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Linda Geter

Hendersonville,TN

Summary

Professional leader with proven track record in public administration and policy implementation. Known for exceptional team collaboration, adaptability, and driving impactful results. Strong skills in regulatory compliance, strategic planning, and community outreach. Recognized for integrity, reliability, and solutions-oriented approach.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Assistant Commissioner-Central Office

Tennessee Department of Corrections
07.2024 - Current
  • I direct eight employees with oversight of Rehabilitative Services and Community Outreach to include Victim Services, Religious Services, Constituency Services, Education, Re-entry, Workforce Planning and Development, Inmate Jobs, Policy Compliance, Zendesk and Inmate Housing. I assist the Assistant Commissioner for Rehabilitative Services in the oversight of the Tennessee Department of Corrections divisions related to the development and implementation of programs and policies, as well as managing daily operations. I assist in the implementation and enforcement of effective internal controls to ensure agency compliance. I work collaboratively with Department Heads, staff and outside stakeholders. I ensure we remain within budget constraints of 5 million and make requests for additional funding as needed for special projects. I ensure all pertinent information is relayed to Executive Staff members in my area of oversight to keep them abreast of emergent issues. I ensure all policies in my area are reviewed and updates are submitted timely. I meet with outside stakeholders to ensure Educational Programming is offered in as many locations as possible to support Re-entry initiatives upon release. I communicate effectively with my direct reports to ensure we all collaborate and share innovative ideas and thought leadership which benefits the offenders in our custody. I directly oversee the Constituent Services (Zendesk) function to resolve general inquiries with a direct response to the constituents and collaborates with facilities/offices promptly and at the appropriate level. Constituent requests can be submitted utilizing Zendesk wherein they provide specific details about the request along with any supporting, relevant documentation. I ensure all non-emergent constituent requests are acknowledged within 72 hours of receipt and all emergent requests are acknowledged upon review. I ensure investigations into the matters requested are reviewed within the guidelines and a detailed response is provided to the requester. I oversee the time and attendance of the direct reports to ensure all pay matters are handled expeditiously and I ensure all exceptions to pay are handled prior to the deadline. I ensure all documents for audits are always ready for inspection by conducting unannounced rounds at facilities and inspecting the folders. I provide weekly calls to institutional staff to disseminate information on any policy change or changes to forms. I oversee the Criminal Conviction Records staff to ensure NCIC background checks are in compliance with policy. I respond to inquiries from the field and work with Operations staff on issues that impact both areas. I prepare the quarterly strategic hiring report for the department and ensure vacancies are posted in a timely manner. I ensure interviews are held and there is never a long period of time the vacancy is not filled.
  • Salary: $173,000 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 37.5
  • Contact: Yvette Marshall, Director of HR (470-970-9093)

Assistant Director-Correctional Programs Division

Bureau of Prisons-Central Office
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Provided oversight of the largest division within the Bureau of Prisons. As a member of the Bureau's Executive Team, I provided information for all policy and operational matters for the following Branches: Correctional Services, Correctional Programs, Intel & Counter Terrorism, Sex Offender Certification Review, all inmate movement and the Designation Sentencing Computation Center. I directed approximately 500 staff and all budgetary requirement within the Correctional Programs Division. I ensure all staff vacancies are filled within 60 days to ensure there is no extended lapse as these are critical areas. I monitored high profile cases to ensure the appropriate designation placement. I oversaw movement for all inmates within the BOP and worked with the USMS on incoming and outgoing movement for pretrial offenders. maintained a strong working knowledge of intergovernmental agreements for state placement and utilize those agreements when the agency has a difficult to place inmate. I approved Disruptive Groups and Security Threat Group assignments as I directed the agency's National Gang Unit and once approved, designated them to the correct facility. I oversaw the forty million dollar budget and ensured all areas maintained operations within their allotted budgets. I served as the approving official for all Administrative Detention (ADX) placements and ADX removals, which is the most secure facility in the Bureau of Prisons. I served as the approving official for all inmates being placed and removed from the agency's Communication Management Unit to include inmates with Terrorist activities. I have worked with the US Customs & Border Patrol to provide BOP staff to transport individuals on the border mission. I routinely approved covert operations coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to gain information during high level investigations which have resulted in prosecutions. I routinely worked with other law enforcement agencies in prisoner swaps from the US to/from other countries and these prepared materials for the Director to assist in preparation for Congressional oversight hearings. I routinely provided advice to Legislative Affairs regarding Congressional inquiries or other highly sensitive matters and assisted in resolving complex technical issues. I responded to inmates, inmates’ families and outside stakeholders regarding concerns within the institutions or individual concerns. I ensured all documents were ready for inspection and audits. I provided the field with any policy changes or directives to prepare them for their upcoming audits. I reviewed institutional audits and their reported corrective actions to ensure corrective actions were appropriate. If not appropriate, I made recommendations to the Regional Directors on an effective corrective action which proved successful on follow up audits.
  • Salary: $217,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40+
  • Supervisor: William Lothrop, Deputy Director (720-670-6220)

