Kenisha R. Jackson
Baltimore,MD
Summary
A knowledgeable, professional Compliance Officer with over 15 years of experience in the promulgation of policies, compliance, training, audits and litigation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Standards, Compliance and Litigation
Division of Pretrial Detention and Services
Baltimore, MD
11.2023 - Current
- Serves as the senior advisor to the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of the Division of Pretrial Detention and Services (DPDS) as it relates to policy, litigation and Correctional standards
- Litigation Coordinator who liaise with Circuit and District Court for Baltimore City and the Federal U.S District Court for the District of Maryland
- Serves as an expert witness for DPDS as it relates to subpoenas for litigation
- Coordinate litigation services for civilian and custody staff members with the Attorney General’s office
- Coordinates, develops and implement DPDS policies, standard operating procedures and bulletins
- Recommends, develops and/or formulate required corrective action in response to audits/reviews, regulations, laws and legal agreements for assigned facilities with documented tracking of identified measures
- Provides training and awareness on current and updated information utilizing reoccurring staff and individual meetings as applicable
- Serves as the Legislation Liaison responsible for coordinating, drafting executive summaries and legislative responses to local, state and federal officials, legislative committees and the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services senior leadership team
Acting Deputy Director of Standards, Compliance and Litigation
Division of Pretrial Detention and Services
Baltimore, MD
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Provides assistance to both the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of DPDS in support of the Standards, Compliance and Litigation in management of the facilities located in the Baltimore City Region
- Research, develop, prepare and rescind policy and procedures in accordance to state and federal law, established guidelines, rules and regulations
- Monitors documentation and progress of implementation efforts through review of reports, work products, discussion and summarized reports
- Maintains direct contact with DPDS institutions via in-person, virtual, electronic and telephone communications
- Effectively communicates, implement plans, assigns task, problem solve with staff and outside agencies to fulfill goals, priorities and responsibilities
- Train facility compliance staff on compliance procedures and promulgation of policies to include scheduling in-house audits
- Provides necessary resources for Department Directors to accomplish task in support of both DPDS Commissioners and the Director of Standards, Compliance and Litigation
Correctional Sergeant Compliance Coordinator
Division of Pretrial Detention and Services
Baltimore, MD
06.2009 - 08.2020
- Research and compiles data, as directed;
- Analyzes and interprets data, information and situations, and makes recommendations when data does not conform to established correctional standards, policies or laws;
- Assists in the administration of an assigned project/program, the preparation of final reports, and suggested recommendations for the improvement of the Division or its programs;
- Consults with program heads and administrative officials regarding policies, trends, and interpretation of data and program needs;
- Assist with the development/revision of policies, information bulletins and memorandums;
- Prepares statistical tables, charts and reports, and work-flow charts for management’s review;
- Conducts facilities inspections and spot checks on a weekly, bi-weekly, and/or monthly basis;
- Assists in the planning and implementation of new or revised programs, procedures, practices within the detention facilities;
- Develop, implement, and monitor corrective action plans to ensure problems/deficiencies within the detention facilities are resolved and operations remain in compliance with correctional standards
- Preparation for reoccurring scheduled audits included maintaining and review of documentation for compliance and presentation to auditors
- Performs other related duties
Education
Compliance Audit
Duly Authorized Inspector Training (DPSCS)
Baltimore, MD02.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OHSkills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Effective and Efficient
- Analytical and Adaptability
- Organizational Skills and Detailed Oriented
- Leadership Qualities
- Strategic, Informative and Supportive
Timeline
Director of Standards, Compliance and Litigation
Division of Pretrial Detention and Services
11.2023 - Current
Acting Deputy Director of Standards, Compliance and Litigation
Division of Pretrial Detention and Services
10.2022 - 11.2023
Correctional Sergeant Compliance Coordinator
Division of Pretrial Detention and Services
06.2009 - 08.2020
Compliance Audit
Duly Authorized Inspector Training (DPSCS)
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Eastern Gateway Community College
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