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Luisa Lilliana Alvarado Garcia

Providence,RI

Summary

Entry level Legal Assistant with excellent organization, detail, and time management skills, proficient in legal research, document drafting, confidentiality, and excellent communication skills in English and Spanish. Motivated, adept at working unsupervised and mastering new skills. eager to secure entry-level position in law firm to launch career and achieve company goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility
Providence, RI
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • • Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
    • Maintained order by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
    • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment.
    • Supervised prisoners during various activities, including meals, recreation, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, etc.
    • Responded to emergency situations with appropriate force measures.
    • Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in safety protocols.
    • Prepared detailed reports on daily operations.
    • Conducted regular cell inspections for evidence of drug use or prohibited items.
    • Monitored daily activities to identify suspicious behavior and conflicts.
    • Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
    • Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
    • Received property from incoming inmates and inspected items for contraband.
    • Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
    • Provided supervisors with reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances, and rule violations.

Security Supervisor

Allied Universal Security Services
Providence, RI
10.2021 - 11.2023
  • • Implemented training procedures for new hires.
    • Coordinated security operations with local law enforcement.
    • Ensured efficient work in high-risk settings.
    • Monitored and authorized access to guard against theft.
    • Responded to security threats, breaches, and emergencies.
    • Led investigations of accidents, thefts, and property loss.
    • Managed security staff schedules, minimizing overtime costs.
    • Monitored facility using CCTV and dispatch duties.
    • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
    • Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
    • Monitored property entrances and exits and employee safety.
    • Tested fire alarm systems and reviewed CCTV footage regularly.
    • Promoted collaboration within the organization.
    • Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, and discipline.
    • Developed strategies for mitigating risks associated with physical security elements.
    • Responded quickly to emergency situations.

Specialist

Disability Services Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
09.2015 - 01.2020
  • • Greeting visitors, answering phone calls, and transferring calls.
    • Scheduling appointments and exams using Microsoft Outlook Calendar and Excel.
    • Sending reminder emails about exams.
    • Picking up and delivering exams to multiple departments.
    • File student documentation and database entry.
    • Training new employees.
    • Utilizing document management system for file organization.
    • Maintaining positive staff and management relationships.
    • Handling difficult calls effectively.
    • Exercising versatility in fast-paced, agile work environments.
    • Providing technical support for complex issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages, Concentration Spanish

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
01.2021

Associate of Arts - Latin American Studies

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
01.2021

Skills

  • CCTV Experience and Operational Effectiveness
    Fluent in Spanish and English
    Skilled in conflict resolution, security screening, performance assessment, emergency response, CCTV monitoring
    Provides physical restraint training
    Offers law enforcement collaboration
    Provides CPR and child CPR training
    Experienced in non-violent intervention, facility security, and crisis management
    Trained in defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, and de-escalation techniques
  • Calendar Management
  • File Organization and Maintenance
  • Document Preparation
  • Strong Organization
  • Administrative Support
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational Skills
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Research and Analytical Skills
  • Multitasking and Efficiency
  • Confidentiality and Discretion
  • Bilingual

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility
10.2023 - 04.2024

Security Supervisor

Allied Universal Security Services
10.2021 - 11.2023

Specialist

Disability Services Rhode Island College
09.2015 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies

Rhode Island College

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Rhode Island College

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages, Concentration Spanish

Rhode Island College

Associate of Arts - Latin American Studies

Rhode Island College
Luisa Lilliana Alvarado Garcia