Senior Deputy Assistant Director (Acted Northeast Regional Director July-October 2022)

Designation Sentencing and Computation Center
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided oversight of 316 employees, administrative and budget matters. I served as a subject matter expert responsible for providing direction, guidance, and coordination of all activities on a national level on functional areas of sentence computation, designation and prisoner transportation. This required frequent collaboration with a variety of stakeholders to include District Courts, United States Marshals Service, Administrative Office of the US Courts, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and local, state and federal law entities. I provided oversight for the classification and designation of federal prisoners and the overall population management for the agency. I monitored bed space across the agency and have prepared numerous reports and slide show training presentations. I routinely updated Senior Executives, Regional Office personnel and institution staff on population concerns. DSCC received 1200-1500 new commitments each week and process an additional 1,500 transfer requests. I monitored high publicity cases, state placement cases, public safety factor waivers and served as final review authority on all Special Management Unit placements. In response to Executive Order 14006, I provided oversight of the redesignation and moved all inmates in advance of the November 30, 2022 deadline, to ensure compliance with this EO. I worked closely with Justice Prisoner Alien Transportation System (JPATS) and the Transportation Coordinators to ensure inmates are transferred safely and cost efficiently as I oversaw all movement for the BOP. I monitored the twenty-seven million dollar budget and requested additional funding when appropriate. I monitored the incoming and the outgoing pipeline to ensure there was transportation provided and appropriate bed space. The DSCC is a specialized center with a unique mission, so I consistently ensured staffing was a priority in an effort to continue the agency operations. I ensured all disciplinary matters were promptly handled and provided on-site training to those in need of basic or complex trainings. I established a leadership program as an effective tool for shaping future leaders at DSCC and BOP.
  • Salary: $170,000.00 USO Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Acting Northeast Regional Director- Provided oversight for 16 institutions and one billion dollar budget to ensure compliance for 5 months.
  • Supervisor: Catricia Howard-Retired (814-934-0452)

SES Warden

Federal Correctional Institution
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Provided oversight for approximately 1600 minimum, low and medium security inmates and approximately 300 employees. I directed operations of all three facilities and ensured there was adequate staffing and remained within the 40 million dollar budget constraints. Due to maintaining high staffing levels, there was little to no overtime expenditures. I conducted monthly phone calls with community leaders to ensure they could provide services to our inmate population during COVID. I maintained adequate personal protective equipment and hygiene/cleaning supplies to mitigate the spread of COVID. I conducted daily rounds to ensure employees and inmates were being accommodated during COVID lockdowns to include ensuring medical conducted rounds each shift. There was Executive leadership at the facility even on the weekends to ensure employees had the necessary tools during COVID outbreaks. I worked with the Assistant United States Attorney to ensure inmates who committed sexual acts toward employees were prosecuted. This was a huge morale booster among female staff. I received the Women in Federal Law Enforcement Award outstanding advocate award for my leadership with female employees and during my tenure, I increased the female staffing levels by 30%. I also assisted with the agency with the backlog of employees needing to attend Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase 2 by renovating the training center and allowing the use as this facility was the closest in proximity to the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.
  • Salary: $125,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Supervisor: Jeffrey Keller-Retired (678-686-1200)

