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Ruben Estevez

Nashville

Summary

A Tactical Officer in a Special Operations unit that is task with supervising the daily administration, personnel, and activities of SF1. This encompasses a range of responsibilities, such as responding to emergency calls at all times, conducting risky transports, executing extraditions, carrying out targeted searches in correctional facilities based on intelligence, intercepting illegal items, managing various types of demonstrations including riots and civil protests, delivering specialized training to the Special Operations Unit (SOU), ensuring the security of important individuals, maintaining security in court settings, and providing assistance to other law enforcement agencies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Tactical Officer 1

TDOC SOU
02.2022 - Current
  • Created a standardize evidence handling communication procedure for all SF-1 members.
  • Ensure the preservation of safe and secure correctional facilities
  • Perform regular monthly maintenance and cleaning on all allocated Firearms
  • Surpassed the requirements for weapons proficiency in order to uphold the standards outlined in TDOC Policy 506.09
  • Perform pre-deployment inspections on all equipment within designated area of responsibility before each deployment, and promptly notify any deviations that I am unable to rectify
  • Resolving conflicts and reducing escalation
  • Selected by my team leader over peers to supervise the gathering of evidence
  • Conveyed real-time reports to higher management through telephone communication
  • Engaged in more than 100 successful operations
  • Exhibits unequivocal clarity regarding the organization's objective through concrete actions
  • Skilled in utilizing all equipment and resources supplied by the team
  • Skilled in submitting suitable incident and discipline reports
  • Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners
  • Assisting with securing and overseeing care and well-being of inmates
  • Established strong rapport with community members, promoting positive relations between the organization and local populations while conducting field operations.
  • Implemented security measures that safeguarded personnel from potential threats while operating in challenging environments.
  • Contributed to ongoing professional development opportunities within the organization by sharing knowledge about tactics acquired throughout career.
  • Optimized resource allocation for mission success, managing equipment and personnel effectively.
  • Maintained situational awareness during high-risk situations, enabling quick decision-making and effective response actions.
  • Supported crisis management efforts by coordinating resources effectively when responding to emergency situations.
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
  • Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
  • Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • 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.

Correctional Officer

Deberry Special Needs
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
  • Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
  • Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
  • Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
  • Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
  • Cultivated positive relations with inmates, reducing tensions and promoting safer environment.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.

Infantry Squad leader

United States ARMY
04.2015 - 05.2021
  • Selected over peers to fulfill Squad leader duties due to professionalism and commitment to mission success
  • Chosen to lead Company level training and create Company standard operation procedures
  • Chosen over 27 Sergeants to be the Unit Prevention Leader
  • Conducted, processed and accounted for Company Urinalysis to include 100% company inspection: resulted in unwavering unit readiness
  • Deployed a strategic plan for MSC sites operators: resulted in over 100 assisted apprehensions while deployed to the Southwest border
  • Accountable for 8 other soldiers and over $1,000,000 worth of weapons and equipment
  • Mentored junior soldiers on career progression opportunities within the Infantry field, providing guidance on promotion paths and required qualifications for advancement.
  • Ensures mission objectives are carried out and that each solider under my command understands his role in that mission and carries out his duties to the best of his ability
  • Identified issues between soldiers and successfully resolved problems through active listening and interpersonal communication.
  • Mentors and counsels Squad members on personal and professional topics
  • Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
  • Deescalating and conflict resolution
  • Instructed team members in reconnaissance techniques such as map reading, compass use, navigation skills enhancing their situational awareness abilities.
  • Communicated with higher echelon via radio to give live time reports
  • Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
  • Disciplined subordinates for rules infractions and poor performance.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment within the squad, encouraging professional development through continued education opportunities.
  • Coordinated with other military branches to execute operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Brooklyn Prep High School
Brooklyn, NY
06.2013

Skills

  • Native Spanish fluency
  • Excel and Microsoft Proficient
  • Strong communication skills
  • Cultural awareness
  • Adaptability to change
  • Operational security
  • Correctional facility procedures
  • Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities

Awards

  • TDOC Heroic actions Medal
  • 3 Army Accommodation Medal
  • 2 Army Good Conduct Medal
  • 2 overseas service ribbons
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • 2 Afghanistan Campaign Medal - with 2 campaign stars
  • Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
  • Global war on terrorism service medal
  • Army Achievement Medal
  • Joint Service ribbon
  • Army COA

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Pepper ball Instructor
  • Impact munitions instructor
  • Instructor Development Course T4T
  • Unit Prevention leader
  • Transportation of Hazardous Materials
  • ASP Instructor
  • Air Assault
  • Basic leader course
  • BCOT
  • Basic combat life saver course

Timeline

Correctional Tactical Officer 1

TDOC SOU
02.2022 - Current

Correctional Officer

Deberry Special Needs
07.2021 - 02.2022

Infantry Squad leader

United States ARMY
04.2015 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Austin Peay State University

High School Diploma -

Brooklyn Prep High School

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