TASHI M. DRAUGHAN
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer experienced in inmate supervision and facility security. Ensured safety of staff and inmates by effectively managing disturbances, enforcing facility rules, and conducting thorough inspections. Committed to contributing to a stable work environment while expanding knowledge and career potential.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Eddy County
Carlsbad, New Mexico
04.2025 - Current
- Monitored detainee housing areas and enforced Eddy County Detention Center rules.
- Conducted intake searches, screenings, and property logging for incoming detainees.
- Managed disturbances by effectively implementing emergency procedures to ensure safety during incidents.
- Documented inmate behavior, incidents, and shift activities in facility logs.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Facilitated visitation control, mail handling, and contraband prevention to maintain secure environment.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
- Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of all equipment used by staff members or inmates.
- Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court, and other institutions.
- Attended court hearings related to inmates under supervision when requested by supervisors.
- Performed basic first aid procedures and cardiopulmonary resuscitation on unconscious inmates and officers.
- Managed intake and release processes, including documentation, fingerprinting, and photographing.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
Correctional Facility (GEO GROUP INC)
GEO GROUP INC)
Hobbs, NM
01.2018 - 10.2024
- Position: Correctional Officer / Housing Sergeant
- Housing Unit Duties.:
- Ensured inmate safety and accurate counts to maintain secure environment.
- Following proper facility and policy/procedure.
- Following proper facility rules and regulations and procedures.
- Responded to emergencies and inmate issues to ensure safety.
- Controlling and directing inmate traffic to their designated and assigned areas.
- Conducted thorough inmate pat-downs to prevent contraband entry and exit.
- Correct or proper training of new cadets and officers in units.
- Conducting mandatory cell searches/inspections diligently.
- Maintaining professional conduct with staff/inmates while building trust and a good rapport.
- Maintained inmate accountability through thorough documentation of misconduct reports.
- Ensuring upkeep of cells, property and facility.
- Proper distribution of inmate mail, medical lay-ins, assignments, and notification of scheduled visits/appointments such as parole or a committee.
- Executed daily responsibilities with precision and timeliness.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Seagraves Highschool
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Contraband control
- Intake processing
- Incident reporting
- Security procedures
- Defensive tactics
- Correctional transport
- Facility inspections
- Situational awareness
- Sound judgment
- Conflict de escalación
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Legal transportation
Certification
Certified Correctional Officer (New Mexico Corrections Training Academy – NMCTA 320), CERT (Correctional Emergency Response Act) certified, PREEA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) certified, Firearm certified through NMCD, CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid certified, Less Lethal weapon (Pepper Spray, Beanbag, etc.), Biohazards
QUALIFICATIONS
- Central / Master Control
- Perimeter Patrol
- Transports
- Hospital Watches
- Recreational Supervision
- Schooling Supervision
- Restrictive Housing / Segregation
- Biohazard Areas (Covid-19)
- R.P. Inmate Supervision
- Protective Custody Handling
- Medication Supervision
- Visitation Watch
- Housing Unit Supervision
Timeline
Detention Officer
Eddy County
04.2025 - Current
Correctional Facility (GEO GROUP INC)
GEO GROUP INC)
01.2018 - 10.2024
Highschool Diploma -
Seagraves Highschool