Raymond Cervantes
Indio,CA
Summary
Confident Correctional Sergeant experienced in operational oversight and team leadership. Achieved high productivity and enhanced safety measures through strategic supervision and effective communication. Focused on improving staff performance and maintaining secure environments through crisis management and conflict resolution.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Blythe, California
12.1998 - 02.2023
- Supervised daily operations of correctional facility and ensured safety protocols.
- Managed inmate schedules and coordinated activities with various departments.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain security and compliance standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff in policies and procedures of corrections.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between inmates to promote a safe environment.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and inmate behavior for review.
- Implemented emergency response plans during critical situations in the facility.
- Reviewed incident reports and other documentation submitted by subordinates.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Monitored inmate movement within the facility to maintain security and safety of staff, inmates and visitors.
- Conducted random searches for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
- Enforced discipline among inmates according to established rules and regulations.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving riots, hostage situations, escapes or other critical events.
- Ensured compliance with departmental policies, regulations and procedures.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior management to discuss operational needs and objectives.
- Developed strategies to reduce incidents of violence or inappropriate behavior within the facility.
- Safely transported inmates to and from work sites, maintaining physical headcounts at all times.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
- Oversaw assigned court trips for jailers, maintaining security of staff and public.
- Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
Correctional Officer
CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Blythe, California
01.1994 - 12.1998
- Supervised daily operations of correctional facility and ensured safety protocols.
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within facilities.
- Enforced institutional rules and regulations to uphold order in the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain security and compliance standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Managed inmate movements during transfers and daily activities within the facility.
- Managed inmate schedules and coordinated activities with various departments.
- Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and proper security protocols.
- Ensured proper staffing and training of facilities and the institution.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Collaborated with staff to develop strategies for conflict resolution among inmates.
- Provided support during emergency situations, ensuring the safety of all personnel.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Prepared detailed incident reports following altercations or unusual occurrences.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Conducted routine and random inventories of equipment and staffing needs of areas under my supervision.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
Education
Antelope Valley High School
Lancaster, CASkills
- Security management
- Policy enforcement
- Security protocols
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Safety inspections
- Inspections
- Inmate transportation
- Inmate transport
- Body searches
- Restraint techniques
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution
- Team supervision
- Staff supervision
- Officer training
- Staff training
- Report writing
- Situational awareness
- Security procedures
- Rule enforcement
- Public safety
- Firearms proficiency
- Inventory counting
- Job assignments
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
12.1998 - 02.2023
Correctional Officer
CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
01.1994 - 12.1998
Antelope Valley High School