Katura Smith
ALLIED UNIVERSAL SERVICES
Pembroke Pines,Florida
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
Experienced Correctional Corporal and Security Supervisor with over 20 years in leading teams and ensuring safety in correctional and private security environments. Skilled in supervising personnel, coordinating staffing, managing payroll, and responding to emergencies. Focused on fostering accountability and teamwork while maintaining high service standards.
Work History
Correctional Officer
7 Months- Provided direct supervision of 100+ inmates at all times to maintain order.
- Conducted facility inspections and inmate searches to identify and mitigate security risks.
- Conducted facility inspections, inmate searches, and property searches to identify security risks.
- Supported emergency response efforts, enhancing institutional security and safety protocols.
- Supervised 100+ inmates to maintain order and ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Supervised inmate movement and maintained security during housing, recreation, and transport operations.
Site Supervisor
3 Years 7 Months- Supervise and lead a team of 11 security officers at the Caterpillar Miami Lakes Distribution Center.
- Serve as a key point of contact for site operations, ensuring security services are delivered efficiently and professionally.
- Direct security response activities and ensure all operational directives and post orders are completed according to company standards.
- Acted as key point of contact for site operations, ensuring efficient and professional delivery of security services.
- Responded to incidents, conducted investigations, and prepared detailed reports for management and client review to inform decision-making.
- Prepare and manage employee schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels and support contract requirements.
- Coached and mentored security officers, fostering accountability and professionalism to enhance overall team performance.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, safety procedures, and operational requirements
- Supervised site security operations, ensuring compliance with post orders and client expectations.
- Coordinated daily officer assignments, shift coverage, and schedule adjustments for seamless coverage.
- Trained officers on patrol procedures, emergency response, and customer service standards.
- Prepared incident reports and communicated security concerns to management and client contacts.
Detention Corporal
1 Year- Supervised detention personnel, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures to maintain operational integrity.
- Supervised detention personnel and ensured compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Coordinated incident responses and addressed security concerns, enhancing safety in a fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated responses to incidents and security concerns in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted inspections, searches, and security reviews to ensure facility safety and compliance.
- Operated security systems, communications equipment, control centers, and department vehicles.
- Provided leadership and direction to officers, fostering a safe and professional work environment that supported team effectiveness.
- Supervised detention officers during intake, housing, and release operations to maintain secure facility order.
- Monitored inmate activity, enforced rules, and responded to disturbances using department procedures and safety protocols.
Correctional Officer / Corporal
14 Years 1 Month- Supervised inmate activities and ensured facility security in high-volume detention environment, enhancing safety and order.
- Led teams during emergency situations, utilizing sound judgment and calm decision-making under pressure.
- Conducted security checks, performed facility inspections, and executed contraband investigations to uphold safety standards.
- Assisted with training and mentoring junior officers while promoting compliance with procedures and safety standards.
- Worked effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and managed difficult situations through communication and conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and internal departments to align operational and security objectives, improving inter-agency communication.
- Monitored inmate movement and maintained security throughout housing units, control areas, and facility perimeters.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and property to prevent contraband, weapons, and unauthorized items.
- Verified inmate counts, headcounts, and roll calls to ensure accurate custody accountability.
- Responded to disturbances, emergencies, and unusual incidents using approved correctional procedures.
Education
Correctional Officer Academy - FDLE
General Education Diploma - GED
Skills
Incident management
Shift Coordination
Security Officer Supervision
Risk Assessment & Physical Security
Law Enforcement Coordination
Compliance & Operational Standards
Reporting systems
Report Writing & Documentation
Conflict management
Training & Coaching
Payroll Administration
Data Management Tools
Inventory & Equipment Control
Security Control Centers
Time Management Systems
Employee Compensation
Incident Management
Emergency Communication
Surveillance Operations
Conflict resolution skills
Client Relationship Management
Certification
FDLE Correctional Officer Academy Graduate, CPR Certified, First Aid Certified, Firearms Qualified, Defensive Tactics Training, Chemical Agents Training, Medication Aide Certification
Timeline
Site Supervisor
ALLIED UNIVERSAL SERVICES
03.2023 - CurrentRead More
Detention Corporal
FORT LAUDERDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2022 - 01.2023Read More
Correctional Officer
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
02.2019 - 09.2019Read More
Correctional Officer / Corporal
MIAMI-DADE CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT
04.2003 - 05.2017Read More
Lindsey Hopkins Technical School
General Education Diploma from GED
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Miami Dade College
Correctional Officer Academy from FDLE
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