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Education
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Certification
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Idella Williams

BREAUX BRIDGE,LA

Summary

Resilient leader with a proven history of guiding teams and managing complex projects to achieve strategic objectives. Expertise in developing streamlined processes that uphold high standards while aligning team efforts with organizational goals. Experienced Bailiff adept at courtroom security and maintaining order during judicial proceedings, leveraging strong communication and conflict resolution skills to navigate tense situations effectively. In-depth knowledge of legal procedures and protocols ensures a professional and secure courtroom environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Bailiff

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2024 - Current
  • Assist judges during hearings, providing timely information and maintaining order in the courtroom.
  • Screened persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines and other devices.
  • Call court to order and announced judge entrances.
  • Escort jurors, visitors, and inmates into courtroom.
  • Supervise inmates to prevent any interactions with public during transport and within the courtroom.
  • Enhanced courtroom security by conducting thorough screenings and monitoring visitor behavior.
  • Checked identification of state employees, law enforcement officers, and attorneys.
  • Exercised practical judgment in unusual or emergent situations.
  • Complete scene arrests for violations of criminal statute on district court property.
  • Upheld the integrity of the judicial system by ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality rules when handling sensitive information about ongoing cases or litigants involved.

Operations Lieutenant

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
07.2018 - 08.2024
  • Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors and employees for signs of suspicious behavior
  • Supervised several departments, consisting of Disciplinary Hearings, Mail Management, Classifications and Special Operations with over 26 employees and performed various tasks and managed 679 offenders
  • Responded to calls in both routine and emergency and followed up on any unusual behavior
  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to appropriate personnel
  • Ensured adherence to all institutional policies and procedure
  • In 2020-21, I was tasked with developing and implementing a mobile device aimed at making deputies' jobs easier. Fast forward to July of 2021, and we successfully launched NoteActive a real- time documentation digital platform on a mobile device at the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center.This improved communication among departments and promoted enhancing collaboration and efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained operational protocols to enhance safety and compliance standards across the organization.
  • Coordinated multi-agency operations for complex cases, sharing information efficiently while protecting sensitive data.
  • Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
  • Assisted in budget planning and management, allocating resources strategically for optimal department performance.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to enhance inmate rehabilitation programs and reduce recidivism rates.
  • Led team meetings to review policies, procedures, and best practices for maintaining order within the facility.
  • Analyzed data related to inmate populations to inform resource allocation and improve operational efficiency.
  • Supported court proceedings by providing detailed documentation of inmate behavior; facilitating communication between legal representatives, judges, and related parties involved in each case.
  • Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
  • Planned and implemented disaster management strategies such as evacuation plans and shelter management.
  • Created, managed, and executed departments plan and communicated agencies vision and objectives to motivate subordinates.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and implemented ways to improve areas of weakness.
  • Established clear expectations for staff members through effective communication and goal setting techniques.
  • Developed strategic plans to achieve departmental goals, aligning resources and personnel effectively.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.

Intake Lieutenant

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
02.2017 - 07.2018
  • Created and maintained arrest files on all inmates processed through jail
  • Managed 30 Intake Deputies and about 700 offenders at Lafayette Parish Correctional Center
  • Developed staff and identified training needs to close knowledge and process gaps
  • Ensured adherence to all institutional policies and procedures
  • Coordinated activities by scheduling work assignments and setting priorities
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge
  • Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations
  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to personnel
  • Coordinated transfers of DOC and USM inmates in and out of the facility
  • Liaison between the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office and the U.S.Marshall Service
  • Analyzed crime trends using data-driven approaches to develop effective policing strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on industry best practices and emerging trends in law enforcement.
  • Collaborated with multiple departments to develop effective strategies for case management and resource allocation.
  • Assisted in budget planning and management, allocating resources strategically for optimal department performance.
  • Coordinated multi-agency operations for complex cases, sharing information efficiently while protecting sensitive data.

Intake/ Transportation Sergeant

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
03.2015 - 02.2017
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge
  • Supervised 30 employees and performance of tasks and managed about 700 offenders
  • Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees
  • Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situation
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility
  • Assisted with inmate counts and searches for missing inmates
  • Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors and employees for signs of suspicious behavior
  • Assisted in the transportation of inmates between facilities, ensuring their safety during transfers while maintaining strict adherence to all security protocols.
  • Supported court proceedings by providing detailed documentation of inmate behavior; facilitating communication between legal representatives, judges, and related parties involved in each case.
  • Assisted with inmate release procedures by verifying completion of necessary paperwork, ensuring return of personal belongings, and coordinating transportation arrangements as needed.
  • Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Work Crew Supervisor

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
03.2009 - 03.2015
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Enhanced safety within the correctional facility through diligent monitoring of inmates and their activities.
  • Transported inmates safely to court appearances, medical appointments, or other off-site locations as required.
  • Supervised inmate activities, ensuring adherence to schedules and promoting orderly conduct.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment to identify safety hazards or maintenance needs.

Correctional Deputy

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
12.2005 - 03.2009
  • Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention
  • Completed housing unit sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management
  • Supervised inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls
  • Searched building and grounds, housing units and work areas for contraband
  • Operated with high integrity, built trust, and earned sustained credibility with internal and external personnel
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility
  • Prepared comprehensive written reports to document inmate disturbances and injuries
  • Led inmate work crews completing maintenance, and operations activities
  • Developed incident reports detailing observations, actions taken, and outcomes for administrative review.
  • Mediated conflicts between inmates to promote a safe environment within the correctional facility.
  • Displayed strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks and responding to emergencies as they arose.
  • Improved inmate behavior by consistently enforcing facility rules and regulations.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with best practices in corrections management and security procedures.
  • Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches
  • Conducted thorough cell searches, resulting in the discovery and confiscation of contraband items.
  • Documented inmate behavior patterns over time, enabling identification of trends that may require intervention or support from mental health professionals or case managers.
  • Transported inmates safely to court appearances, medical appointments, or other off-site locations as required.
  • Managed daily inmate counts accurately to maintain accountability for all individuals housed within the facility.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
  • Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.

Medical Clerk

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
09.2004 - 12.2005
  • Managed patient records to ensure compliance with confidentiality regulations.
  • Coordinated scheduling for medical appointments and court appearances, improving operational efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by securely storing sensitive patient information both physically and electronically.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining a systematic filing system for medical documents.
  • Prepared patient charts, pre-admissions and consent forms as necessary.
  • Facilitated patient referrals to specialists, expediting the process and improving overall continuity of care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
  • Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
  • Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
  • Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
  • Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
  • Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
  • Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
  • Processed and tracked requests for medical records from external organizations.


Intake Jail Clerk

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
06.2003 - 09.2004
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs
  • Created and maintained arrest files on all inmates processed through jail
  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel
  • Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution
  • Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge
  • Received incoming calls and messages and addressed or triaged phone requests
  • Documented meeting minutes and distributed to staff to facilitate follow-up and permanent record

Education

High School Diploma -

Breaux Bridge High School
Breaux Bridge, LA
4 2000

Skills

  • Mental health training

  • Adaptability to change

  • Fitness training

  • Firearms proficiency

  • Courtroom procedures

  • First aid and CPR

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Inmate supervision

  • Adaptability and flexibility

  • Effective communication

  • Time management abilities

  • Report writing

  • Prisoner transport

  • Arrest procedures

  • Legal compliance

  • Radio communication

  • Active listening

  • Professional demeanor

  • Integrity and honesty

  • De-escalation techniques

  • Assertiveness

Accomplishments

  • Specialist Certification in Gangs and Organized Crime National Gang Conference (NGCRC) Chicago, Illinois in 2023
  • FBI-LEEDA Supervisor Leadership Institute June 2021
  • FBI-LEEDA Executive Leadership Institute October 2021
  • FBI-LEEDA Command Leadership Institute September 2022
  • FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award September 2022
  • Graduate of Class #50 of the National Jail Leadership Command Academy at Sam Houston State University Huntsville,Texas June 2024
  • Collaborated with team of 3 in the successful development of NoteActive in 2021.
  • Achieved multiple Gang and Security Threat Group certifications and training through the Department of Justice,Regional Counterdrug Training Academy, National Gang Crime Research Center, Jailcon, and Webinars just to name a few which effectively help manage the rise in gang activity in our correctional facility.

Certification

  • Doppler Traffic Radar Operation Certification
  • ALETA Certified 2006 to current-POST Level 1
  • Monadnock Defensive Tactics System (MDTS)
  • Monadnock Expandable Baton (MEB)
  • Controlled Force Instructor for 2 years
  • First Aid First Responder Certification
  • Correctional Officer Certified - POST level 3
  • Completed ASIST workshop - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training(suicide first aid ) February of 2024
  • Gang and STG Training - Multiple certifications

Corrections Training

  • Over 2000 hours of Corrections training
  • Attended multiple DOC and Jail Conferences within the state hosted by Louisiana Sheriff Association (LSA) and American Jail Association(AJA)
  • Jailcon Southern Regional Conference
  • Attended North American of Warden and Superintendents (NAAWS) Conference in Tennessee

Timeline

Deputy Bailiff

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2024 - Current

Operations Lieutenant

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
07.2018 - 08.2024

Intake Lieutenant

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
02.2017 - 07.2018

Intake/ Transportation Sergeant

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
03.2015 - 02.2017

Work Crew Supervisor

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
03.2009 - 03.2015

Correctional Deputy

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
12.2005 - 03.2009

Medical Clerk

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
09.2004 - 12.2005

Intake Jail Clerk

Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office
06.2003 - 09.2004

High School Diploma -

Breaux Bridge High School

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