Dedicated criminal justice professional with over 11 years of experience in corrections and law enforcement and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice. Brings extensive practical experience in corrections administration, leadership, crisis intervention, report writing, and employee development. Committed to creating an engaging learning environment that bridges criminal justice theory with real-world practice while preparing students for successful careers in the profession.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer/Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Portage County Sheriffs Office
Ravenna, OH
02.2024 - Current
Enforced facility regulations to maintain safety and security within correctional environments.
Managed inmate interactions, promoting rehabilitation through conflict resolution and effective communication.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement security protocols and procedures.
Trained new officers on operational standards, policies, and emergency response techniques.
Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, recommending policy improvements for enhanced facility operations.
Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
Provided guidance for new staff members as part of an ongoing training program aimed at enhancing overall team performance.
Demonstrated strong leadership abilities while serving as shift supervisor, coordinating officer assignments, resolving conflicts among staff members, and providing feedback on performance evaluations.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Booked new inmates into the facility and processed inmates for release.
Corrections Officer
Portage County Sheriffs Office
Ravenna, OH
09.2014 - 12.2023
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice: Corrections Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
07-2026
Bachelor of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
University of Akron
Akron, OH
08-2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Stark State College
Canton, OH
12-2024
Undergraduate Certificate - Police Science
Stark State College
Canton, OH
08-2024
Peace Officer Training Academy - Police Academy
Kent State University
Kent, OH
05-2023
Skills
Verbal communication
Security procedures
Emergency response
Inmate supervision
Policy enforcement
Leadership qualities
Relationship building and management
Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
Firearms proficiency
Conflict resolution skills
Correctional facility procedures
Certification
Field Training Officer (FTO) Program – Ohio Model (2026)
Individual Chemical Aerosol (OC Spray) Instructor (2025)
Modern Report Writing (2025)
Interacting with Special Needs Populations: Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder (2025)
Basic American Sign Language (ASL) for Law Enforcement (2025)
Timeline
Corrections Officer/Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Portage County Sheriffs Office
02.2024 - Current
Corrections Officer
Portage County Sheriffs Office
09.2014 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Criminal Justice: Corrections Management
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
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