Curtis Stephenson

This position performs correctional work, maintains order, and supervises offenders at the El Dorado Correctional Facility ensuring that order, discipline, and secure and sanitary conditions are established and maintained in all areas and during all activities throughout the facility. The CSI serves as a first line supervisor for COI’s and COII’s assigned to the living unit or as a relief OIC, providing leadership, guidance, and assistance. The incumbent provides on-the-job training and oversight of work performance; completes or oversees shakedowns, offender searches, enforces policies, rules and regulations for offenders and staff; responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans; completes or assists with disciplinary hearings; provides supervision and feedback to assigned subordinate staff, submits and/or reviews reports and logs as required.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise, maintain discipline and control of residents at all times.
• Shake down physical areas of the facility and perform pat downs of residents to prevent and control the secreting of contraband.
• Applies mechanical restraints when necessary.
• Observes resident activity and interactions in the area of responsibility while enforcing policies, rules and regulations.
• Conduct and report periodic counts of residents.
• Reports incidents and behavior that deviate from the resident’s general profile or that could cause an immediate problem.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans.

A Corrections Officer II is responsible for assisting with the public safety by exercising safe and effective containment and supervision of offenders, by managing offenders in the community, and by actively encouraging and assisting offenders to become law-abiding citizens. This position is full performance corrections work involving control and supervision of adult male felons in a correctional facility. Duties involve enforcement of rules and regulations’ controlling offenders in living, work or recreational areas; ensuring safety and security of staff offenders, and the public; and serving as the officer-in-charge.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise, maintain discipline and control of residents at all times.
• Shake down physical areas of the facility and perform pat downs of residents to prevent and control the secreting of contraband.
• Applies mechanical restraints when necessary.
• Observes resident activity and interactions in the area of responsibility while enforcing policies, rules and regulations.
• Conduct and report periodic counts of residents.
• Reports incidents and behavior that deviate from the resident’s general profile or that could cause an immediate problem.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans.

• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
• Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
• Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
• Managed team of 50 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
• Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
• Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
• Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
• Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.

A Corrections Officer II is responsible for assisting with the public safety by exercising safe and effective containment and supervision of offenders, by managing offenders in the community, and by actively encouraging and assisting offenders to become law-abiding citizens. This position is full performance corrections work involving control and supervision of adult male felons in a correctional facility. Duties involve enforcement of rules and regulations’ controlling offenders in living, work or recreational areas; ensuring safety and security of staff offenders, and the public; and serving as the officer-in-charge.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise, maintain discipline and control of residents at all times.
• Shake down physical areas of the facility and perform pat downs of residents to prevent and control the secreting of contraband.
• Applies mechanical restraints when necessary.
• Observes resident activity and interactions in the area of responsibility while enforcing policies, rules and regulations.
• Conduct and report periodic counts of residents.
• Reports incidents and behavior that deviate from the resident’s general profile or that could cause an immediate problem.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans.

Supervises and maintains discipline and control of resident's at all times. Performs searches of resident's person and physical areas in order to prevent and control secretion or contraband. Observes and monitors resident's activities and interactions while enforcing policy, rules and regulations. Follows established security procedure in controlling visitors, staff, resident and vehicular traffic to prevent the admittance or exit of unauthorized persons and the introductions of contraband. Takes and reports periodic counts of residents. Responds to emergency situations on accordance with appropriate contingency plans. Subject to regular rotation of post and/or shift assignment within the facility. Corrections Officers are required to weapons qualify under KDOC guidelines during initial training and on an annual basis.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise, maintain discipline and control of residents at all times.
• Shake down physical areas of the facility and perform pat downs of residents to prevent and control the secreting of contraband.
• Applies mechanical restraints when necessary.
• Observes resident activity and interactions in the area of responsibility while enforcing policies, rules and regulations.
• Conduct and report periodic counts of residents.
• Reports incidents and behavior that deviate from the resident’s general profile or that could cause an immediate problem.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with appropriate contingency plans.

• Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
• Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
• Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
• Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
• Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
• Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
• Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
• Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
• Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
• Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
• Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
• Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
• Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
• Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
• Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
• Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships between team members through team-building activities and consistent recognition of individual achievements.
• Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
• Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
• Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
• Oversaw loss prevention efforts, minimizing shrinkage by implementing effective security measures and training staff on proper procedures.