Salvador Sanchez
Devine
Summary
Dynamic Detention Officer with The Geo Group, skilled in detainee control and emergency response. Proven ability to enforce facility regulations while maintaining safety and order. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, effectively de-escalating tense situations and ensuring inmate well-being. Committed to upholding security standards and fostering a safe environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
The Geo Group
Pearsall
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted with intake and release processes for incoming and outgoing inmates.
- Monitored inmate behavior and ensured their safety and well-being.
- Operated control panels that regulated access points such as doors, gates, and security cameras.
- Collaborated with other staff members to manage challenging situations involving inmates effectively.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain order and discipline among inmates.
- Completed forms, reports and correspondence in full according to detention policies.
- Prepared written reports to document incidents involving breaches of security or inmate misconduct.
- Utilized conflict resolution skills to deescalate tense situations between inmates.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in corrections.
- Escorted inmates to and from various locations within detention center.
- Supervised visitations between inmates and family members or legal representatives.
- Administered first aid or called for medical assistance to address inmate health concerns.
- Responded to emergencies, disturbances, or crises within facility as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate activities, incidents, and observations.
- Conducted regular security checks of cells, dormitories, and common areas.
- Identified and removed contraband items using routine and unannounced searches.
- Restrained and escorted prisoners to locations within and outside facility.
Utility Worker
Tri Star Utilities Inc
Burnet
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding daily progress reports and any challenges encountered.
- Recognized faulty conditions of process equipment and helped coordinate timely repairs.
- Assisted with installation of new utility services for residential and commercial customers.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Repaired broken water mains, gas lines, and sewer pipes as needed.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions or priorities within given project scope.
- Operated heavy machinery to dig trenches and lay pipes for utility lines.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when faced with complex issues pertaining to utility systems.
Education
High School -
Devine High School
DevineSkills
- Inmate control
- Defensive techniques
- Inmate observation
- Facility monitoring
- Body and cell searches
- Inmate rights
- Gate control
- Restraint techniques
- Medical emergencies
- Physical restraint
- Surveillance
- Perimeter guarding
- Security procedures
- Inmate escorting
- Inmate monitoring
- De-escalation techniques
- Emergency response team
- First aid administration
- Facility patrol
- Excellent communication
- Excellent problem solver
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Rules enforcement
- First aid and CPR certified
- Firearm safety
Languages
Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Detention Officer
The Geo Group
10.2022 - Current
Utility Worker
Tri Star Utilities Inc
10.2020 - 10.2022
High School -
Devine High School