Robert E Garduno Jr
Chippewa Falls,WI
Summary
Dutiful Correctional Officer with over 10 years of experience supervising inmate interactions for safety and compliance. Brings moral code and crisis-management techniques to maintain productive environment for rehabilitation. Focuses on individual security within all interactions with inmates and staff. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Jail Deputy
Chippewa County Sheriffs Office
Chippewa Falls, WI
05.2023 - Current
- Ensured safety and security of inmates and facility by conducting regular patrols, supervising inmate activities, and responding to emergencies.
- Maintained order in the jail by enforcing rules and regulations, addressed disruptive behavior, and conducted searches for contraband items.
- Conducted intake screening process for incoming inmates, including classification assessment and fingerprinting.
- Supervised meals, visiting hours, medical visits, court appearances, work assignments, and other daily activities for inmates.
- Monitored correctional facility operations to ensure compliance with laws, policies, and procedures.
- Responded quickly and appropriately during emergency situations in the jail such as riots or fights between inmates.
- Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
- Prepared and submitted daily reports and logs detailing jail operations and incidents.
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
Stanley, WI
10.2020 - 03.2023
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support safe operations.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Transported inmates to and from personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details, and court hearings.
Program Director
Rem Wisconsin
Chippewa Falls, WI
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed program operations and provided strategic leadership to all workers.
- Created comprehensive progress reports on all programs to show progress.
- Planned and conducted staff meetings to brainstorm new ideas and deliver program and milestone updates.
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state regulations.
- Skilled in written and oral communication, community relations and service development.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of behavior management principles, program development, and monitoring techniques.
Resident Care Technician - Advanced
Northern Wisconsin Center
Chippewa Falls, WI
04.2014 - 06.2019
- Supervised and monitored multiple individuals daily.
- Establish work procedures or schedules and keep track of the daily work of individuals served.
- Planned and executed activities and provided care.
- Observe and documented behavior, mental and physical changes in individuals.
- Communicate and report and recommendations in individuals placements to social workers, guardians, and case managers.
- Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
- Train and assist staff with computer usage.
Plumber's Assistant
Lake Hallie Plumbing
Chippewa Falls, WI
08.2013 - 04.2014
- Tested and checked systems to locate and correct leaks.
- Helped plumber work efficiently by carrying and organizing supplies, tools and equipment.
- Prepared ans assisted in routine specifications for map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing material.
- Operated equipment such as hacksaw, tubing cutter and jackhammer and remained focused on safety at all times.
- Excavate and grade ditches, and lay and join pipe for water and sewer service.
Psychiatric Technician
New Mexico Behavioral Health - Forensic Division
Las Vegas, NM
02.2009 - 08.2013
- Provided assessments and treatments of people with a mental disorder and a history of criminal offending, or those who are at risk of offending.
- Observe and influence patient's behavior, communicating and interacting with them and teaching, counseling, or befriending them.
- Monitor patient's physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff.
- Restrain violent, potentially violent, or suicidal patient's by verbal or physical means as required and trained.
- Encourage patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, or other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships.
Education
Licensed And Certified Jail/Correction Officer
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI04.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZSome College (No Degree) - Prerequisites - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WISome College (No Degree) - Prerequisites - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WISkills
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Excellent problem solver
- Crisis management
- First aid and CPR certified
- People skills
- Emergency Response Unit (ERU)
- Field Training Officer (FTO)
Military Experience
Aug 1996 - Aug 2002
724th Engineer Battalion - 12B Engineer
Wisconsin Army National Guard - Chippewa Falls, WI
- Completed six years years time served with Honorable Discharge.
- Trained and helped maintain a unit for active duty.
- Aided in state emergencies, operated heavy equipment, and built fortifications.
- Supervise, serve, and assist as a member of a team.
- Perform strenuous physical activities over long period of time.
Affiliations
2020 SALUTE, Lifesaving & Valor Award Ceremony
2020 Lifesaving/Valor award winner
Timeline
Jail Deputy
Chippewa County Sheriffs Office
05.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
10.2020 - 03.2023
Program Director
Rem Wisconsin
07.2019 - 10.2020
Resident Care Technician - Advanced
Northern Wisconsin Center
04.2014 - 06.2019
Plumber's Assistant
Lake Hallie Plumbing
08.2013 - 04.2014
Psychiatric Technician
New Mexico Behavioral Health - Forensic Division
02.2009 - 08.2013
Licensed And Certified Jail/Correction Officer
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire