Experienced leader in correctional operations with over a decade at the Illinois Department of Corrections, advancing to roles including Correctional Sergeant, Correctional Lieutenant, and Shift Supervisor. Led initiatives on various committees, enhancing collaboration and operational efficiency. Noted for strategic planning and conflict resolution, fostering a productive workplace and ensuring effective team performance.
Work History
Shift Supervisor
6 Months
Illinois Department Of Corrections | 04.2026 - Current
Coordinated custody staff assignments during security rounds, ensured completion of counts, and monitored inmate movement.
Coordinated daily shift execution to maintain compliance with Illinois Department of Corrections policies and procedures.
Tracked incident report details, use-of-force documentation, and inmate behavior patterns to enable prompt, appropriate follow-up action.
Directed response workflows for disturbances and contraband discoveries, coordinating communication and actions with custody and support staff.
Directed shift operations to maintain compliance with Illinois Department of Corrections policies and procedures.
Monitored incident reports, use-of-force documentation, and inmate behavior for timely intervention.
Coordinated response to emergencies, disturbances, and contraband discoveries with custody and support staff.
Reviewed shift assignments, staffing coverage, and post orders to ensure operational continuity.
Trained correctional officers on safety practices, institutional rules, and proper report writing.
Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Correctional Lieutenant
6 Years 2 Months
Illinois Department of Corrections | 08.2020 - 10.2026
Correctional Lieutenant assignment at Pontiac Correctional Center began 8/16/2020 and continued for 3 years 10 months. Security and order were maintained through supervision of 18-20 correctional officers and sergeants across all shifts and management of multiple posts and cell houses. Operational control of assigned cell house was strengthened through daily Offender 360 monitoring, keep-separate review, grade status checks, and cell house pass issuance, with additional support for roster management, overtime equalization, shift supervision coverage, and double-celling form processing for transfers and restrictive-housing releases since November 2022.
Managed daily supervision of correctional staff, ensuring custody-procedure compliance and execution of post assignments during shift operations.
Oversaw inmate count search execution and coordinated inmate movement control procedures to ensure consistent facility security and order.
Monitored daily facility activities and enforced correctional rules and regulations to ensure safety.
Supervised correctional staff during shift operations, ensuring compliance with custody procedures and post assignments.
Directed inmate counts, searches, and movement control to maintain facility security and order.
Examined incident reports, disciplinary actions, and logbooks for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable policies.
Coordinated responses to disturbances and emergencies, documenting and managing contraband discoveries in alignment with approved security procedures.
Conducted correctional officer training covering facility rules, safety protocols, and daily operational expectations.
Tracked inmate conduct and staff interactions, identifying violations and applying corrective intervention.
Consistently demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and dedication to safety and security standards to guide subordinate staff within correctional facility.
Managed inmate and staff conflict scenarios using conflict-resolution skills, defusing tensions and maintaining facility order.
Monitored correctional facility procedures and enforced rules and regulations to ensure ongoing safety and compliance.
Shift Supervisor
6 Months
Illinois Department Of Corrections | 10.2025 - 04.2026
Oversaw custody staff assignments during security rounds, verifying inmate counts and monitoring inmate movement.
Managed structured shift briefings to communicate concerns and operational updates to administrative leadership with precise, accurate documentation.
Provided employee guidance during challenging situations, supporting problem-solving approaches to improve resolution speed and efficiency outcomes.
Defined and maintained communication channels between employees and upper management to ensure timely, effective information flow and alignment across teams.
Monitored housing units for security concerns and conducted disturbance response actions using approved correctional tactics.
Oversaw housing units, identified security concerns, and responded to disturbances to maintain facility security using approved correctional tactics.
Communicated facility status, safety risks, and priority assignments to support safe, continuous shift operations.
Developed and facilitated correctional officer training covering security procedures, de-escalation techniques, and incident response expectations.
Correctional Sergeant
1 Year 2 Months
Illinois Department of Corrections | 06.2019 - 08.2020
Oversaw correctional officer shift activities during daily operations, ensuring secure custody and adherence to established policies.
Managed inmate count coordination, escort assignments, and movement control to maintain facility security.
Assessed disturbance and emergency situations, directed staff actions, and restored operational order.
Coordinated training sessions covering procedures, safety practices, and accurate post assignment execution for correctional staff.
Communicated with shift supervisors and multidisciplinary staff to align operational inputs for decision-making.
Monitored compliance with facility rules, regulations, and procedures to maintain order and correctional facility security.
Inspected housing cells and supervised team search procedures to identify contraband or document damage.
Directed supervision of 8–10 employees, monitored task execution, and managed day-to-day oversight of 100–150 individuals in custody.
Correctional Officer
6 Years 5 Months
Illinois Department of Corrections | 01.2013 - 06.2019
Joined Illinois Department of Corrections as Correctional Officer Trainee on January 7, 2013. Completed 240-hour Training Academy program in Springfield and earned certification as Correctional Officer in June 2013. Maintained responsibility for Correctional Officer duties at Pontiac Correctional Center and Logan Correctional Center. Managed post assignments by studying duty requirements and adapting to all three work shifts at both facilities.
Tracked offender activity behavior patterns to uphold facility security and ensure enforcement of institutional rules.
Performed inmate count searches and comprehensive shakedowns to locate contraband, verify inmate presence, and maintain secure custody.
Escorted offenders during movement to court, medical, and program assignments.
Handled disturbances and emergencies by applying approved correctional procedures, including required documentation and follow-through.
Captured incidents, observations, and rule violations in detailed shift reports to ensure consistent documentation of compliance and conduct.
Disseminated security concerns and operational updates to custody and supervisory staff, ensuring alignment on operational status and risk information.
Conducted safety inspections of housing unit doors, equipment, and perimeter areas to identify hazards.
Applied de-escalation techniques to reduce escalation risk and support orderly operations.
Coordinated response to high-risk situations, maintaining professional composure and supporting safety of all involved parties.
Searched inmates’ cells to support facility security by identifying contraband and seizing prohibited items.
Ensured inmate safety by continuously monitoring behavior and delivering swift intervention to de-escalate conflicts.
Managed routine and emergency head counts to support timely response and accurate accountability.
Provided training support for new correctional officers to maintain consistent use of best practices and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma - General
Prairie Central High School | Fairbury, Illinois | 05-2005
Heartland Community College, Bloomington , Illinois
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