Michael Alderete
Correctional Officer
Del Rio,TX
Summary
Proven leader with extensive experience at The GEO Group Inc., adept in safety management and employee training. Excelled in enhancing facility security, reducing contraband instances, and fostering team cohesion. Demonstrates strong decision-making capabilities and technical knowledge, ensuring a positive work environment and efficient emergency response coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Shift Supervisor
The Geo Group Inc. Eagle Pass Detention Facility
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in creating a positive work environment by organizing team-building activities and events.
- Trained new hires in their roles effectively which led to faster integration into the team dynamic.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Enhanced staff performance by providing ongoing training, guidance, and support to correctional officers under my supervision.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication among team members and adherence to protocol.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
Correctional Officer
The GEO Group Inc.Kinney County Detention Facility
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Community Education Centers Inc.
05.2014 - 07.2017
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Supervised 13 employees and performance of tasks, and managed 440 offenders.
- Maintained order within the facility by enforcing institutional rules and regulations consistently.
Correctional Officer
Community Education Centers Inc.
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Del Rio High School
05.2001 -
Skills
Decision-making capabilities
Technical knowledge
Workplace Safety
Safety Management
Employee Training
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Shift Supervisor
The Geo Group Inc. Eagle Pass Detention Facility
07.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer
The GEO Group Inc.Kinney County Detention Facility
07.2017 - 07.2021
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Community Education Centers Inc.
05.2014 - 07.2017
Correctional Officer
Community Education Centers Inc.
09.2012 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Del Rio High School
05.2001 -
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