Keenen Letcher
Zachary,LA
Summary
Objective: To maximize supervisory growth and leadership abilities in the Correctional Environment.
Rational Correctional Officer Sergeant with an assertive and firm demeanor. Committed to maintaining ethical and moral standards while supervising and monitoring staff and offenders. Familiar with mental health and behavioral disorders. Excellent courtroom knowledge to transport inmates. Accomplished Correctional Officer Sergeant offering Number years of experience managing inmate safety and order in Type security institutions. Focused and detail-oriented with comprehensive weapons training. Adept at remaining on high alert at all times and managing security risks. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corrections Tactical Major
Office Of Juvenile Justice
Bunkie, LA
12.2023 - Current
- Improved inmate behavior by implementing structured daily routines and programs.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to manage inmate disputes and maintain order within the facility.
- Assisted in the development of effective rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing recidivism rates among inmates.
- Increased staff morale through regular communication, recognition, and support initiatives.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for individual inmates, contributing to informed decision-making regarding housing assignments, work placements, and program eligibility.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement among staff members by encouraging open communication and feedback on facility operations, policies, and procedures.
- Oversaw the successful implementation of new security measures such as updated surveillance systems and access control protocols to maintain a secure environment within the facility.
- 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, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Supervised Number employees and performance of tasks and managed Number offenders.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
Corrections Captain/ Commander
Louisiana State Penitentiary
Angola, La
09.2018 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- 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 Number employees and performance of tasks and managed Number offenders.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Bachelor - Business Administration And Management
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN08.2022
Associate - Criminal Justice
Colin Community College
Natchez Ms 08.2018
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Data Entry
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Data Management
- Team Building
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- CRT team leader "leads", and is the only person who may give verbal commands to both the inmate and to their own team. Requires spoken communication skills and anger de-escalation techniques.
- The equipment/video member "EQV" captures the entire response on video.
- CPR certified
- Chemical agent certified
- Defensive, tactic, certified
- Specialized with handgun, shotgun, and rifle
Timeline
Corrections Tactical Major
Office Of Juvenile Justice
12.2023 - Current
Corrections Captain/ Commander
Louisiana State Penitentiary
09.2018 - 12.2023
Bachelor - Business Administration And Management
Capella University
Associate - Criminal Justice
Colin Community College