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Gildardo Noriega Zarate Jr

772 Lincoln ST Calexico

Summary

Physically fit Security Officer skilled at defending clients and assets. Weapons expert possessing excellent self-control and level head in difficult situations. Able to manage security risks with ease and use sound judgment to resolve problem situations quickly.

Knowledgeable Desired Position with solid background in maintaining security and order within detention facilities. Proven ability to manage and resolve conflicts while ensuring safety of detainees and staff. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Detention Officer

Geo Group
El Centro
04.2022 - 08.2025

Duties : escort detainees in custody while present at medical treatment facilities , courtrooms, detention facilities, and any other guard services serves detainees prepared meals as required or directed conduct searches of holding cells and/ or detainees as required or directed provide security at local medical facilities for the duration of the detainees hospital care, restricting unauthorized public access to detainees provided security at various locations throughout the facility performs searches of vehicles and personnel as directed by the contract or contracting officers representatives enforce regulations and procedures designed to prevent breaches of security exercise judgment and uses discretion in responding to incidents and emergencies maintain the security of all areas by taking action as required

Privet Security

National 50 Security & Investigations
Torrance, CA
06.2020 - 06.2020
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands and x-ray machinery to protect building, assets and individuals.
  • Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
  • Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
  • Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
  • Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.

Security Officer

Southwest Security
El Centro, CA
10.2019 - 06.2020
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises
  • Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building
  • Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement
  • Collaborated with area law enforcement professional to organize safe apprehensions and coordinate investigations
  • Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas
  • Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons
  • Checked tickets and passports for integrity to prevent fraudulent travel
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences
  • Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility

Correctional Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Gatesville, TX
10.2016 - 06.2019
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders
  • Investigated attempted escapes and conducted searches for escaped inmates
  • Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates
  • Created and maintained arrest files on all inmates processed through jail
  • Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management
  • Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects
  • Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols every hour to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Used search mirror to conduct full vehicle searches on passenger and commercial trucks.
  • Logged vehicles entering and leaving premises.

Education

High School Diploma -

Calexico High School
Calexico, CA

Skills

  • Theft prevention training
  • Surveillance
  • Communication skills
  • Emergency response
  • Safety and security
  • Security Guard License
  • Firearms safety
  • Experience with Colt AR-15 223
  • Remington Model 870 12
  • S&W 357 Magnum
  • 9mm 40mm
  • Behavioral observation
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Key control
  • Inmate supervision
  • Inmate monitoring
  • Prisoner escort

Timeline

Detention Officer

Geo Group
04.2022 - 08.2025

Privet Security

National 50 Security & Investigations
06.2020 - 06.2020

Security Officer

Southwest Security
10.2019 - 06.2020

Correctional Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
10.2016 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Calexico High School
Gildardo Noriega Zarate Jr