Robert Silvas
Brawley,California
Summary
I am applying to this position because I am passionate about teaching and leading the next generation of outstanding correctional officers. I have 29 years of experience in the correctional field, 21 of those years as a supervisor. In addition, I have around 30 years of teaching experience through my volunteer work in my local community. I have created unique and out of the box lessons to enhance abilities and challenge students creativity and problem solving skills. I am eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Explorer Advisor
Brawley Police Department
09.2022 - Current
- Formed community relations by participating in various outreach programs and events.
- Assisted with traffic control.
- Promoted positive relationships between police officers and youth through engagement in after-school programs and mentorship initiatives.
- Strengthened teamwork abilities through regular collaboration with fellow Police Explorers on group assignments and tasks..
- Instructed Explorers on law enforcement procedures through weekly lecture meetings and providing guest speakers from various departments within the agency.
- Initiated fundraising efforts for Explorer program equipment and supplies.
- Volunteered at local charity events, promoting goodwill within the community they serve.
- Developed proficient report writing skills through participation in documentation exercises related to incident reporting.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
Correctional Sergeant
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
11.1995 - 12.2024
- Supervised and coordinated the work of assigned Correctional Officers.
- Prepared yearly employee evaluation reports.
- Kept daily records and prepared incident reports.
- Taught weekly/quarterly mandated classes for officers and non custody staff.
- Recruited future Correctional Officers.
- Coordinated statewide Honor Guards to present our Nations Colors for professional sports teams.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Conveyed complaints from officers and inmates to superiors.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
Volunteer Color Guard Instructor
Barbara Worth Junior High
08.1995 - 05.2011
- Created and developed a program to instruct jr. high students to march and perform color guard routines and techniques.
- Taught performance theory and initiated practical lessons for future performances.
- Created choreography for the purpose of enhancing competitive skills and challenging student abilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brawley Union High School
Brawley, CA05.1991
Skills
- Provide Clear Instruction and Training
- Problem Management
- Deescalation Techniques
- Emergency Response Skills
- Maintain Accurate Records
- Report Writing Skills
- Good Communication Skills
- Basic First Aid
- Firearms, Baton, and Chemical Spray Knowledge
- Improvising and Adapting to Situations
- Meeting Deadlines
- Coordinating Community Events
Certification
- Training for Trainers, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - 2006-Current
Timeline
Police Explorer Advisor
Brawley Police Department
09.2022 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
11.1995 - 12.2024
Volunteer Color Guard Instructor
Barbara Worth Junior High
08.1995 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
Brawley Union High School
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