Donald Perry Jr
Natchez,MS
Summary
Result-oriented Correctional Supervisor with significant experience in managing prison operations, enforcing disciplinary measures, and maintaining safety protocols. Showcased strengths include crisis management, staff training and development, along with proven abilities in conflict resolution and inter-departmental coordination. Previous roles involved successful implementation of reformative programs resulting in enhanced inmate behavior and overall facility productivity.
Previous experience include Juvenile and Adult Detention experience on Tactical Team for State of Louisiana. Former Shakedown officer at Louisiana State Penitentiary and Supervisor Lieutenant with much experience in segregation housing and open dormitories. Conducted contraband searches and mass inmate population movements daily.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Supervisor
Corecivic Inc.
Natchez, Ms
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
- Addressed any issues that arose during the shift in a proactive manner.
- Served as a role model for other employees by demonstrating professional behavior at all times.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify potential security risks.
- Managed incident reports and coordinated responses to emergencies effectively.
- Monitored surveillance systems for suspicious activities or breaches in security.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Investigated incidents, wrote detailed reports, and made recommendations for improvements in the security program.
- Managed inmate behavior through conflict resolution techniques.
- Provided leadership and supervision to subordinate staff.
Corrections Lieutenant
Louisiana State Penitentiary
Angola, LA
08.2018 - 12.2024
- Supervised daily operations within the facility to ensure safety and security.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in corrections management.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures among staff and inmates consistently.
- Managed incident reports, documenting issues for further review and action.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies to address conflicts among inmates effectively.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as surveillance cameras or incident reports in order to identify trends or patterns of behavior among prisoners.
- Organized recreational activities for inmates including sports programs, educational classes, and group counseling sessions.
- Responded promptly to any situations that required immediate attention such as riots or escape attempts by inmates.
- Collaborated with medical personnel when responding to health-related emergencies involving inmates.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by correctional officers for accuracy and clarity before submitting them to supervisors for approval.
- Enforced rules governing inmate behavior while ensuring that all security protocols were followed.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss operational issues, review policy changes, and provide feedback on performance.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new employees as well as conducting periodic refresher courses for existing staff.
- Advised senior management on staffing levels needed at different times throughout the day based on population numbers.
- Supervised searches of cells, common areas, visitors' areas, and restricted areas within the facility.
- Investigated inmate grievances and worked with appropriate personnel to develop resolutions.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
- Safely transported inmates to and from work sites, maintaining physical headcounts at all times.
- Supervised visitation and checked visitors for proper identification and contraband.
- Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Oversaw assigned court trips for jailers, maintaining security of staff and public.
- Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
- Conducted urinalysis tests on staff and inmates to test for illicit drugs.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
- Notified medical staff of inmates requiring medical attention and submitted proper incident reports.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
- Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
- Supervised and made cell assignments.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
- Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
- Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.
Cashier/Customer Service
Natchez Water Works
Natchez, MS
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Maintenance-As an operator Trainee, I conduct maintenance at the Natchez Water Waste Treatment Plant.
- Operate Belt Press, obtain test samples, Lab work and sending off samples every week, ensure machines operate to their full potential.
- Operate tractor in the green house to spread sludge to be turned into fertilizer.
- Inspect lift stations daily and obtain waters level numbers.
- Completes minor repairs to equipment, structures at treatment plant, and pumping or booster stations.
- Transfer chemicals hoses and repair pumps.
- Part of team that performed water street and sewer work.
Loader/ Customer Service- Operator on Forklift
Stines Lumber
Natchez, MS
08.2013 - 03.2016
- Pipe Threader, Saw Cutting, Construction and Building knowledge.
- Moving bulk loads of building materials such as rebar, wire and lumber.
Education
Associate in Health - Health
Copiah Lincoln Community College
Natchez, MS 08.2012 - 05/2015
Skills
- Incident reporting
- Staff training
- Crisis intervention
- Operational oversight
- Surveillance monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Employee mentorship
- Workplace safety
- Security protocol enforcement
- Emergency response
- Leadership skills
- Self-defense techniques
- Firearms operations trained
- Contraband control
- Suicide prevention
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis management
- Inmate transport
- Rules of conduct
- Officer training
- Disciplinary actions
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Investigation techniques
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Additional Information - Skills Qualifications
- Forklift Operator
- Customer Service
- Supervisor
- Clerk
- Team Leader
- Equipment Operator
- Construction knowledge
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lab Tech
- Hazardous Materials
- Assisted in construction repair maintenance and service of electrical utilities
- Capable of performing diagnostics for problem identification and using prior experiences to establish safest and best course of action
- Trusted to work under minimal supervision
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Shift Supervisor
Corecivic Inc.
03.2025 - Current
Corrections Lieutenant
Louisiana State Penitentiary
08.2018 - 12.2024
Cashier/Customer Service
Natchez Water Works
11.2016 - 08.2018
Loader/ Customer Service- Operator on Forklift
Stines Lumber
08.2013 - 03.2016
Associate in Health - Health
Copiah Lincoln Community College
08.2012 - 05/2015