Tommy Garcez
Tahoka,TX
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Jailer - Armory Officer
Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Improved overall facility cleanliness with thorough inspections and adherence to sanitation guidelines.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies using appropriate protocol, contributing to a safer environment for both staff and inmates involved in incidents.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment by enforcing strict adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Reduced inmate altercations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Fostered positive relationships with community partners including law enforcement agencies, courts, and social service organizations for seamless coordination of inmate care.
- Collaborated with fellow jailers to maintain order within the facility, effectively managing challenging situations as they arose.
- Utilized weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Monitored surveillance equipment regularly to identify potential safety hazards or violations within the facility.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism while interacting with inmates, colleagues, and external stakeholders, upholding the reputation of the facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Enhanced security measures by participating in routine training exercises on emergency response protocols.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Dairy Manager
Cash Savers - Tahoka
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Checked department signage and confirmed proper pricing, making sure sale items accurate.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure reliable product supply and favorable pricing negotiations.
- Fostered a positive shopping experience for customers through prompt and courteous service, addressing any concerns or complaints swiftly.
- Coordinated promotional activities alongside marketing teams to drive awareness of special offers on dairy items, increasing sales volume during peak seasons.
- Restocked cases with new merchandise and removed expired items for proper disposal.
- Maintained an organized and visually appealing dairy section, attracting customers and promoting sales growth.
Correctional Officer/Unit Armorer/Transportation Security Officer
Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
02.2000 - 08.2018
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Reserve Police Officer
Gulfport Police Department
07.1997 - 10.1999
- Conducted traffic stops for violations, issuing citations or warnings as appropriate, resulting in improved road safety.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities through detailed report writing, aiding the efficiency of department operations.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls.
- Fostered respectful communication with diverse populations, promoting understanding between law enforcement personnel and the communities they serve.
Nutritional Medicine Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
10.1989 - 10.1999
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Supervised military and civilian personnel in capacity of providing patient medical care.
- Served on the medical readiness deployment team
- Served on the Base Honor Guard from September 1991 to November 1993.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Food And Nutritional Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL 10.1989 - 05.1990
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross High School of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX06.1989
Skills
- Inmate Supervision
- Safety Procedures
- Prisoner transportation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Safety and Security
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Inmate Transport
Certification
- Remington 870 Armorer, Triton Training Group - Expires 04/25/2026
- AR-15 Armorer, Triton Training Group - Expires 04/27/2026
- Glock Armorer, Glock - Expires 03/14/2026
- Less Lethal Instructor, ALS, - Expires 07/13/2026
- PepperBall Instructor/Armorer, PepperBall - Expires 10/04/2025
- ACA Locksmith, Maximum Detention Academy
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Basic Instructor
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Jailer
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Jailer - Armory Officer
Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
09.2022 - Current
Dairy Manager
Cash Savers - Tahoka
08.2019 - 09.2022
Correctional Officer/Unit Armorer/Transportation Security Officer
Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility
02.2000 - 08.2018
Reserve Police Officer
Gulfport Police Department
07.1997 - 10.1999
Nutritional Medicine Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
10.1989 - 10.1999
Some College (No Degree) - Food And Nutritional Science
Community College of The Air Force
10.1989 - 05.1990
High School Diploma -
Holy Cross High School of San Antonio
- Remington 870 Armorer, Triton Training Group - Expires 04/25/2026
- AR-15 Armorer, Triton Training Group - Expires 04/27/2026
- Glock Armorer, Glock - Expires 03/14/2026
- Less Lethal Instructor, ALS, - Expires 07/13/2026
- PepperBall Instructor/Armorer, PepperBall - Expires 10/04/2025
- ACA Locksmith, Maximum Detention Academy
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Basic Instructor
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Jailer
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