Mario Garcia-Prince
Haltom City,TX
Summary
Adept at crisis intervention and emergency response, I significantly enhanced safety and efficiency at Tarrant County Sheriff Department. Leveraging skills in behavioral observation and de-escalation techniques, I fostered a secure environment, reducing violence incidents. My commitment to inmate rights and facility security protocols underscores my ability to maintain order and promote positive outcomes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Reliable Detention Officer skilled handling and managing activities of 72 offenders in assigned cell block, maximum security offenders, and mentally ill offenders. Sound knowledge of constitutional rights, Jail SOP's, and ethical standards of conduct. Experience detaining and processing inmates, preparing and serving meals to inmates and monitoring overall facility security. Within my almost 2 years of being employed at Tarrant County. I have achieved to be LSO( Life Safety Officer) for all facilities, FTO(Field Training Officer) for all facilities as well, I have worked at all 4 facilities, I have learned how to work both Kitchens at Lon Evans and GreenBay Facility. My latest achievement is being accepted into the TCSO Honor Guard program.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Tarrant County Sheriff Department
10.2022 - 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.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with inmates to build rapport and trust.
- Enhanced inmate security by conducting regular cell checks and monitoring daily activities.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain order and resolve conflicts among detainees efficiently.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of all detainee information through meticulous documentation of incidents, infractions, or medical needs.
- Provided support to inmates by addressing their concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining facility rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with medical staff to address inmate health concerns, coordinating care plans and monitoring progress as needed.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, demonstrating empathy toward inmates during difficult situations without compromising authority or control over the situation.
- Provided counseling and guidance to inmates to boost wellbeing.
- Participated in regular audits and inspections of facility operations, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, security, and efficiency within the detention center.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boswell High School
Fort Worth, TX05.2019
Skills
- Patience and Tolerance
- Emergency Response
- Physical restraint
- Behavioral observation
- Body and cell searches
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Inmate rights knowledge
- Key Control
- Restraint Techniques
- Security Procedures
- Inmate Supervision
- Report Preparation
- Headcounts
- Inmate monitoring
- Surveillance
- Mental Alertness
- Crisis Intervention
- Armory control
- Firearm Safety
- First Aid Certification
- Safety and Security
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Equipment Operation
- Incident Reporting
- Safety and security enforcement
- Central and pod control
- Conflict resolution skills
- Records Maintenance
- Cell Inspections
- Correctional facility procedures
- Search and seizure procedures
- Disciplinary Actions
- Activity Supervision
- Visitation guidelines understanding
- Observation
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
Accomplishments
FTO ( Field Training Officer( for all 4 facilities
LSO( Life Safety Officer( for all 4 facilities
Kitchen Officer currently for Lon Evans and previously for GreenBay facility
Honor Guard program within TCSO
CPR/AED Certified
Certification
CPR/AED
Field Training Officer (FTO)
Timeline
Detention Officer
Tarrant County Sheriff Department
10.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Boswell High School
CPR/AED
Field Training Officer (FTO)
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