PAULO PEREIRA
Morgan Hill,USA
Summary
Experienced law enforcement professional with a strong background in leadership and decision-making. Proven track record in records management and crime prevention investigations. Expertise in community outreach and collaboration with diverse teams to tackle security challenges effectively.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SHERIFF CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff
, USA
05.2008 - Current
- A law enforcement and front-line official who is accountable for persons who have been arrested/detained and awaiting trial or serving time amid facilities.
- Supervise the custody and control of 1,500+ inmates within a closed and maximum-security unit amid jail facility, downtown SJ.
- Preserve the safety, security, and orderly operations of these individuals—and staff members—among Santa Clara County Jail (SJ) and Elmwood Jail (Milpitas).
- Detained suspects involved in battery, vandalism, theft, homicides, gangs, and hired hitmen.
- Assist inmate populations with patience and empathy, and use of force as required.
- Guide, influence, and empower them through proper law and order, resolving conflicts and diffusing hostility amidst adversity.
- Disciplined leader who is able to remain calm and deliver results in high-pressure situations.
- Directed Inmate Program (Main Jail) providing health and wellness classes, HS/GED/college courses, and AA sessions, promoting behavioral improvement among inmates.
- Spearheaded program enrichment through Academy, fostering positive change and future opportunities for inmates.
- In South County facility (M.H.), train new cadets in Use of Force, scenarios, waist chaining, and use of pepper spray and clear-out situations.
- Use discretion wisely and make positive impressions within.
- Engaged in 'Shop with a Cop' for 3 years, supporting academically excelling youth through positive interactions with law enforcement.
- They are invited to interact with an officer at venue of choice.
- Also engage in 'Tip a Cop' where officers are food servers at local restaurants.
Education
Certificate of Training - PC 832 Firearms, Sheriff’s Office Gun Bearer
Office of the Sheriff, S.C. County
CA, USA06-2025
Certificate of Completion - BSIS Powers to Arrest, Appropriate Use of Force
McGrew & Assoc., Inc.
05-2025
Skills
- Patrol operations
- Surveillance
- Threat Assessment
- Security services
- Safety procedures
- De-escalation
- Conflict resolution
- Community Policing
- Safety Focused
- Investigative skills
- Effective communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Public Safety Advocacy
Certification
- California BSIS Guard Card
- California Concealed Carry Weapon permit from Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office
- California External Carry permit
- ASP / Baton Certified: Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office
Affiliations
- Black Belt in Kajukenbo
Timeline
SHERIFF CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff
05.2008 - Current
Certificate of Training - PC 832 Firearms, Sheriff’s Office Gun Bearer
Office of the Sheriff, S.C. County
Certificate of Completion - BSIS Powers to Arrest, Appropriate Use of Force
McGrew & Assoc., Inc.