At the Arizona Department of Corrections, I excelled in managing high-risk situations, demonstrating exceptional crisis intervention and negotiation skills. My proactive approach in contraband detection and reduction, coupled with my ability to foster a supportive environment for rehabilitation, significantly enhanced facility safety and inmate management. Offering strong communication and conflict resolution skills, eager to learn and develop in structured environment. Brings solid understanding of rules and regulations and applies critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Ready to use and develop teamwork and observational skills in a Border Patrol Agent's role.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
12.2023 - Current
Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
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.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
Administered drug tests to inmates.
Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Fostered supportive environment for inmate rehabilitation with educational and vocational training programs.
Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
1500 E 15th Street Douglas, AZ 85607
05-2023
Skills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Mental health awareness
Policy enforcement
Self-defense tactics
Search and seizure procedures
Self-defense techniques
Contraband seizure
Security procedures
Trained in defensive tactics
Stress tolerance
Crisis intervention training
Gang awareness
Firearm operations trained
Search procedures
Inmate classification
Negotiation
Excellent problem solver
Contraband inspections
Radio communication
First aid and CPR certified
Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
Incident prevention
Armory and key control
Contraband detection
Regulation compliance
Firearms proficiency
Patrol procedures
Perimeter control
Firearms training
Multitasking
Incident reporting
Excellent communication
Written communication
Inmate transport
Time management
Conflict resolution
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
12.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
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