PAUL HERNANDEZ
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at Kern Valley State Prison, adept in conflict resolution and emergency response. Proven ability to maintain safety and order while enforcing policies. Skilled in search and seizure procedures, demonstrating professionalism and critical thinking in high-pressure situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Kern Valley State Prison
11.2017 - 04.2025
- 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.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Mechanic Technician
Army
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Perform maintenance, repair, and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and select armored vehicles that serve the Army in a variety of mission-critical roles.
- Inspect, service, maintain, repair, replace, adjust, and test wheeled vehicles, material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components, and automotive electrical systems, including wiring harnesses and starting and charging systems.
- Delivered detailed briefings to senior leaders on mission objectives, status updates, and critical issues requiring attention.
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Policy enforcement
- Search and seizure procedures
- Professionalism
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Kern Valley State Prison
11.2017 - 04.2025
Mechanic Technician
Army
10.2012 - 05.2015
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