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Melvin Rico

Randolph,NJ

Summary

Observant and quick thinking correctional police officer ,dedicated to serving and protecting others. Focused professional who is mechanically inclined and a quick logical thinker who deals well under stress in di erent situations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Police Officer

Essex County Correctional Facility
03.2021 - Current
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches
  • Made rounds at specific intervals and completed head counts and roll calls
  • Maintained custody and controlled inmates housed in pods in the security unit
  • Searched buildings and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for any type of contraband
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, courts, hospitals, and medical appointments
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities
  • Observed behaviors of individuals and groups to prevent any issues
  • Inspected mail, property and funds of inmates to ensure no contraband and made sure it went to designated inmates
  • Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.

Owner / Mechanic / Technician

BensAutoShop
11.2014 - Current
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosing vehicles
  • Maintenance and repairing vehicles
  • Scheduling appointments throughout the day and week with customers
  • Explaining in simple terms to customers what is wrong with the vehicle and what is needed to fix it
  • Sourcing the best quality parts for a reasonable price
  • Completing all administrative documenting of work carried out
  • Accurately estimating time, cost, and materials needed for repairs
  • Creating relationships with customers and part suppliers to ensure everyone is satisfied
  • Taught and worked with apprentices to ensure their understanding of vehicles.

Security Officer

Professional Security Bureau - Security
08.2000 - 09.2001
  • In charge of covering security for the entire general hospital
  • Patrol from floor to floor ensuring everyone was operating safely
  • In charge of security for psychiatric hospitals
  • Patrol and observe patients to ensure everyone was safe
  • Help nurses and doctors when dealing with unstable patients
  • Keeping a closer eye on violent and dangerous patients to ensure everyone's safety
  • Communicate back to base to let them know what, if anything was going on.

Education

N/a - N/a

Essex County College
Caldwell, NJ

PTC Certification - Basic County Correctional Course Police Officer

Essex County Police Academy
Cedar Grove, NJ
06.2022

GED -

Newark Public School
Bloomfield, NJ
12.2004

Skills

  • Mechanically Inclined
  • Security Background
  • Detail Oriented
  • Troubleshooting/Diagnosing
  • Vehicles
  • Customer service
  • Emergency Response
  • Safety and Security
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Surveillance of inmate activities

Timeline

Correctional Police Officer

Essex County Correctional Facility
03.2021 - Current

Owner / Mechanic / Technician

BensAutoShop
11.2014 - Current

Security Officer

Professional Security Bureau - Security
08.2000 - 09.2001

N/a - N/a

Essex County College

PTC Certification - Basic County Correctional Course Police Officer

Essex County Police Academy

GED -

Newark Public School

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