CRAIG Washington
EAST HARTFORD,CT
Summary
Dynamic professional administrator with a robust history of managing district operations and delivering impactful results within correctional environments. Expertise in strategic planning, resource allocation, and cultivating collaborative team dynamics drives success in achieving organizational objectives. Recognized for adaptability, reliability, and a steadfast commitment to fostering innovation in progressive and secure correctional departments. Proficient in budgeting, policy implementation, and effective stakeholder communication, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and community needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
District Administrator
State of Connecticut Department of Correction
11.2023 - Current
- Direct staff and operations of a district of the Department of Correction for the entire agency in accordance with the policies, procedures and directives of the Commissioner of Correction. Develop, implement and evaluate division policies, goals and objectives. Design and develop division programs and activities. Implement new procedures and procedural revisions. Determine appropriate staffing levels and direct management and coordination of staff. Design and implement performance review standards for division staff. Maintain contact with individuals within and outside of division who might impact policy or program activities. Lead the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection.
Correctional Warden
Garner Correctional Institution
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Designed and developed facility programs and activities. Implemented new procedures and procedural revisions. Determined appropriate staffing levels and direct management and coordination of staff. Designed and implements performance review standards for facility staff. Prepared facility budget. Maintained contacts with individuals within and outside of facility who might impact policy or program activities. Assisted in the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection. Directed staff and operations of a correctional institution, center, facility or major program area as designated in accordance with the policies, procedures and directives of the Commissioner of Correction. Develops, implements and evaluates facility policies, goals and objectives.
Correctional Deputy Warden
Northern Correctional Institution
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Oversaw the Operations, Programs and Treatment areas of the facility. In the absence of the Correctional Warden oversaw the whole facility. Oversaw the closure of this facility.
Correctional Deputy Warden
Hartford Correctional Center
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Oversaw the Programs and Treatment unit of the facility. Health Services, Religious Services, Addiction Services, Inmate Classification, Maintenance and Food Services. Also oversaw Operations in the absence of the Deputy Warden of Operations.
Correctional Counselor Supervisor
Willard-Cybulski Correctional Institution
02.2010 - 05.2019
- Unit Manager for all four (4) housing units for Willard. Inmate classification, outside clearance and visits.
Correctional Counselor Supervisor – FOI Administrator
Central Office
10.2014 - 02.2019
- Coordination of cross-agency/inter-disciplinary FOI oversight. Work in a legal capacity representing the agency in FOI Commission functions. Conduct annual FOI trainings.
Correctional Lieutenant
MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Assist the Captain in supervising officers, shift commander in absence of the Captain. New officers training and development in procedures/directives. Report coordination on operational/tactical activities. Restrain inmates, control disturbances and assist with emergencies.
Correctional Treatment Officer
MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution
04.2008 - 10.2013
- Work with cross-disciplinary staff regarding inmate behaviors and personal problems. Facilitate Anger Management groups; weekly orientations. FOI liaison. Member of SITCON-FBI certified.
Correctional Officer
Willard-Cybulski Correctional Institution
06.2005 - 04.2008
- Monitor inmate activities, conduct periodic head count, ensure inmate discipline, follow emergency protocols and maintain security.
Education
International Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01.2017
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American International College
Springfield, MA01.2010
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Crisis management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Goal setting and achievement
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Strategic planning
Affiliations
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. – Chapter President
- Boys and Girls Club Family Center – Chairperson of Board of Directors
- Springfield Longhorns - Football Coach, Pop Warner
- US Marine Corps - Team leader, Squad leader, Platoon Sergeant
Timeline
District Administrator
State of Connecticut Department of Correction
11.2023 - Current
Correctional Warden
Garner Correctional Institution
07.2021 - 11.2023
Correctional Deputy Warden
Northern Correctional Institution
10.2020 - 07.2021
Correctional Deputy Warden
Hartford Correctional Center
05.2019 - 07.2021
Correctional Counselor Supervisor – FOI Administrator
Central Office
10.2014 - 02.2019
Correctional Lieutenant
MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution
10.2013 - 10.2014
Correctional Counselor Supervisor
Willard-Cybulski Correctional Institution
02.2010 - 05.2019
Correctional Treatment Officer
MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution
04.2008 - 10.2013
Correctional Officer
Willard-Cybulski Correctional Institution
06.2005 - 04.2008
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Westfield State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American International College
International Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
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