Suzanna Gonzalez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Correctional Officer with solid background managing inmate populations and maintaining security protocols. Demonstrated ability to handle
high-pressure situations and resolve conflicts efficiently. Proven skills in communication and teamwork, consistently ensuring safe environment for staff and inmates. Extensive experience enforcing regulations, within the facility as well as inmate transportation. Experienced with maintaining security and control within correctional facilities. Utilizes conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to manage inmate behavior effectively. Strong understanding of legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance and safety. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position in transportation. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Bilingual and always ready to learn and grow my skills.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Representative
Federico Career College
- Recruiting, evaluating, and admitting students, generating student enrollment, translating for clients, training new educators.
Cosmetology Instructor/ Business and Professional Development Instructor
Federico Career College
- Teaching practical and theory classes, creating lesson plans, tracking student progress, assisting with language barriers, training new educators.
Peace Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
04.2019 - Current
- Maintaining safety and security of male inmate population, coordinating inmate movement, responding to incidents, developing reports, maintaining proficiency in firearms, enforcing rules and regulations.
- Conducted searches and seizures according to legal guidelines, upholding suspect rights throughout the process consistently.
- Maintained detailed records of incidents, arrests, and investigations for accurate reporting purposes.
- Utilized negotiation skills in conflict resolution scenarios to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations effectively.
- Assisted in the training of new recruits, sharing knowledge and expertise on law enforcement procedures.
- Ensured compliance with department policies and procedures through consistent adherence to established guidelines.
- Demonstrated excellent crisis management skills during high-pressure situations while maintaining composure under stress.
- Transportation of Inmates, Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Over 150- incident reports submitted
Salon Owner
Haircuts My Heart Salon and Supply
11.2011 - 01.2024
- Performing all management phases of the salon, training stylists, handling customer concerns, managing inventory.
- Coordinated staff meetings to discuss goals, address concerns, and celebrate achievements collectively.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and hygiene standards through routine inspections and process improvements.
- Mentored salon staff through regular training sessions and performance evaluations, fostering professional growth.
- Recruited top talent for the salon team by conducting thorough interviews and assessing applicants'' skills against job requirements accurately.
- Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns, and transaction reports.
- Delegated workplace responsibility to appropriate staff.
Education
State Cosmetology License -
Wayne's College of Beauty
Watsonville, CA04.1998
Course in Salon Success and Mindful Teaching -
Pivot Point International
Currently Student - Education
San Diego State University
Online High School Diploma -
Watsonville High School
Watsonville, CA01.1998
Skills
- Public Safety
- Law Enforcement Techniques
- Interrogation Techniques
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Firearms handling
- Investigative procedures
- Incident documentation
- Search and seizure procedures
- Professionalism
- Prisoner Transport
- Ethics and integrity
Accomplishments
Career Technical Education Credential
Peace Officer Standard's and Training (Badge #94083)
Fire Arms Qualified
References
References available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Peace Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
04.2019 - Current
Salon Owner
Haircuts My Heart Salon and Supply
11.2011 - 01.2024
Course in Salon Success and Mindful Teaching -
Pivot Point International
High School Diploma -
Watsonville High School
Admissions Representative
Federico Career College
Cosmetology Instructor/ Business and Professional Development Instructor
Federico Career College
State Cosmetology License -
Wayne's College of Beauty
Currently Student - Education
San Diego State University
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