Jennifer Smith
Hesperia,MI
Summary
Ethical Corrections Deputy with many years of experience handling inmates in minimum and maximum security correctional institution. In-depth knowledge of inmate rights and defensive tactics, unarmed takedown methods, and deescalation strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Deputy
Oceana County Sheriff’s Office
11.2019 - Current
- Supervise inmate activities and movements within the facility
- Implemented standards for safety and efficiency
- Ensured security by constant CCTV observation
- Managed inmate admissions using multiple applications
- Livescan
- SMRS
- JMS
- AS400
- Command (inmate billing)
- ImageNet
- Securus (phone monitoring)
- Conducted searches for contraband and weapons.
- Enforced safety protocols to ensure security of the institution.
- Coordinated with medical staff to provide necessary care to inmates.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations or disturbances that arose.
- Assisted in maintaining order during recreation activities and meal times.
- Investigated incidents involving inmates, wrote reports, and submitted evidence as required.
- Trained new personnel on policies, practices, and procedures related to corrections operations.
- Attended training sessions on relevant topics such as safety techniques, communication strategies.
Co-owner
Smith’s Livestock Hauling
01.2016 - Current
- Manage financial records and licensing requirements
- Ensured adherence to UCR, MC, DOT, BOC3, and CVED biennial updates
- Guaranteed adherence to legal standards for interstate commerce.
- Generated invoices to ensure timely payments
- Completed Bill of Lading documentation for each auto
- Assumed driving duties based on situational demands
Dairy/Beef Farmer
Owner-Operator
Hesperia, MI
01.1993 - Current
- Handled nutrition management, cleaning schedules, and product ordering.
- Managed farm financial records and bookkeeping.
- Implemented MDARD protocols to maintain high milk quality
- Collaborated with Veterinarian, Nutritionist, and dairy rep
- Acquired several qualifications from specialized milker education
- Successfully completed specialized training in calf care offered by Land-O-Lakes.
- Accredited by MMPA for proficiency in the National Dairy Farmers Animal Program
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Implemented cost-saving measures across departments while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
- Planned and implemented crop rotation schedules to maximize soil fertility.
- Sowed seeds, planted seedlings, and transplanted crops by hand or with mechanized equipment.
- Monitored growth of crops and weeds, applying herbicides as needed.
- Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
- Recorded information such as production costs, yields, grades, moisture content, and other data related to crop production.
- Conducted soil tests to determine nutrient levels; added fertilizers or amendments as needed.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
- Evaluated animals' health condition; administered medications when necessary.
- Provided routine care for livestock including feeding, watering, herding, branding, castrating .
- Observed animals during birthing process; assisted as needed; monitored newborns' health status.
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
- Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
- Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems, and farming processes.
- Inspected facilities daily to comply with health, sanitation and safety standards and maintain agricultural biodiversity across farm.
- Segregated animals according to weight, age, and physical condition.
- Managed crop production operations, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
- Monitored crop growth and health, implementing interventions as needed.
Receiving and Discharge Officer
North Lake Correctional Facility
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Ensure streamlined operations for both receiving and discharging functions
- Completed intake documentation for inmates accurately
- Confirmed proper identification for both arrivals and departures
- Processed new detainees through fingerprint identification
- Organized and maintained inventory records for inmates
- Kept comprehensive logs of prisoner data current
- Recorded jail data within the Sentry platform
- Ensured the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials through the enforcement of safety protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations by dispatching appropriate personnel to address the incident.
Corrections Deputy (part-time)
Mason County Sheriff’s Office
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Supervised inmate activities within the facility
- Maintained compliance with established protocols.
- Conducted regular reviews of security footage to ensure safety
- Utilized multiple software applications for inmate booking
- Gather DNA samples for processing at FBI laboratory
- Conducted substance screenings for Probation and Parole
- Successfully obtained LEIN credentials through Mason County
- Assisted in the supervision of inmates within a correctional facility.
- Conducted searches for contraband and weapons.
- Provided guidance to inmates regarding procedures and regulations.
- Coordinated with medical staff to provide necessary care to inmates.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations or disturbances that arose.
- Assisted in maintaining order during recreation activities and meal times.
- Attended training sessions on relevant topics such as safety techniques, communication strategies.
Temporary Duty Officer
North East New Mexico Detention Facility
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Assigned to assist during facility transition to the state of New Mexico under GEO group's management
- Served in the capacity of Master Control Officer
- Ensured facility security from central control station
- Maintained accurate data records
- Managed all incoming facility communications
- Managed facility keys inventory with high accuracy
- Operated advanced computer systems for facility surveillance
- Responded to emergency calls and dispatched appropriate personnel and equipment.
- Monitored radio communications, tracked personnel locations, and maintained records of activities.
- Directed staff during incidents to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Conducted daily shift briefings to review tasks and provide updates on ongoing projects.
- Maintained communication links with other departments, including public works, fire, police.
- Directed entire staff in emergency situations, ensuring safety protocols followed
Remote Vending Tech
Detroit Vending (Sodexo)
04.2016 - 07.2019
- Collected deposits and ordered product
- Resolved problems without direct supervision from Romulus, MI
- Maintained productivity outside traditional office environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Shelby High School
Shelby, MI01.1993
Criminal Justice
Baker Community College
Muskegon, MICertificate in Corrections -
West Shore Community College
Scottville, MISkills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Bookkeeping
- Timely Data Processing
- Filing
- Clerical Responsibilities
- Product Inventory Management
- Product Procurement
- Document Product Logs
- Vehicle Assessment
- Livestock Assessment
- Animal Care
- Policy Enforcement
- Firearms proficiency
- Radio communication
- Understanding of defensive tactics
- First-aid and CPR
Certification
- CPR certified
- First aid certified
- PPCT certificate
- Certificate of Corrections training from GEO Group
- Passing scores on the Law Enforcement Exam given in Lansing
- Taser Certified
References
- Lt. Mark Schneider, Jail Administrator, Oceana County Jail, Hart, MI, (231) 873-2121, Professional
- Hope Burmeister, Office Manager, Dolphin Recycling, Corpus Christi, TX, (361) 563-5478, Personal
- Connie Ankny, Homemaker, Hesperia, MI, (231) 571-4499, Personal
- Roni McClernan, Home health Care Giver, Hesperia, MI, (231) 760-3950, Personal
Activities
- Horseback riding
- Hiking
- Big lake fishing
- Kayaking
- Crafting
- Snowmobiling
- Traveling
- Reading
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Canning
- Crafting homemade soap
- Horseback riding
- Hiking
- Traveling
- Snowmobiling
- Skiing
- Reading
Timeline
Corrections Deputy
Oceana County Sheriff’s Office
11.2019 - Current
Temporary Duty Officer
North East New Mexico Detention Facility
08.2019 - 08.2019
Receiving and Discharge Officer
North Lake Correctional Facility
07.2019 - 11.2019
Corrections Deputy (part-time)
Mason County Sheriff’s Office
02.2019 - 11.2019
Remote Vending Tech
Detroit Vending (Sodexo)
04.2016 - 07.2019
Co-owner
Smith’s Livestock Hauling
01.2016 - Current
Dairy/Beef Farmer
Owner-Operator
01.1993 - Current
- CPR certified
- First aid certified
- PPCT certificate
- Certificate of Corrections training from GEO Group
- Passing scores on the Law Enforcement Exam given in Lansing
- Taser Certified
High School Diploma -
Shelby High School
Criminal Justice
Baker Community College
Certificate in Corrections -
West Shore Community College
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