Alisa Zanders
Mcrae Helena,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every individual a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Sergeant
Telfair County Jail
McRae, GA
12.2017 - Current
- Supervising: Overseeing the work of assigned personnel including detention officers
- Maintaining security: Ensuring the safety of staff and inmates, and maintaining security of the jail.
- Managing operations: Plan, organize, and coordinate the work of the jail, including the booking, care, and release of inmates
- Handling emergencies: Respond to medical and security emergencies, and resolve inmate behavior problems.
- Maintaining records: Prepare and process reports, and maintain accurate records
- Training: Train and orient new staff and provide performance appraisals
- Enforcing policies: Interpret and apply policies and procedures and enforce them as needed
- Assisting with administrative tasks: Assist the jail Administrator with task such as making schedules, reviewing reports, and compiling payroll data
- Performing searches: Conduct cell searches and search incoming inmates for contraband
- Performing other duties: Perform the duties of a deputy sheriff, or act as a desk officer
Commissary Clerk
Telfair County Jail
McRae, GA
12.2017 - Current
- Fill commissary requests for goods from inmates in a timely manner.
- Keep accurate transactions records of inmate request for commissary
- Ensure all commissary requests are processed and ready for distribution by the officers
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor
Substitute Teacher
Telfair Board Of Education
Mcrae, GA
06.1987 - 12.2017
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Developed and enforced behavioral management plans.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Prepared and delivered instructional materials suited to varied learning levels.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Correctional Officer 11
Milan State Prison
Milan, GA
03.1994 - 06.1999
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Served as liaison between families of inmates ensuring they were kept informed about their loved ones' progress in custody.
- Collaborated with outside agencies such as social workers, psychologists, probation officers., when necessary.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
- Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
- Coordinated activities with inmates to stimulate learning and skill development for life after incarceration.
- Conducted searches of inmates and visitors to prevent the smuggling of contraband.
- Assisted in the processing of new inmates, including taking photographs, collecting personal information, and explaining facility rules.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and court personnel regarding inmate transportation and legal proceedings.
- Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
- Implemented rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing recidivism among inmates.
- Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Served as a role model for inmates by demonstrating positive behavior and promoting educational and vocational training programs.
- Maintained detailed logs of inmate behavior, incidents, and daily activities.
- Escorted inmates within the facility, including to and from cells, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
- Participated in the development and implementation of escape prevention plans and emergency evacuation procedures.
- Managed conflict and negotiated resolutions between inmates to prevent violence and ensure the safety of all individuals in the facility.
- Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
- Provided first response medical care in emergency situations until professional medical staff could take over.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Facilitated communication between inmates and facility staff, including relaying requests and grievances.
- Responded to emergencies and incidents, such as fights or attempted escapes, using appropriate restraint techniques.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Trained new correctional officers on facility procedures, safety protocols, and the ethical treatment of inmates.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Maintained records of prisoners' identification and charges.
- Served meals and dispensed medications to inmates.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
- Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
- Conducted investigations of crimes committed within prison.
Education
High School Diploma -
Telfair County High School
Mcrae GA06-1987
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CASome College (No Degree) - Microcomputer Computer Specialist Program
Heart Of Georgia Technical College
Dublin GASkills
- Time Management
- Planning
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Interpersonal Communication
- First Aid/CPR
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Staff Sergeant
Telfair County Jail
12.2017 - Current
Commissary Clerk
Telfair County Jail
12.2017 - Current
Correctional Officer 11
Milan State Prison
03.1994 - 06.1999
Substitute Teacher
Telfair Board Of Education
06.1987 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Telfair County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Ashford University
Some College (No Degree) - Microcomputer Computer Specialist Program
Heart Of Georgia Technical College
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