KRISTEN CIANCA
Odessa,FL
Summary
I feel that I am a hardworking Deputy who employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to keep order and avoid dangerous situations. I exercise excellent judgment during crisis situations and have developed a strong rapport with my colleagues and supervisors. I am very interested in advancement in this agency, as I feel that I will have a positive impact on staff and the orderly running of this facility. I have a wealth of experience to rely on and would like to lead others in a positive direction within this agency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Deputy
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Clearwater, FL
10.2006 - Current
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments
- Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, and records
- Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards
- Issued cleaning supplies, comfort items, laundry and all basic meals
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates
- Determined and assigned inmates to appropriate housing
- Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates
- Responded to inquiries from the public, other staff, inmates and visitors
- Made sure holding areas were cleaned and that prisoners were served meals on time
- Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and reported results to appropriate personnel
- Worked in all three divisions, to include high liability areas such as Intake Receiving and the Healthcare building
- Became a member of the Corrections Response Team and dealt with volatile inmates and difficult situations.
Detention Sergeant
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Explorer Post #900
Clearwater, FL
04.2014 - 11.2015
- Provided direction and support to subordinate staff members during their daily tasks.
- Responded to emergency situations involving inmates in a timely manner.
- Prepared written reports documenting investigations conducted related to incidents occurring inside the facility.
- Supervised detainee movement within the facility.
- Provided guidance to subordinate staff on correctional policies and procedures.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling shifts for personnel, coordinating meetings between supervisors and subordinates, preparing payrolls.
- Maintained accurate records of all inmate activity including incident reports, disciplinary actions taken, visitors, phone calls, and grievances.
- Responded to detainee requests and grievances in a timely and fair manner.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Detention Corporal
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Clearwater, FL
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Make regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and report results to appropriate personnel
- Assist the Sergeant with supervision and training of the squad
- Assume the responsibilities of the Sergeant during the absence of the Sergeant, at the direction of a supervisor
- Assist the Sergeant with periodic written evaluations of the personnel in the assigned squad
- Advise staff in situations when advice is requested
- Keep Shift Supervisors apprised during emergency situations
- Assist in the training of personnel
- Assist the Sergeant with staff schedules and administrative paperwork
- Participate in disciplinary committees and administer disciplinary sanctions as necessary
- Assist staff in daily operations of the facility
Child Protection Investigator
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Largo, FL
03.2005 - 10.2006
- Investigated allegations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions; determined findings; and entered information into Florida Abuse Hotline Information System, Florida Safe Families Network and other systems, (e.g., ACISS)
- Administered urinalysis presumptive tests to caretakers of children for the purposes of determining whether these caretakers are using illegal drugs
- Set up case files for child protection investigations and was proficient in the use of the state child abuse computer system (FSFN) and other databases
- Conducted child safety assessments and performed ongoing assessments during investigations
- Removed children from unsafe environments, supervised them, and arranged transportation to an approved shelter facility or home
- Arranged and/or referred families to social services entities
- Provided information to legal staff necessary for filing of court petitions, and other documentation
- Transported children, by PCSO vehicle, using such restraint devices as required by law
- Gathered information, scheduled and participated in case staffing
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL01.2004
Associate of Arts - Criminology/Anthropology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL01.2002
High School Diploma - General Education
Osceola High School
Largo, FL01.2001
Skills
- Safety and security-oriented
- Team-oriented
- Knowledge of Florida Model Jail Standards and state, county and Sheriff's Office laws, rules and regulations, and standard operating procedures
- Ability to act calmly in emergency situations, as well as direct staff in difficult situations
- Knowledge of supervisory and training principles
- Excellent report writing skills and the ability to articulate facts
- Well versed in inmate behavior modification tactics
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Firm, fair and consistent when dealing with both staff and inmates
- Able to relay information to my superiors in a timely manner
- Self-sufficient in my daily responsibilities
- Have a great working relationship with both staff and superiors
- Computer Skills
Accomplishments
- Was an active member of the Corrections Response Team from 2009 until 2021
- A member of the Historical Committee from 2013 to 2014
- Gold Star recipient after performing life saving measures on an inmate who was in cardiac arrest
Phone
727-455-0624
Training
- FCIC Basic Recertification
- Infant Mental Health Training
- Security Awareness
- Alcohol and Drug Testing
- Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
- Family Services
- Narcotics
- Standardized Child Restraint Training
- Defensive Tactics
- Defensive Driving
- Delving Deeper in to Child Abuse
- Home Study Training
- Sexual Predator/Offender Training
- Engaging Batterers
- Interviewing Preschool Children on Sex Abuse
- Connecting with the Perpetrator
- Kinesics
- Corrections Basic Recruit Academy
- High Liability Training
- CPR
- Taser Certification
- Corrections Response Team Academy
- Basic Supervisory Development
Timeline
Detention Sergeant
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Explorer Post #900
04.2014 - 11.2015
Detention Corporal
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
01.2011 - 04.2014
Detention Deputy
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
10.2006 - Current
Child Protection Investigator
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
03.2005 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Florida
Associate of Arts - Criminology/Anthropology
University of Florida
High School Diploma - General Education
Osceola High School
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