Warden

Federal Correctional Institution
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • As Warden, I directed a staff complement of 256 employees with an inmate population of approximately 1200. I provide oversight for a annual 32 million dollar budget. I have implemented Affirmative Employee (AE) trainings to ensure policy guidelines are met, which increased the program review rating from Good to Superior. Additionally, I have implemented procedures to ensure when AE Program Manager positions are filled, they understand the importance of the impact the programs have on staff and institutional morale. I have implemented procedures to ensure the institution maintains Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) trained staff to maintain safety and security. I have implemented procedures to reduce the amount of escort medical trips and eliminate backlogs. I have recruited and increased the Health Services staffing level from 73% to 93%. I chair Community Relations Board meetings (CRB) to educate areal leaders of the institution’s involvement with one another. I have assisted the community with a community service project for a local ranch. My duties include but are not limited to the below: Exercise responsibility for the administrative and organizational control over the daily functions; Plan, organize and review work through technical and administrative direction of subordinate employees; Effectively deal with employees and union representatives regarding employee-management concerns; Assign, Direct and review work of subordinates; Evaluate work performance; Identify training needs; Select staff for promotions; Provide subordinate discipline or other sanctions; Plan, schedule and coordinate the work of departments; Give advice and counsel to employees; Hear and resolve employee complaints and grievances; Determine the material, equipment, and facilities needed to perform work; I coordinate inmate transfers for complex cases with DSCC or OMDT; Determine resource needs and make adjustments to meet objectives; Determine policy in such areas as program emphasis and operating guidelines; Administer personnel policy regarding matters of significant impact; Maintain knowledge of all areas throughout the institution; Maintain firearms and self-defense proficiency and Maintain general knowledge of all areas throughout the institution.
  • Salary: $126,000.00 USO Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: GS 15
  • Supervisor: Juan Baltazar-Retired (9727308805)

Deputy Regional Director (temporary promotion)

BOP-Mid Atlantic Regional Office
10.2017 - 02.2018
  • I have acted on numerous occasions but was temporarily promoted in the position. I served as an assistant to the Regional Director and provided oversight to the institutions within the Mid-Atlantic Region. I assisted the Regional Director with the oversight and management of the regional budget. I prepared a wide variety of sensitive and complex repo1ls to include OIA Complaint responses and Administrative Remedy responses. I prepared position paper responses for the Regional Director's review and submission to Senior Executive Staff. I ensured adequate programs and procedures were followed across all disciplines to ensure the Regional Office provided support to the field. I provided direct supervision of all Regional Administrators to include certification of Time & Attendance Records and suspense dates were met ahead of the established deadline. I effectively communicated with union representatives regarding employee-management concerns. I gathered and evaluated comprehensive data regarding Regional Oversight over institutional program reviews/operational reviews.
  • Salary: $130,000.00 USO Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: 15
  • This is a time-limited appointment or temporary promotion
  • Supervisor: Angela Dunbar (301.317.3118)

