Martin Bustamante
Nampa,ID
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the Idaho Department of Corrections, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution. Successfully implemented behavioral management techniques, enhancing inmate interactions and safety. Proficient in contraband seizure and inmate monitoring, ensuring a secure environment through vigilant supervision and effective communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Boise, ID
12.2023 - Current
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure safety and compliance with facility rules.
- Conducted regular inspections of living quarters and common areas for security breaches.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, including fights and medical situations, maintaining order.
- Assisted in inmate intake procedures, verifying identification and conducting searches.
- Documented daily activities, incidents, and observations in detailed reports for review.
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategies for conflict resolution among inmates.
- Trained new officers on operational protocols, emergency procedures, and safety measures.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to promote positive inmate interactions and rehabilitation efforts.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vallivue High School
Caldwell IdahoSkills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Inmate supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Self-defense tactics
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Contraband seizure
- Safety
Accomplishments
- I have two letters of appreciation for your help when I was going through tough times. One was during an escape attempt to help a maximum-security inmate, and the other was at a female institution during a self-harm.
Certification
The certificate I currently possess is a post-certificate issued through the state of Idaho.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Idaho Department Of Corrections
12.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Vallivue High School