforced facility rules and regulations for inmate safety and security.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmate housing areas and common spaces.
- Monitored inmate activities to prevent disturbances and ensure compliance.
- Responded to emergencies, including fights, medical issues, and security breaches.
- Assisted in inmate transport for court appearances and medical appointments.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
Education
Criminal Justice
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Policy enforcement
- Incident management
- Risk assessment
- Staff training
- Crisis intervention
- Security operations
Timeline
Correctional Lieutenant
North Kern State Prison
11.2021 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
North Kern State Prison
08.2012 - 11.2021
Correctional Officer
North Kern State Prison
09.2007 - 08.2012
Correctional Officer
Pleasant Valley State Prison
10.2005 - 09.2007
Criminal Justice
Bakersfield College