Heather Harkins
Shorewood,IL
Summary
At the Will County Sheriff’s Office, I excelled as a Compliance Deputy, ensuring facility adherence to standards through meticulous policy formulation and comprehensive audits. My blend of analytical thinking and team leadership significantly enhanced operational efficiency and compliance, showcasing my ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and foster collaborative success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance Deputy
Will County Sheriff’s Office
06.2003 - 07.2024
I was responsible for maintaining facility compliance with applicable standards and laws for the Will County Adult Detention Facility. This was accomplished by writing policies and procedures and then auditing reports, logs and activities. I conducted a weekly inspection of the facility to ensure compliance with standards with all of the department heads. I also coordinated facility wide audits and inspections from various outside authorities.
Education
High School Honors Program -
05.1991
I took various general college classes at the university of Illinois at Chicago but did not complete a degree.
Skills
- Emergency response
- Decision-making
- Evidence collection
- Public relations
- Cultural awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Community engagement
- Team leadership
- Situational awareness
- Analytical thinking
- Safety protocols
- Training and mentoring
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Record keeping
Accomplishments
I have lead teams that successfully completed facility wide 6 audits through the American Correctional Association.
I am a CPR instructor.
I retired from a 21 year career in law endorsement corrections primarily in the administrative unit.
I have 30 years experience of home management. Raising two children, caring for many pets, daily cleaning and routine home improvements.
Timeline
Compliance Deputy - Will County Sheriff’s Office
06.2003 - 07.2024
Hubbard High School - High School Honors Program,
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