Joseph Woods
Pleasureville,KY
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with over twenty years experience with a strong background in oversight of correctional operations. Known for a detailed approach to problem solving, enhancing both safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Warden
Kentucky Correctional Institution for Women
Pewee Valley, KY
06.2020 - 12.2024
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
- Supervised the Maintenance Department, managed institutional building projects to include: window replacement in the Main Building, roof replacement on the Administration Building, HVAC installation in the Minimum Security Unit, and transfer of the waste water treatment plant to MSD.
- Oversaw the training department for staff, enhanced team performance for annual training as well as new employee training.
- Conducted regular tours of the facility to communicate with staff and identify areas for improvement.
- Oversaw the security department of the facility. Worked closely with the Major to ensure staff coverage was adequate for each shift.
- Conducted meetings with the Major and Shift Captains to ensure shift needs were met.
Administrative Branch Manager
Kentucky Correctional Industries
Frankfort, Ky
09.2016 - 05.2020
- Led operational oversight of nine correctional industry locations throughout the state, ensuring compliance with policy and procedure, safety regulations and production deadlines.
- Assisted the Finance Department to manage the Correctional Industries budget.
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure for the Correctional Industries Enhancement Certification Program.
- Worked with Operations Managers to streamline production processes, to improve workflow and reduce turnaround times.
- Detailed as Acting Director for extended time periods on two separate occasions.
Operations Manager
Kentucky Correctional Industries/KCIW
Pewee Valley, KY
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Oversaw the daily operations of Braille Services, Bulk Mail Services, Bar soap production, Correct Pac production and document warehousing. Managed the daily workflows, enhancing efficiency across each production area.
- Hired inmates for work purposes, fostering skill development while providing a safe working environment.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring compliance with each production area.
- Oversaw inventory management systems utilizing the Great Plains Inventory Management System, optimizing resource allocation and reducing waste.
- Worked closely with institutional staff regarding institutional schedules and inmate programming.
Production Supervisor
Kentucky Correctional Industries/KSR
LaGrange, Ky
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Oversaw daily production operations of the Welding Department, Metal Fabrication and License Plate Production, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow schedules, resourced raw materials for products for operational efficiency.
- Oversaw the training of inmates on equipment usage and safety protocols, improving safety and performance.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production output and reduced waste.
Education
Ministry
Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
Pineville, KY12-2022
High School Diploma -
Henry County High School
New Castle, Ky05-2000
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Security protocols
- Crisis management
- Correctional operations
- Workplace safety
- Policy enforcement
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Effective communicator
- Security procedures
- Reporting and documentation
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician Certification #1051809
Timeline
Deputy Warden
Kentucky Correctional Institution for Women
06.2020 - 12.2024
Administrative Branch Manager
Kentucky Correctional Industries
09.2016 - 05.2020
Operations Manager
Kentucky Correctional Industries/KCIW
09.2014 - 09.2016
Production Supervisor
Kentucky Correctional Industries/KSR
10.2012 - 09.2014
Ministry
Clear Creek Baptist Bible College
High School Diploma -
Henry County High School
2019 Deputy Commissioner Award
Received this award for the oversight and management, as the Acting Director, of the Correctional Industries Division.