Vanessa Padilla
Las Vegas
Summary
Dependable and observant professional with strong focus on safety and security. Possesses foundational knowledge in criminal justice practices and conflict resolution, along with skills in report writing and surveillance. Dedicated to maintaining order and ensuring safe environment for all individuals.
Professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality team results. Skilled in effective communication, problem-solving, and time management. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and meeting organizational goals. Well-versed in fostering productive and supportive work environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Officer
San Miguel County
08.2023 - 03.2025
- 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.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
- Promoted a positive environment for rehabilitation with effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
- Developed a reputation for professionalism and integrity, serving as a role model for fellow officers in the performance of daily duties and adherence to ethical standards.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Team Member Cahier
Big R
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Assisted customers in selecting merchandise best suited to needs.
Co-Teacher
Kiddie Kampus Day Care
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform instructional strategies and improve overall student achievement levels in the classroom.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication and conducting regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Increased student participation through group projects, presentations, and interactive learning exercises.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robertson High
1236 5th Street Las Vegas New Mexico05-2023
Skills
- Security procedures
- Verb communication
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Integrity and honesty
- Policy enforcement
- Customer service
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Emergency management
- Motivational skills
- Safety and security enforcement
Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens for First Responders
- Ethics in Law Enforcement
- Report Writing 1 and 2
- contraband control
- inmate correspondence
- defensive tactics 1 and 2
- De-escalation and minimizing use of force
- Corrections 1 and 2
- Basic first AID
- and more
Timeline
Corrections Officer
San Miguel County
08.2023 - 03.2025
Team Member Cahier
Big R
03.2023 - 08.2023
Co-Teacher
Kiddie Kampus Day Care
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Bloodborne Pathogens for First Responders
- Ethics in Law Enforcement
- Report Writing 1 and 2
- contraband control
- inmate correspondence
- defensive tactics 1 and 2
- De-escalation and minimizing use of force
- Corrections 1 and 2
- Basic first AID
- and more
High School Diploma -
Robertson High
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