Jennifer Kanavy

• Assisted patrons with seating by giving directions and instructions.
• Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
• Reported maintenance or equipment issues for fast resolution to minimize downtime.
• Monitored entrance and exit of venue to guarantee safety of guests.

My duties, maintaining file accountability of Judgement and Commitment files. Composed detainer action letters to other law enforcement agencies, confirmed detainers, utilized NCIC for possible warrants and pending charges as well as criminal history. I performed sentence computation depending upon what type of each inmate serving such as (CCCA, Old Law, District of Columbia cases, and state boarders. I was a liaison with the U.S. District Courts and the U.S. Attorney's Office. I prepared release paper work for individuals transitioning back into the community. I have prepared State and Federal Writs, scheduling transportation times and dates and maintaining a calendar of all inmates that were out on temporary release. I processed U.S. Mail coming into and leaving the facility.I documented and distributed all certified mail in accordance with policy. I managed a diverse case load. I have been acting Supervisor on many occasions, supervising thirteen other Correctional Systems Staff. I have received numerous awards for my performanc.

• Reviewed monthly operations to assess compliance with budgets and determine necessary adjustments for future plans.
• Identified and monitored budget expenses for accuracy and signs of fraud.
• Created and updated expenditure reports in [Software].
• Monitored and reported budgetary discrepancies to corporate senior management to maximize reporting efficiency and finalized spending plans.
• Generated annual budget forecasting information for executive and corporate reports.
• Compiled statistical data after each month-end closing.
• Worked with human resources to assess labor patterns and hiring requirements.
• Provided Customer Service and support for all the departments in the institution.

Duties and Experience, performed accounting techniques such as cashier ledgers, reconciling inmate payments, generating reports, balancing daily trust fund reports, and end of the month Financial Management procedures as well as end of year Fiscal year procedures. I worked on many Accounting and Financial Management programs, such as FMIS, Pacer Tracer, Fund Control. I processed inmate payroll and processed reimbursements.

• Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
• Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
• Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
• Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
• Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
• Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
• Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
• Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
• Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
• Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
• Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
• Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
• Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
• Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
• Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
• Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
• Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
• Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
• Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
• Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
• Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
• Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
• Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
• Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
• Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
• Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
• Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
• Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.