Pedro Soto
Torrington,WY
Summary
Committed individual skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations. Handles difficult high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated 6 year industry history. Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols. Hardworking in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Skillfully detects contraband during cell searches. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry level job position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Wyoming Medium Corrections Institution
02.2017 - Current
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
Bulk Loader
Wester Sugar Factory
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Inspected and moved pallets to proper storage areas with pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Unloaded products and emptied trays from incoming transports.
- Stacked products according to appropriate stacking procedures.
- Maintained clean and clear work area by disposing of materials in proper areas or receptacles.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southeast Goshen High School
Yoder, WY05.2015
Skills
- Work Detail Oversight
- File and Record Maintenance
- Scheduling Medical Appointments
- Firearms Training
- Defensive Tactics
- Disciplinary Action
- Emergency Protocol
- De-Escalating Conflicts
- Maintain Records
- Negotiation
- Contraband Prevention
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Safety and Security Enforcement
- Safety and Security
- Inmate Accountability
- Occupational Hazards and Safety Precautions
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
- Medical Emergency Response
- Central and Pod Control
- Secure Exits
- Search and Seizure Procedures
- Journal Preparation
- Observation
- Firearm Operations
- Spanish Fluency
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Tracking Protocols
- Security Procedures
- Strategic Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Wyoming Medium Corrections Institution
02.2017 - Current
Bulk Loader
Wester Sugar Factory
01.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Southeast Goshen High School
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