Destiny Fisher
Gonzales
Summary
Correctional management professional, prepared to enhance facility operations. Proven ability to implement effective security measures and streamline processes. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Expertise in conflict resolution and crisis management with reliable and flexible approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Captain
Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
11.2015 - Current
- Directed daily operations of a 1,900-bed medium–maximum security facility, ensuring compliance with Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections policies and ACA standards.
- Supervised and scheduled a team of 8 lieutenants, 20 sergeants, and 180 correctional officers, providing leadership, training, and performance evaluations to maintain a safe and professional environment.
- Oversaw security protocols, inmate counts, and emergency response plans, achieving a record of zero major disturbances for three consecutive years.
- Coordinated with mental health, medical, and classification staff to support rehabilitation programs while maintaining strict custody and control.
- Led critical incident management including lockdowns, evacuations, and contraband interdiction, reducing serious infractions by 25 % year over year.
- Managed investigations into staff or inmate misconduct, prepared detailed reports, and presented findings for disciplinary hearings.
- Implemented enhanced staff development and crisis-de-escalation training, improving officer retention by 15 % and reducing use-of-force incidents by 30 %.
- Monitored budgets, overtime, and resource allocation to maintain cost-effective operations without compromising security standards.
- Served as key liaison with local law enforcement, emergency responders, and state officials to ensure coordinated security efforts.
Night Manager
Racetrac
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Supervised overnight operations for a high-volume convenience store and fuel center, ensuring smooth shift transitions and adherence to company policies.
- Managed and coached a team of 5 overnight associates, assigning tasks, providing training, and conducting performance check-ins.
- Oversaw cash handling and end-of-day reconciliation, preparing nightly deposits averaging $12,000 with 100 % accuracy.
- Maintained inventory control, completing nightly counts and reducing shrink by 18 % through proactive monitoring and loss-prevention measures.
- Delivered excellent customer service, resolving escalated issues and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment during late-night hours.
- Monitored fuel pumps and forecourt areas for compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Coordinated nightly deliveries, restocking, and merchandising to meet morning readiness goals.
- Implemented security protocols, including surveillance checks and incident reporting, resulting in zero major safety incidents during tenure.
Lead Teacher
Pierson Brilliant Minds Learning Academy
02.2012 - 09.2012
- Planned and delivered developmentally appropriate curriculum for children ages 3–5, integrating early literacy, math readiness, and social-emotional learning.
- Supervised and mentored a team of 4 assistant teachers and classroom aides, providing coaching, feedback, and ongoing professional development.
- Designed individualized learning plans (ILPs) to meet diverse student needs, resulting in measurable growth in language and pre-reading skills.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing, health, and safety regulations, consistently passing inspections with zero deficiencies.
- Fostered strong family partnerships by conducting quarterly parent-teacher conferences, sharing progress reports, and coordinating at-home learning activities.
- Implemented positive behavior guidance strategies that reduced classroom disruptions and built a respectful, inclusive environment.
- Introduced hands-on STEM activities and sensory play to enhance problem-solving and fine-motor development.
- Managed classroom budgets and ordering of educational materials, ensuring resources were available while staying within spending limits.
- Organized school-wide events and enrichment programs (e.g., literacy nights, cultural celebrations) to strengthen community engagement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carville Job Corps Center
Carville, LA03.2011
Skills
- Team leadership
- Logistics management
- Safety management
- Staff training and development
- Effective communication
- Analytical problem solving
Timeline
Corrections Captain
Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
11.2015 - Current
Night Manager
Racetrac
06.2013 - 10.2015
Lead Teacher
Pierson Brilliant Minds Learning Academy
02.2012 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Carville Job Corps Center
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