Regional Correctional Programs Administrator

Mid Atlantic Regional Office
09.2015 - 02.2018
  • I developed policy & provide oversight of institution operations to include case mgt, unit mgt, correctional systems & correctional program activities for 21 institutions within the Mid-Atlantic Region. I liaise with institution exec staff in solving complex institution emergencies to include inmate deaths, escapes, emergency escorted trips for CIM inmates and max custody inmates. I have directed comprehensive reviews of Correctional Programs operations within MXR institutions and made recommendations to realign responsibilities which significantly reduced program review deficiencies by 60 percent. During Staff Assist Visits, I have gathered and evaluated data and implemented changes which significantly improved the program. I also provide training, direction, supervision and make recommendations to reorganize subordinate workforce to enhance operations/efficiency and increase morale. I coordinate and develop staff training for areas of concern as it related to Correctional Programs and recommend modifications to enhance existing programs. I review, update and approve institutional supplements for compliance. I have represented the BOP in court by providing expert testimony and explaining agency policy & procedures to ensure inmate security classification & designation, sentencing and inmate programming. I was the Correctional Programs representative on four After Action Reviews at USP's within the Region regarding inmate homicides and lethal discharges of weapons. These included collecting data and documentation, analyzing events, forming a conclusion and making recommendations for improvement. I developed and facilitated the Regional Leadership/Mentor Program & serve as a Mentor for 5 Mentees. I monitored the trans seg/SMU/ADX cases within the Region to ensure progress is made on an appropriate designation and restrictive housing lime is limited. I monitored 782 Amendment and Clemency Reductions and served as the liaison with institutional staff to ensure staff make appropriate designation/transfer referrals. I reviewed and monitored policy waivers and exemptions for compliance with National Policy and Program Review guidelines. I reviewed notifications for state concurrency cases and ensure they are in accordance with policy. I provided guidance to Unit Management staff within MXR Institutions related to any Correctional Programs concerns/questions and created a training manual for all newly appointed Unit Managers and CMC's. I instructed staff during Regional Principles of Leadership Training. I have prepared reports for Executive Staff during Staff Assist Visits, where I communicated findings and provided recommendations to enhance operations/efficiency. I gathered and evaluated sentry rosters for late teams, late custody classifications and expired management variables for MXR institutions and provided training to implement changes, which significantly reduced the number of sentry discrepancies and improved subordinate work performance. I participated in management assessments for institution and regional correctional programs guidelines and made recommendations to enhance efficiency. I chaired quarterly VTC's with institutional CMC's to provide technical training sessions which improved their job knowledge. I monitored the Correctional Programs allotted budget to ensure we remained within the appropriated funds. I responded to Administrative Remedy request and collaborated with Regional Legal staff on issues related to Correctional Programs.
  • Salary: $114,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: 14
  • Supervisor: Angela Dunbar-Retired (301.317.3118)

Associate Warden

FDC Honolulu
02.2014 - 09.2015
  • As Associate Warden, I managed several disciplines & interacted with other federal agencies on a daily basis. I attended the monthly Joint Terrorism Task Force meetings with all Federal agencies. I chaired a work group with Hawaii State Prisons Executive Staff and the Chief US Marshal to analyze contraband issues, modify procedures and initiate corrective actions. This increased security measures & prevented introduction of contraband when state holdover inmates returned from court, which resolved occurrences in the institution. I chaired a taskforce with the US Marshals & HPD that analyzed complex problems involving cumbersome documentation requirements for movement and recommended appropriate means of reducing needless/redundant paperwork. I prepared a response to the regulatory agency of the State Dept of Correction which changed the regulations by establishing a MOU to outline criteria for the FDC to house their state inmates. I chaired a work group with upper management officials from the Hawaii Police Department, US Marshals, US Army and US Air Force in an effort to effectively dispose of expired ammunition due to being on an island. I have developed a written plan/procedural guide for the Institutional Duty Officer Program as the IDO/ADO Coordinator which explained regulations and policy guidelines in layman's terms. To enhance operations in preparation for the most recent Correctional Programs Program Review, I gathered and evaluated comprehensive data and implemented changes to the Unit Mgt program & reorganized Management and subordinate workforce which improved the program and morale. I reorganized the central file accountability log, the pretrial drop file, the SHU rounds sign in logs and the release preparation program, which could have resulted in repeat deficiencies. The implemented procedures produced a "GOOD" program review rating after previously receiving numerous "Acceptable" ratings, which significantly increased morale. I developed and organized a resource day for the female inmate population with community resources to provide services targeted for a local bank which addresses banking information and interview training during our release preparation program and during 3 Mock Job Fairs. I attended re-entry court to evaluate the process and created an A&O handbook for weekend confinement inmates. As the Institution's ACA/PREA Coordinator I facilitated & instructed training on identified PREA standards to enhance Exec Staff & subordinate knowledge. I developed the Institutional Supplement on Sexually Abusive Behavior Prevention and established training materials to inform staff of recent changes in the PREA policies and provided training. I developed guidelines for checks and balances to ensure we stay in compliance rather than get ready to be in compliance. I established a Gratuitous Service Agreement with a local Medical Center to provide outside confidential support services. As ACA/PREA Coordinator I prepared briefings in response to the external auditors concerns regarding Institutional procedures. I chaired the Work Programming committee to ensure PREA standards were addressed. As Staff Mentor Coordinator developed the first formal Staff Mentoring Program and served as a mentor to staff. I implemented the ACA Certification Program. I audited files to ensure we were compliant with audit standards and ensure staff were appropriate trained on audit compliance measures. As the only Exec Staff, I served as acting Warden while awaiting a newly appointed Warden and AW(O). During this time, I activated the Command Center and served as Incident Commander for 2 approaching hurricanes’ made budgetary recommendations based on the overtime reports provided by the business office and established an augmentation system for controlling overtime. As Directives Management Coordinator I reviewed, updated & approved the Institutional Supplements for policy compliance. I completed the ACA Certified Executive Exam in August 2014 and implemented the ACA Certification at HON, which resulted in 15 ACA Certified Staff. As a result, I developed a new system for recognizing these staff. I chaired threat assessments between staff and made the appropriate recommendations for corrective actions against staff to the Warden. I coordinated and led community relations board meetings with community members to promote the agencies goals.
  • Salary: $100,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: 14
  • Supervisor: J. Ray Ormond-Retired (808.838.4200)

