Gilberto Sanchez Jr.
McFarland
Summary
Observant correctional officer with 20 years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons. Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individuals. In-depth knowledge of use and care of restraint methods.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Geo Group Inc
McFarland
11.1997 - 11.2017
- Electronic Surveillance: Monitors CCTV camera systems to maintain continuous surveillance of inmate activities, facility personnel, and visitors.
- Door & Gate Control: Remotely operates electronic locking systems for doors and gates (sally ports) to manage the movement of individuals throughout the facility.
- Perimeter Security: Monitors facility perimeter security systems to detect unauthorized access or escape
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and order within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Responded promptly to incidents, coordinating with staff for effective resolution.
- Managed inmate movement, ensuring timely attendance at programs and appointments.
- Trained new officers on facility procedures and emergency response techniques.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in accurate reports for record-keeping.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
Education
McFarland High School
McFarland, CASkills
- Electronic surveillance
- Door control
- Perimeter security
- Incident investigation
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Attention to details
- Decision making
- CCTV monitoring
- Work detail oversight
- Conflict resolution skills
- Safety and security enforcement
- Patrol procedures
- Inmate supervision
- Stress tolerance
- Correctional facility procedures
- Suicide prevention
- Inmate monitoring
- Restraint techniques
- Facility security
- Search and seizure procedures
- Emergency management
- Work crew management
- Incident prevention
- Central and pod control
- Contraband inspections
- Radio communication
- Excellent problem solver
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Emergency response
- Surveillance
- Evidence preservation
- Gang awareness
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Geo Group Inc
11.1997 - 11.2017
McFarland High School