Katherine Howard
Kenosha,WI
Summary
Resident Field Coordinator and Corrections Officer bringing 14 years in Corrections with 9 years being in Work Release including case management and supervising offenders. Remains calm under pressure and works well in fast-paced, team-based environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Field Coordinator/Correctional Officer
Lake County Sheriff's Office
02.2010 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Established productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing information sharing and cooperation.
- Increased efficiency in caseload management through the use of advanced technology tools such as electronic monitoring devices and case management software systems.
- Monitored electronic monitoring systems as needed, ensuring that offenders adhered to location restrictions set forth by the courts.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Ensured compliance with court-ordered sanctions by closely monitoring offenders adherence to conditions of release.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Built relationships with defendants and offenders, assessing personal information and case background information.
- Completed intake interviews and related paperwork.
- Administered drug and alcohol screenings for offenders.
- Served as a liaison between the courts, social service agencies, probation services, offenders and community organizations.
- Completed reports on behalf of court and associated legal entities.
- Observed residents for compliance and behavior issues.
- Provided court testimony to support court decisions.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
- Helped resolve offender issues with housing, employment and healthcare.
- Maintained accurate records of offenders progress, ensuring timely updates to relevant entities.
- Developed effective communication skills while interacting with diverse populations including offenders, their families, court personnel, and community partners.
- Provided guidance and support to offenders in securing employment, housing, and other essential resources for successful reintegration into society.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
College of Lake County
Grayslake, ILSkills
- Attention to Detail
- Offender supervision
- Report Writing
- Case Management
- Supervising residents
- Work release
- Drug Testing
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Certified in LEADS-LTFA, Illinois State Police - through October 2025.
- Licensed BAO-Breath OP - Illinois State Police- through 2025.
- Tazer and OC certified
- AED/CPR certified
Timeline
Resident Field Coordinator/Correctional Officer
Lake County Sheriff's Office
02.2010 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
College of Lake County
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