Kris Schroeder
SAN TAN VALLEY,Az
Summary
Trustworthy Detention Officer with 21 years of experience. Talented at quickly deescalating conflicts and maintaining superior levels of levelheadedness. Intelligent and agile with remarkable security awareness. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Pinal County Sheriff's Office
Florence, Az
12.2006 - Current
- Supervised daily activities of detainees to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to maintain security and identify potential hazards.
- Implemented training programs for new officers on protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to address the needs of individuals in custody.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Received and inspected mail, property, and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- 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.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Contributed to team effectiveness, sharing knowledge and experience during staff meetings.
- Reduced contraband incidents with meticulous cell inspections.
- Supported mental health initiatives, coordinating with healthcare professionals to provide necessary care.
- Enhanced security measures by conducting thorough searches and inspections.
- Promoted culture of respect and dignity, enforcing anti-discrimination policies among inmates and staff.
- Maintained order during high-stress situations, utilizing conflict resolution skills to de-escalate potential threats.
- Ensured compliance with legal standards, meticulously documenting incidents and daily activities.
- Strengthened community relations by participating in outreach programs.
- Increased staff morale and cohesion by organizing team-building activities.
- Provided safety for staff and detainees, maintaining constant surveillance and immediate response protocols.
- Assisted in the preparation and execution of transport assignments, ensuring both detainee and officer safety during transfers to other facilities or court appearances.
- Supported internal investigations into potential policy violations or criminal activity within the detention center environment.
- Facilitated positive relationships between staff members through open communication channels, fostering a cohesive team environment.
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
- Collaborated with medical staff to address inmate health concerns, coordinating care plans and monitoring progress as needed.
- Verified identification using specialized databases and methods such as fingerprinting.
- Provided support to inmates by addressing their concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining facility rules and regulations.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain order and resolve conflicts among detainees efficiently.
- Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
- Enhanced inmate security by conducting regular cell checks and monitoring daily activities.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Mentored junior officers, enhancing team performance and adherence to best practices in detention management.
- Developed and enforced rules to promote positive behavior among detainees, fostering a safe environment.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate records per departmental policies and legal requirements.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZHigh School Diploma -
Red Mountain High School
Mesa, AZ05-1999
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Emergency response
- Physical restraint
- Behavioral observation
- Key control
- Security procedures
- Inmate supervision
- Report preparation
- Surveillance
- Crisis intervention
- Facility monitoring
- First aid administration
- Prisoner escort
- Firearm safety
- Inmate transportation
- Mental health awareness
Accomplishments
I am a FTO ( Field Training Officer) for 2 years and A General Instructor for 8 years. Both certifications were attained through Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training board. I have been certified as an armed officer for 19 years and all quails were based on the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board for weapon certification. I have done High risk transports from the Arizona Department of Corrections for court proceedings. Transported all different classification of inmates on hospital transports ranging from emergency room visits to medical appointment. I have spent the last years of my career working with the younger officers that have started giving them guidance even when they have completed their OIT ( Officer In Training) program with Pinal County Sheriffs Office.
I have had the pleasure in teaching cadets when Pinal county Sheriff's office ran a detention academy in the late 2010's.
Certification
- Detention Officer Certification Course Graduated from Maricopa county Sheriff's Office Detention academy in 2005
- Axon Taser certification -
- General Instructor- Azpost certification 06/16/2017
- Weapons certification- Azpost Standards Quailed on 01/12/2026
- ACJIS certified through Arizona Department of Public Safety experired on 12/1/2025
- Naloxone administration for Law enforcement and EMT certification through the Arizona Department of Health Services 11/05/2025
Timeline
Detention Officer
Pinal County Sheriff's Office
12.2006 - Current
No Degree - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
High School Diploma -
Red Mountain High School