Executive Assistant/Satellite Operations Administrator

FCI Williamsburg
07.2011 - 02.2014
  • I established and implemented a monthly newsletter to relay information about staff and inmate morale and security issues to Department Heads, which shared information with their staff. I represented the agency at a briefing with Congressman James E. Clyburne, his subcommittee staff and CRB members to discuss criteria/procedures for Community Service/Public Work Projects, Sentencing, Security levels and Custody Classifications. I served in a leadership role on the community involvement committee with the Williamsburg County Emergency Management division to discuss emergency management and community crisis concerns. I prepared and presented agency statements to Region/Central Office staff for national news media (CNN) when an inmate alleged to the media, he was the father of Caylee Anthony during the Casey Anthony murder trial. I prepared technical and complex responses to inquiries received from the office of the Inspector General, Attorney General, Congressman and Attorneys pertaining to assigned inmates. As IDO Program Coordinator, I facilitated and coordinated training to all IDO's as mandated by policy, evaluating scenarios and providing guidance on handling potential situations. I implemented the first Mentor Program at this facility. I coordinated and facilitated training to certify all Mentors volunteering for the program in accordance with policy and served as a mentor. As Legal Liaison, I provided guidance on the Staff Correspondence Program and the Staff Correspondence Program Statement to ensure staff were aware of procedures for responding on behalf of the Warden/Institution and provided information for both staff and inmates for referrals to legal staff. I served as the troubleshooter/liaison between line and Executive Staff to resolve issues pertaining to work assignments, staff complaints and scheduling meetings with the Warden. I gathered and collected statistics for the annual ACA Report which directly impacts decisions made by the ACA through the Central Office Liaison. This information is vital to maintain continued Accreditation and compliance with ACA standards. I led a team in the completion of multiple, simultaneous projects and ensured completion within established deadlines in preparation of a ICP visit with the Regional Director/ICP Team. As Strategic Planning Coordinator I directed the program and discussed STP goals at least quarterly during Dept Head Meetings. As Camp Administrator I developed a mock exercise, evaluated the exercise and coordinated follow up action. The mock exercise was evaluated by Exec Staff and all departments involved. Follow up actions were indicated and recommendations for improvement were noted. I served as the Public Information Officer when dealing with internal and external agencies, resources and the media. I performed public relations work, gave speeches/lectures/presentations, and attended public informational functions. I have orally presented an executive staff paper response to provide decision points for consideration regarding improving the continuity of health care and maximize cost efficiencies for inmates with medical and/or mental health needs who are transferring through RRC or home confinement. I served as the guest speaker at a FLETC graduation and FCI Bennestville's Women's Program. I prepared press releases to the media regarding issues related to the operation of the institution. I coordinated and led the quarterly Community Relations Board meetings and gave public relations tours to Judges, Members of Congress, local colleges and outside Law Enforcement agencies. As a reentry initiative, I coordinated the development of a partnership with the local DMV to allow camp inmates to renew their driver’s license to ensure proper identification upon release. As Acting Associate Warden I chaired threat assessments, budget meetings, work programming meetings, SHU meetings, URC Meetings, Mortality Reviews and I was the approving official for the review and placement of inmate pictures in the posted profile. I instructed Ethics classes for new staff during I.F. and ART. I was a reviewer during ICP visits at MDC Guaynabo and FCI Edgefield and made recommendations for improvements in the assigned areas.
  • Salary: $85,000.00 USO Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: 13
  • Supervisor: Warden Maureen Cruz-Retired (843.387.9401)

