Lakia Lewis

• Provide direct supervision to 131 Correctional Officer I, II's, and Sergeants in a 576 bed medium security state correctional facility. responsible for the direct management of the medial infirmary, medical dispensary, and visiting room
• Schedule daily post assignments
• Evaluated staff performance regularly through observation and feedback sessions to support their professional development and maintain high levels of competence within the team.
• Conduct frequent rounds of the facility and grounds to ensure proper staffing and security
• Inspect housing areas for compliance with sanitation, security, and health regulations
• Supervise staff in routine and special searches
• Provide specific guidance to staff in the application of direct supervision, counseling and interpersonal communication skills
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Emergency Operations Plan and convey this Plan into action in the event of an emergency
• Comply with and enforce institutional policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Read and comply with assigned post orders and specific directives relevant to assignment
• Prepare written reports and employee performance evaluations
• Review incident reports and investigative reports submitted by officers and staff
• Conduct initial investigations of all serious incidents, to include any use of force by staff, inmate on inmate assaults, inmate on staff assaults, and contraband seizures.
• Assist training coordinators in the development, implementation and evaluation of department training programs and participate in the training of correctional employees
• Recommend changes to post orders to enhance security
• Serve as a member of the inmate classification committee and attend hearings and conferences regarding inmate classification matters
• Investigate Administrative Remedy procedures submitted by inmates, to include initial assessment, conducting interviews of inmate and staff and completing written response on findings along with recommendations.
• Make staffing decisions for the purpose of meeting established shift schedules
• Participate in Case Management decisions and recommend for or against inmate job assignments, custody levels, segregation status, and special programs
• Develop, plan, and conduct scenario training exercises to include: Hostage situations, fire emergencies, mass disturbances, adverse job actions, escapes, medical quarantine, and medical epidemic situations
• Complete First Report of Injury Forms (Workers Compensation) for staff injured on duty
• Conduct internal and external audits in accordance with state standards to ensure policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.

• Provided lead supervision to Correctional Officer's I and II in 525 bed medium security facility
• Officer in Charge of assigned housing area (96 inmates)
• Tactical Emergency Response Team

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• Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
• Efficiently managed resources such as time, personnel, and equipment to ensure smooth operations within the correctional facility.
• Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
• Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.

• Maintained the custody and control of 1200 inmates housed in maximum security BCBiC
• Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
• Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
• Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
• 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.
• Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
• Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
• Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and reported results to appropriate personnel.
• Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
• Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.