Progressive Detention Officer familiar with coordinating and monitoring the safety and well-being of inmates. Over 4 years of experience working in the criminal justice field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Georgetown University
El Centro, CA
02.2020 - Current
Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
Processed new inmates by conducting intake interviews, searching personal belongings, and assigning housing locations.
Assisted with court proceedings by escorting inmates to hearings or other outside appointments.
Interacted professionally with family members who visited detained individuals.
Enforced disciplinary regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
Developed individualized plans for each inmate based on their needs while incarcerated.
Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
Reviewed paperwork for accuracy prior to submitting it for processing.
Performed searches of people, vehicles, mail items and dormitories.
Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
Maintained records of daily events including incident reports, shift logs, and prisoner movement logs.
Transported detainees between facilities as needed according to established protocols.
Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates.
Server
Burgers And Beers
El Centro, CA
08.2010 - 02.2020
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
Greeted guests and provided menus.
Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.