Melinda Espinoza
Casa Grande,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in supervising youth in detention and managing crisis situations. Known for effective documentation of incidents and behavior reports, contributing to enhanced court operations support and improved safety protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Pinal County Juvenile Court Services
Florence, AZ
06.2016 - Current
- Supervised youth in detention, ensuring safety and order throughout facility.
- Conducted searches of individuals and property to prevent contraband.
- Documented incidents and behavior reports, contributing to accurate court evaluations.
- Collaborated with staff to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Assisted in crisis intervention to de-escalate volatile situations.
- Monitored daily activities and schedules of detained youth.
- Facilitated group discussions, enhancing conflict resolution skills among detained youth.
- Ensured compliance with legal standards and facility regulations.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, mail sorting and answering telephones.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
- Assisted in the intake of new inmates, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed and filed correctly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santa Cruz Valley Union High School
Eloy, AZ05-1996
Skills
- Court operations support
- Youth rehabilitation
- Record management
- Record maintenance
- Report preparation
- Search procedures
- System management
- Decision making
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- Juvenile Detention Officer of the Year 2025
Timeline
Detention Officer
Pinal County Juvenile Court Services
06.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Santa Cruz Valley Union High School