Gregory Sandoval
Bakersfield
Summary
Seasoned Correctional Officer with notable experience in managing inmate populations, enforcing facility policies and ensuring public safety. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution and communication. Built strong rapport with inmates to foster safe environment while consistently maintaining facility security. Previous work has positively impacted overall efficiency and safety within correctional facilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Kern Valley State Prison
Delano
03.2011 - 09.2021
- Participated in the development and implementation of escape prevention plans and emergency evacuation procedures.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and court personnel regarding inmate transportation and legal proceedings.
- Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Collaborated with outside agencies such as social workers, psychologists, and probation officers when necessary.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
- Managed conflict and negotiated resolutions between inmates to prevent violence and ensure the safety of all individuals in the facility.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
Education
GED -
Dekalb Technical Institute
Clarkston, GA02-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medical Assistant
United Educational Institute
Morrow, GASkills
- Emergency response
- Conflict resolution
- Inmate supervision
- Crisis management
- Policy enforcement
- Incident reporting
- Security checks
- Report writing
- Effective communication
- Non-violent intervention
- Behavior observation
- Correctional facility procedures
- Tower surveillance
- Contraband detection
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Kern Valley State Prison
03.2011 - 09.2021
GED -
Dekalb Technical Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medical Assistant
United Educational Institute
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