JUANITA SHARPE
Metter,GA
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Unit Manager, skilled in providing exceptional security monitoring, knowledge of surveillance protocols. Focused and detail-oriented with proven history of mitigating risks and utilizing reasoned decision-making in high-pressure situations. Confident Unit Manager, successful at making critical decisions quickly and effectively. Adept at meeting security challenges calmly and rationally. Tier Unit Manager identifies safety threats and finds workable solutions. Unit Manager with more than 24 years at a level five facility with the most violent and dangerous offenders in Georgia.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Tier I/II Unit Manager
Georgia Department of Corrections
Forsyth, GA
06.2018 - Current
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with offenders
- Responded to emergency calls to staff in need
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities
- Enforced rules, procedures and policies to assist with management of incarcerated population
- Worked with corrections officers to intervene in tense or hostile situations
- Inspected housing and common use facilities for safety, cleanliness and security
- Preserved inmates' legal rights through training and interventions with correctional officers
- Managed 10 correctional officers and 450 of Georgia's most violent offenders at Smith State Prison
Correctional Captain
Georgia State Prison
Reidsville, GA
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior
- Supervised 30-40 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1500 offenders
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Worked well with team setting, providing support and guidance
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Managed time efficiently to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Correctional Lieutenant
Georgia State Prison
Reidsville, GA
06.2011 - 01.2015
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Supervised 30-40 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1500 offenders
Correctional Recruitment Sergeant
Georgia State Prison
Reidsville, GA
11.2008 - 02.2011
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Supervised 20 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1500 offenders
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Correctional Officer
Georgia State Prison
Reidsville, GA
11.1999 - 01.2008
- 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, mealtime, 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
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments
- 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
Education
Bachelor's BSCJ - Criminal Justice
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL09.2018
Associate's ASCJ - Criminal Justice
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL07.2017
Skills
- Safety and security
- Gang knowledge
- Surveillance
- Crime Prevention
- File and records management
- Emergency Management
- Witness interviews
- Weapons training
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Case Planning and Management
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Individualized Care Plans
- Wellness Checks
- Calm Under Pressure
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Verbal Communication
- Communication
- Training & Development
- Organizational Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Tier I/II Unit Manager
Georgia Department of Corrections
06.2018 - Current
Correctional Captain
Georgia State Prison
06.2015 - 06.2018
Correctional Lieutenant
Georgia State Prison
06.2011 - 01.2015
Correctional Recruitment Sergeant
Georgia State Prison
11.2008 - 02.2011
Correctional Officer
Georgia State Prison
11.1999 - 01.2008
Bachelor's BSCJ - Criminal Justice
American InterContinental University
Associate's ASCJ - Criminal Justice
American InterContinental University
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