Timothy Daniel Acosta
PAMUNKEY REGIONAL JAIL
Manassas,VA
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Dedicated Corrections Officer with over four years of law enforcement and correctional experience, complemented by a decade in public safety. Currently serving at Pamunkey Regional Jail, certified in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) protocols, and previously worked as an Explosive Detection Canine Officer/Handler for Inter-Con Security Systems under a U.S. Department of State contract. Recognized for an outgoing personality, strong teamwork ethic, and adaptability to changing environments while maintaining honesty and respect in all interactions. Committed to continuous professional development and acquiring new skills to enhance effectiveness in the field.
Work History
Correctional Officer
2 Years 8 Months- Emergency Response Team (ERT)
- CIT Certified (Crisis Intervention Team)
- Respond to high-risk incidents like riots, hostage situations, and cell extractions, conducting high-security shakedowns to find contraband, and providing security for high-profile inmates
- Supervise inmates, enforcing rules, maintaining facility security, and ensuring the safety of inmates and staff
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to ensure smooth transfer of inmates.
Explosive Detection Canine Handler
2 Years 11 Months- EXPLOSIVE DETECTION CANINE OFFICER- Top Secret/SCI Clearance- US Deputy Marshalled
- Maintained access control into the U.S. Department of State while performing canine handler/Law enforcement and security duties.
- Contributions & Accomplishments:
- Executed escorts of DV’s and other dignitaries through classified areas within Department of State
- Maintained protective security and weapon qualifications specific to the requirements of the mission.
- Performed as subject matter expert for the deployment of explosive detection and security teams.
- Secured US State Dept as an explosive detection canine team.
- 40-60Hrs weekly
- Clearance for the Transportation of Explosives, Ship, receive or possess Explosive Material, Through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
- Inter-Con Security Systems Department of State
- Uniformed Protection Officer of U.S Department of State- Diplomatic Security
- Supported national security efforts by collaborating with federal agencies as needed during high-profile operations or investigations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information encountered while performing duties as an Explosive Detection Canine Handler.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to ensure seamless communication during high-risk situations.
Diplomatic Security Officer
5 Years 11 Months- 40-50 Hrs per Week
- Managing the security for the facility
- Protecting Foreign Service personnel, facilities and sensitive information stored at the facility.
- Providing protection for the Secretary of State and foreign dignitaries visiting the United States
- Have valuable experience in armed and unarmed security
- Have an Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance with the U.S. Department of State
- Provide across control and alarm response while protecting customers, visitors, and U.S. Department property and personnel
- Certified on X-Ray Magnetometer, Hand Wands and Itemizer.
- Specials Operations Unit (SOU).
- Riot Control
- Alarm respondent
- Provide escorts security to foreign service personnel
Corrections Officer
1 Year 3 Months- 40-50 Hrs Per Week
- Enforce rules and regulations.
- Maintain security by preventing disturbances, assaults, and escapes
- Supervise the daily activities of inmates
- Ensuring that inmates obey the rules and regulations
- Conduct thorough investigations on inmates and crimes that are being committed while incarcerated inmates
- Maintaining order and control amongst inmates in the facility
- Disciplining individuals and solving disputes
- Monitored inmates’ daily activities, watching closely for unusual behavior, improper conduct, or signs of possible conflicts
- Can appropriately conduct first aid and crisis intervention
- Performed inspection of inmate living quarters and random searches of individual cells
- Transport inmates to court and hospitals
Education
High school diploma
Jail Officer Basic - Law Enforcement
Hanover County Crisis Intervention Team - Crisis Intervention Team
Basic Active Shooter Level I - Active Shooter
Diplomatic Security Odor Recognition Test - Diplomatic Security Explosives Detection
Axon Taser 7 Training - Taser 7
Jail Officer Basic - Law Enforcement
Single Purpose Explosive Detection And Tracking - Explosive Detection And Tracking
Skills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Inmate supervision
Mental health awareness
Correctional facility procedures
Policy enforcement
Restraint techniques
Safety and security enforcement
Self-defense tactics
Self-defense techniques
Search and seizure procedures
Observation
Surveillance
Contraband seizure
Crisis management
Stress tolerance
Weapons training
Prisoner transport
Crisis intervention training
Suicide prevention
Firearm operations trained
K9 operations
Canine training
Explosive detection
Canine handling
Certification
- Taser 7 Certified
- CIT (Crisis Intervention Team)
Languages
English
Timeline
Correctional Officer
PAMUNKEY REGIONAL JAIL
11.2023 - CurrentRead More
Explosive Detection Canine Handler
Inter-Con Security Systems
11.2020 - 10.2023Read More
Diplomatic Security Officer
Inter-Con Security
11.2017 - 10.2023Read More
Corrections Officer
CENTRAL VIRGINIA REGIONAL JAIL
08.2016 - 11.2017Read More
Washingtonville Senior High School
High school diploma
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Hanover County Sheriffs Academy
Jail Officer Basic from Law Enforcement
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Hanover Sheriffs Office
Hanover County Crisis Intervention Team from Crisis Intervention Team
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Texas State University
Basic Active Shooter Level I from Active Shooter
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Global Canine Services Center
Diplomatic Security Odor Recognition Test from Diplomatic Security Explosives Detection
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Axon Training
Axon Taser 7 Training from Taser 7
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Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Jail Officer Basic from Law Enforcement
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Vohne Liche Kennels
Single Purpose Explosive Detection And Tracking from Explosive Detection And Tracking
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