Mario Lopez
Yuma
Summary
Law enforcement professional prepared for rigors of maintaining security and order in challenging environments. Possesses valuable experience in conflict resolution and maintaining facility safety. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing circumstances. Skilled in communication and de-escalation techniques, highly dependable and trustworthy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention officer
Yuma County Sheriff's Office
Yuma, Az
11.2023 - Current
- - Effectively responded to critical incidents, utilizing de-escalation techniques and crisis management skills to resolve conflicts and maintain order within the facility
- - Supervised inmate movement within the facility, ensuring secure and controlled transactions while adhering to established security protocols and minimizing potential risks
- - Trained in performing searches on persons and or cells, looking for unauthorized items, drugs, weapons or any form of contraband
- - Worked effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team to enhance facility operations
- - Monitored prisoners needing medical attention during hospital watch shifts.
- - Documented critical incidents and daily activities with thorough report writing to maintain accurate records and support facility accountability
- - Demonstrated the ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of a team
- - Excellent team member, willing to work with anyone and achieve objectives that need completion before my own interests to reach completion of assignments
- Worked over 40 hours weekly to ensure coverage and support within the facility.
Ditch rider
Yuma Mesa Irrigation and Drainage
Yuma, Az
08.2020 - 11.2023
- - Maintained consistent water flow efficiently through proactive monitoring and timely adjustments, contributing to resource conservation efforts
- - Adjustments of head gates to insure proper water flow and proper elevation
- - Adjustments of head gates to ensure proper water flow and proper elevation
- - Conducted hourly elevation checks to ensure consistent water flow throughout the shift.
- 40 hours per week
Retail Sales Associate
Goodwill Store and Donation Center
Yuma, Az
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Aided customers in locating clothing, linens, and electrical items.
- Maintained composure during busy periods to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Ensured surrounding areas were clean and organized for daily operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kofa High School
Yuma, Az05-2020
Skills
- Inmate management
- - Crisis intervention
- Security protocols
- - Report writing
- De-escalation strategies
- Crisis intervention
- Search procedures
- Search procedures
- Behavioral monitoring
- Computer
Accomplishments
Special Management Unit (SMU)
Lethal and less lethal certified
Detention Officer Of the Year
Honor Guard
Rifle Team
Certification
- - Trained and proficient in Firearms
- - Trained in use of less lethal such as taser and Oleoresin Capsicum (OC)
- - Trained in the use of Baton
- - Trained in pat searches
- - Trained in the proper way of handcuff application
- - CPR training completed
- - Trained and certified in Special Management Unit (SMU)
- - Received some training in slow and deliberate building entries with the Special Response Team (SRT)
LANGUAGES
- English fluent
- Spanish fluent
Timeline
Detention officer
Yuma County Sheriff's Office
11.2023 - Current
Ditch rider
Yuma Mesa Irrigation and Drainage
08.2020 - 11.2023
Retail Sales Associate
Goodwill Store and Donation Center
01.2020 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Kofa High School