Case Management Coordinator

FCI Williamsburg
11.2009 - 07.2011
  • I collected information, developed and implemented the Victim Impact Panel Counseling Group at FCI Williamsburg which allowed the inmates to hear the impact their offense had on victims. I prepared technical and complex responses to internal and external agencies on behalf of Exec Staff for inmates with security concerns to include witsec inmates and inmates w/special needs. I have coordinated and facilitated ISDS training to all department heads to ensure compliance and improve/enhance subordinate job knowledge. I interpreted and applied policy and provided training to Unit Mgt staff on any changes to policy. I reviewed transfer requests Referrals, CIM clearances, escorted trips and work completed by others to ensure compliance with governing regulations, and I reviewed key indicators to compare operations of other institutions and make recommendations accordingly. I coordinated joint training programs with the U.S. Probation Office, U.S. Marshals, U.S. Attorneys and U.S District Court Judges with our correctional programs staff to establish relationships and these entities. I audited files and shared concerns with the Unit Team staff as well as the Associate Warden. I led Unit Management and CSD by providing training, conducting perpetual audits and implementing changes to improve/enhance subordinate job knowledge, which resulted in a Superior Program Review rating. I directed subordinate employees in application of laws for jail credit and worked with DSCC Staff in identifying and resolving unusual and complicated issues. I reviewed subordinate employee lesson plans and made recommendations prior to presentation to staff or inmates during institutional Admission & Orientation. I directed an Operational Review for policy compliance. As Volunteer Coordinator, I worked diligently with the Chaplain to recruit Volunteers and assist inmates with reentry efforts. I recruited volunteers for the inmate mentor program to assist inmates with release needs. I chaired a committee with staff from Unit Team, Education, and Psychology to implement the Poetry group which allowed inmates to express himself through poetry. I formulated/updated case mgt institutional supplements to ensure policy was implemented at the institution level. I developed the DNA Institutional Supplement 5311.01 for FCI Williamsburg based on changes in laws, regulations, and a new PS implemented on Inmate DNA Sample Procedures. I chaired a multidisciplinary task group to implement new inmate DNA collection procedures based on a new DNA PS. To increase security, I redesigned the receiving discharge area to keep the receiving camp inmates separate from the receiving FCI inmates once they arrive off the incoming bus. The camp inmates are locked in a holding cell, kept separate from fci inmates and are last to conduct intake screening. As Affirmative Action Co-Chairperson, I conducted presentations to the community at job fairs as an agency representative. I developed and presented training to all staff during IF and ART on the proper screening site/locator procedures and custody classification policies. I have assisted Regional Correctional Programs Staff with a staff assist visit at FCI Bennettsville and have been a reviewer at Correctional Programs program reviews for FCI Estill and FCC Coleman and presented significant findings and made recommendations for improvement to enhance operations.
  • Salary: $85,000.00 USD Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: 12
  • Supervisor: Timothy Johnson-Retired (843.387.9402)

