Lauren Ortiz

• Direct daily operations of institutional education programs while supervising staff and ensuring compliance with Bureau policy and federal regulations.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and briefing materials for executive staff and department heads.
• Coordinate meetings, audits, and program reviews while maintaining accurate documentation and program records.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to support institutional initiatives and operational goals.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive program information and leadership communications.
• Implemented the first Education Furlough Program at FMC Carswell by establishing a partnership with Tarrant County College. Coordinated program development and approvals, allowing 15 eligible students to attend in-person college courses during the spring semester and expanding post-secondary educational opportunities.

• Provided regional oversight for education and vocational training programs across 15 institutions, ensuring compliance with BOP policy and national program requirements.
• Assisted institutions with the implementation of academic, vocational, and reentry programming, including GED, ESL, Adult Continuing Education, and evidence-based First Step Act programs.
• Coordinated regional education funding, program resources, and equipment distribution to support institutional education departments.
• Delivered training and technical guidance to Supervisors of Education and staff on policy implementation, program development, and program accountability.
• Participated in regional First Step Act meetings and initiatives, supporting program expansion and staff training across institutions.
• Served as Acting Associate Warden at FCI Dublin and supported transition operations during the facility closure.
• Selected as a regional team member responsible for coordinating the inventory and redistribution of education materials, equipment, and supplies from FCI Dublin to other BOP facilities.
• Selected to serve on the Strategic Planning Committee to lead development of an outdoor park-style space for inmates. Coordinated planning efforts to create a more therapeutic and less institutionalized environment, including outdoor seating and green space designed to support well-being and positive recreation.

• Coordinated staff training initiatives and professional development programs supporting institutional operations.
• Prepared administrative reports and documentation for leadership review and program tracking.
• Facilitated communication between staff and leadership to support institutional priorities and training needs.

• Managed daily operations of the education department while supervising staff and overseeing program delivery.
• Prepared reports, correspondence, and program documentation for executive staff and institutional leadership.
• Coordinated departmental initiatives and collaborated with other departments to support institutional objectives.
• Ensured compliance with Bureau policy, program requirements, and institutional procedures.
• Teacher / Special Education Teacher
• Federal Bureau of Prisons | 2012 – 2019
• Delivered instructional programming while maintaining documentation in accordance with federal guidelines and institutional procedures.
• Maintained detailed records and reporting requirements supporting program accountability and compliance.
• Worked closely with institutional staff to support educational programming and student progress.

• Delivered instructional programming while maintaining documentation in accordance with federal guidelines and
institutional procedures.
• Maintained detailed records and reporting requirements supporting program accountability and compliance.
• Worked closely with institutional staff to support educational programming and student progress.