Nicholas Gonzalez
Arkansas Department Of Corrections
Gould,AR
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Motivated professional with strong communication and problem-solving strengths. Brings reliability, initiative, and a positive attitude to every task. Eager to contribute to team goals and adapt to new challenges in fast-paced environments.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Motivated individual with strong problem-solving and communication strengths. Demonstrates reliability and initiative when tackling new challenges. Eager to contribute positively to team objectives and develop skills in a dynamic work environment.
Work History
Correctional Officer
7 Months- Monitored inmate activities to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of incidents, reports, and inmate behavior for review.
- Collaborated with team members to enforce rules and maintain order within the facility.
- Assisted in crisis intervention strategies, effectively de-escalating tense situations.
- Implemented security protocols during inmate transport to ensure safe movement between locations.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of correctional procedures and safety measures.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted in crisis negotiations, preventing escalations and ensuring safety of inmates and staff.
- Cultivated positive relations with inmates, reducing tensions and promoting safer environment.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
Overnight Stocker
3 Months- Stocked shelves efficiently to ensure product availability and accessibility for customers.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance store aesthetics and improve shopping experience.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels and reporting discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the store.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts for safe transport of merchandise within the stockroom.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and tasks during high-demand periods, ensuring timely restocking.
- Maintained proper storage of overstock items, keeping backroom areas organized and accessible for future use.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Enhanced store appearance for better customer experience through meticulous shelf stocking and arrangement.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
- Provided excellent customer service when encountering early morning shoppers, answering questions, and offering assistance as needed.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback on their performance.
- Demonstrated adaptability in performing additional duties beyond standard stocking assignments when necessary, such as assisting with floor resets or special projects.
Cashier
2 Months- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Restocked merchandise on shelves, optimizing product availability for customers.
- Monitored inventory levels, reporting discrepancies to management for timely resolution.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Correctional facility procedures
Policy enforcement
Restraint techniques
Safety and security enforcement
Self-defense tactics
Search and seizure procedures
Observation
Relationship building and management
Crisis management
Weapons training
Emergency management
File and record maintenance
Physical fitness
Radio communication
Contraband inspections
Contraband detection
Organizational skills
Excellent problem solver
Written communication
Excellent communication
Multitasking
Time management
Certification
- Correctional Officer Training - 2025
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Arkansas Department Of Corrections
10.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
11.2024 - 02.2025Read More
Cashier
Family Dollar
03.2023 - 05.2023Read More
Lakeside High School
High School Diploma
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