Scott Rink
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Accomplished Facility Captain at the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, I leveraged leadership qualities and correctional procedures to enhance facility operations, achieving a notable increase in staff retention rates. Skilled in crisis management and fostering teamwork, my strategies significantly reduced inmate altercations, promoting a safer, more efficient correctional environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Captain
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by conducting internal audits on a regular basis.
- Reduced inmate altercations by fostering positive relationships and promoting open communication between officers and inmates.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings when required, aiding in fair sentencing decisions for incarcerated individuals.
- Increased staff retention rates through mentorship programs, professional development opportunities, and ongoing support for correctional officers.
- Promoted a culture of accountability among officers by consistently enforcing disciplinary measures when needed.
- Implemented innovative conflict resolution techniques, reducing instances of force among correctional officers.
- Contributed to policy development efforts aimed at improving facility operations and overall inmate wellbeing.
Correctional Officer Lieutenant
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
02.2006 - 10.2014
- Reduced inmate altercations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while supervising officer teams responsible for maintaining order within assigned housing units or program areas.
- Oversaw the timely completion of administrative tasks such as report writing, incident documentation, and record-keeping processes.
- Served as an effective liaison between correctional facility staff, outside agencies, and the general public, maintaining positive relationships that facilitated information sharing and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct or policy violations within the facility, ensuring accountability at all levels.
- Streamlined daily operations, managing staff schedules and ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
- Enhanced staff performance by providing ongoing training and professional development opportunities for correctional officers.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, implementing appropriate response measures to minimize risk and ensure the safety of all individuals involved.
- Worked closely with mental health professionals to address the needs of inmates experiencing psychological distress, promoting a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Improved facility safety by conducting regular security checks and addressing potential risks promptly.
- Contributed to overall facility success, serving as a key decision-maker on disciplinary actions involving inmates and staff members.
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
03.1998 - 02.2006
- Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while maintaining professionalism, demonstrating strong leadership skills under pressure.
- Maintained order within the facility by enforcing institutional rules and regulations consistently.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to ensure proper care for inmates with health concerns or medical needs.
- Reduced instances of inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies and mediation techniques.
- Increased security measures by regularly inspecting all areas of the facility for potential hazards or risks.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Provided ongoing mentoring and guidance to junior officers, fostering a supportive team environment focused on professional growth and development.
- Organized recreational activities that promoted positive interactions among inmates, reducing tensions and improving overall facility morale.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
Correctional Officer
Department Of Corrections
05.1996 - 01.1998
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Correctional Officer
Department Of Corrections
01.1994 - 05.1996
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
Education
Criminal Justice
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CASkills
- Leadership Qualities
- Crew Resource Management
- Public speaking abilities
- Inmate Supervision
- Employee Motivation
- Incident Reporting
- Security Protocols
- Crisis Management
- Correctional Procedures
- Rules of conduct
- Counseling techniques
- Job assignments
- Security Procedures
- Officer Training
- Public Safety
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Staff Supervision
- Work Planning
- Policy Enforcement
- Administration
- Conflict Management
- Courtroom Testimony
- Emergency Response
- Rule Enforcement
- Records Maintenance
- Inspections
- Rehabilitation Programs
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Leadership
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Relationship Building
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Professional Demeanor
Timeline
Facility Captain
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
10.2014 - 11.2016
Correctional Officer Lieutenant
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
02.2006 - 10.2014
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
03.1998 - 02.2006
Correctional Officer
Department Of Corrections
05.1996 - 01.1998
Correctional Officer
Department Of Corrections
01.1994 - 05.1996
Criminal Justice
Rio Hondo College
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