John Asmussen
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Experienced jail administrator with 25+ years leading 24-hour facility operations, supervising staff, and developing policies. Skilled in risk assessment, reporting, and staff coordination to support safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
Overview
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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Jail Commander/Administrator
Story County Sheriff's Office
Nevada, IA
07.1999 - 12.2025
- Managed the 24-hour operations of a correctional facility with 40 employees across three shifts.
- Developed and updated jail division policies and procedures to align with federal, state, and county regulations governing facility operations. Provided oversight and support to jail staff, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
- Managed the human resources functions of the facility, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of 40 correctional officers.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to address potential risks proactively.
- Compiled data from multiple sources into comprehensive reports for management review.
- Implemented new software and technology solutions to enhance office productivity.
- Supervised administrative staff, delegating tasks and managing workload distribution.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to optimize costs and efficiency.
- Assisted with yearly budget management, including financial forecasting, planning, and resource allocation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY05-1990
Skills
- Policy writing
- Facility operations
- Records management
- Budget forecasting
- Vendor negotiation
- Data reporting
- Operations oversight
- Risk assessment
- Staff supervision
- Interpersonal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Risk assessment
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogens (American Red Cross)
Timeline
Jail Commander/Administrator
Story County Sheriff's Office
07.1999 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Wyoming