Cary Eastwood
Coalinga,CA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated former Police Officer with the State of California Department of State Hospitals, skilled in criminal investigations and conflict de-escalation. Proven track record of enhancing community relations and ensuring public safety through proactive engagement and effective communication. Committed to integrity and fostering trust within diverse populations.
Professional with comprehensive experience in law enforcement, consistently ensuring public safety and effective community policing. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results through teamwork. Skilled in conflict resolution, crisis management, and maintaining public order. Adaptable and reliable, always ready to respond to evolving situations.
Methodical Police Officer with 26 years of experience in enforcing state and federal laws and city codes according to departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Proven skills in conflict resolution with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes and accidents while identifying and preserving evidence. Eager to apply abilities to dynamic new position.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
State of California Department of State Hospitals
08.2005 - 12.2024
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public and patient safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from staff and patients within secure area of a high security mental hospital.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check medical housing units, offices, patient activity areas, parking lots, storage areas, etc.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled patient disruptions tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Responded immediately to reports of criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched living areas of patients to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching patients, dorms, and common areas.
Observed and supervised patients throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers. - Escorted patients to and from units, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the hospital complex regularly.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and patients.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing mental hospital facilities.
Correctional Officer
Madera County Department Of Corrections
Madera, CA
01.1999 - 08.2005
- 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.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Fresno City College
FresnoNo Degree - General Education
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CACertificate - State Hospital Police Academy
West Hills College
Coalinga12-2005
Certificate - Correctional Officer Academy
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA10-1997
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-escalation techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Criminal investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Human relations
- Emergency management
- Community relations
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Self-defense techniques
- First aid
- Mental resilience
- Cultural awareness
Accomplishments
Received Officer of the Quarter 2015
Timeline
Police Officer
State of California Department of State Hospitals
08.2005 - 12.2024
Correctional Officer
Madera County Department Of Corrections
01.1999 - 08.2005
No Degree - General Education
Fresno City College
No Degree - General Education
Bakersfield College
Certificate - State Hospital Police Academy
West Hills College
Certificate - Correctional Officer Academy
Bakersfield College
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