Yesenia Ruiz
Amarillo,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Resourceful and dedicated with motivational leadership, training and employee supervision experience. Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking.
Skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Potter County Sheriff's Office
10.2022 - Current
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Correctional Officer
Randall Country Jail
12.2019 - 10.2022
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate and other prohibited items.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
12.2009 - 12.2013
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Education
Dental Assistant -
Milan Institute of Cosmetology
Amarillo, TX12.2014
Correctional Officer -
South Plains College
Levelland, TX01.2010
High School Diploma -
Dimmitt High School
Dimmitt, TX05.2005
Skills
- Perimeter Patrol
- Law Enforcement
- Restraint Techniques
- Inmate Accountability
- Inmate Escorting
- Writing
- Observation
- Microsoft Access
- Offender Counts
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Self-Defense Techniques
- Correctional Facility Procedures
- Inmate Rights
- Visitation Guidelines Understanding
- Guardian RFID
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Tower Surveillance
- Defensive Tactic
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills
- Contraband Prevention
- Monitoring
- Active Listening
- Security Procedures
- Monitor Inmates
- Search Cells
- Safety and Security
- Firearm Operations
- De-Escalating Conflicts
- Firearms Training
- File and Record Maintenance
- Booking Procedures
- Microsoft Excel
- Web Browser Software
- Reading Comprehension
- Jail Management Software
- Speaking
- Safety and Security Enforcement
- Microsoft Office
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Mathematics
- Time Management
- Learning Strategies
- Central and Pod Control
- Contraband Inspections
- Emergency Protocol
- Medical Emergency Response
Accomplishments
- Routinely supervised more than 48 detainee inmates.
- Promoted to Level II Corrections Officer after 1 year of employment.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Licensed Firearm
- CPR/First Aid
- HIPAA
- OSHA
- Blood Borne Pathogens
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Potter County Sheriff's Office
10.2022 - Current
Correctional Officer
Randall Country Jail
12.2019 - 10.2022
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
12.2009 - 12.2013
Dental Assistant -
Milan Institute of Cosmetology
Correctional Officer -
South Plains College
High School Diploma -
Dimmitt High School
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