Tessa Borba
Crewe,VA
Summary
Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Officer
Nottoway Correctional Center
2023.08 - 2024.05
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Advanced knowledge of weapons use and safety protocols.
Home Health Aide
Private Care
2016.01 - 2023.08
- Provide in-home care to clients, support activities of daily living (ADLs), and utilize safe lifting practices and transfer equipment to ensure patient safety
- Manage patient calendars and schedules, provide safe transport to and from appointments, and plan engaging activities
- Implement dementia support strategies to improve quality of life and enable patients to maintain independence as long as possible.
Toll Collector
New York State Thruway Authority
2018.08 - 2020.03
- Operated and maintained cash registers, scanners, and other equipment
- Followed all applicable safety and security regulations
- Completed daily shift reports and other administrative tasks
- Monitored and directed traffic flow to ensure smooth operations on the toll lane.
Aviation Electronics Technician
United States Navy
2007.03 - 2009.06
- Proficient in troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating aircraft avionics systems and components
- Possess strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Enhanced safety standards in weapon handling by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing preventive measures.
Education
B.S. in History - History
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA09.2026
A.S in Liberal Arts -
Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY05.2015
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Computer Literacy
- Report Writing and Documentation
- Security Procedures
- Interpersonal Communication - verbal and written
- Verbal Communication
- Inmate Supervision
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Trained in defensive tactics
Jobtitle
Corrections Officer
Certification
- DCJS Certified Correctional Officer
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Nottoway Correctional Center
2023.08 - 2024.05
Toll Collector
New York State Thruway Authority
2018.08 - 2020.03
Home Health Aide
Private Care
2016.01 - 2023.08
Aviation Electronics Technician
United States Navy
2007.03 - 2009.06
B.S. in History - History
Liberty University
A.S in Liberal Arts -
Finger Lakes Community College
- DCJS Certified Correctional Officer
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