Correctional Treatment Specialist

LSCI & FCI Butner
05.2003 - 11.2009
  • Provided individual and group counseling by assisting the offender to meet goals and objectives in accordance with policies. Served as a liaison between the inmates and other internal/external agencies to establish release plans and matters concerning probation and parole. Resolved inmate concerns pertaining to designations, disciplinary actions/release/financial needs and made recommendations then monitored the plan. I was the Case Manager for the only Adam Walsh Unit in the Bureau which provides treatment to a sexually dangerous inmate population. I developed policies and practices with CTP Staff which impacted the Adam Walsh inmate population on a national level based on my data from teams, incident reports, and court documents. I prepared national policy with a multidisciplinary work group on Sexually Abusive Behavior Prevention & Intervention Program based on changes in laws and regulations. I prepared Institutional Supplements & rules and regulations to assist with managing the Adam Walsh inmate population. I also managed general population, DC Offenders, Pretrial Studies, Step Down and Habilitation Program inmates to ensure compliance with BOP/local policies, federal laws and statues, probation and parole commission guidelines and court decisions. I chaired and made decisions regarding sanctions imposed to inmates for infractions during UDC hearings. I monitored, evaluated & determined appropriateness of reports, rosters and correspondences relative to the compliance of the Privacy and Freedom of Information Acts. I presented Exec Staff with all pertinent information regarding transfers, medical assignments and sensitive issues. I updated redesignations in Sentry and reviewed the inmate pay performance compliance with notifications to victims. I attended the Department Head meetings to relay information regarding designations, transfers and Institutional population. I conducted the CMC's portion of Institutional A&O for the new inmate population. I conducted program/operational reviews to assess policy compliance. I prepared the RRC Utilization Report for the FCI. I developed and implemented a Release Preparation Program and updated the Institutional Supplement for the FCI & LSCI and provided training on the new supplement. I conducted the Institutional RPP for the inmate population with collaborative efforts from US Probation Office, Local halfway house staff, local banks and the local DMV Office. I coordinated mock job fairs with multiple departments and external agencies to address workforce development and skill development initiatives. I clarified custody and security levels for inmates during program reviews and calmed family members concerns. I have created checklists for routing procedures.
  • Salary: $0.00 USO Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: 11
  • Supervisor: William True (734.439.4733)

Unit Secretary

FCI Butner
08.2000 - 05.2003
  • I handled routine inquiries from both staff and inmates, providing technical assistance and answered questions regarding the general nature of correctional programs. Received visitors in the office and determined the nature of the request and directed them to the appropriate staff. Responded to routine requests for information such as status of reports, suspense dates for matters requiring compliance and similar information readily available from files. Received, distributed and routed incoming/outgoing correspondence and screened material prior to distribution to the appropriate staff member and established suspense due dates. Prepared final forms of materials such as memoranda, letters, reports, requests, etc. as assigned. Performed a variety of other duties in support of the management of the office including: creating, routing, retrieving, distributing a variety of Electronic Mail System messages and serving as a resource person to train unit staff related to EMS procedures. Requested office supplies, equipment and publications. Maintained the credit card and reconciliation logs in accordance with policy. Document information disclosures and/or requests in accordance with regulations pertaining to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). I maintained BOP program statements, operation memoranda, administrative and regulatory requirements, correspondence files and records in the operation of the office of the Unit Manager and support staff. I performed time keeping by maintaining and preparing time and attendance records; collected and compiled statistical data. I maintained a calendar of appointments for the Unit Manager and staff.
  • Salary: $0.00 USO Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Grade: 6
  • Supervisor: Bobby Meeks-Retired (843-319-8777)

Correctional Officer

LSCI Butner
06.1999 - 08.2000
  • Provided custody and control of all inmates and equipment assigned. I supervised inmate movement and searched for contraband. I enforced rules and regulations governed by policy and institutional supplements. Prepared reports and maintained logs of daily activities. I supervised inmate in their living quarters monitoring room sanitation and hygiene concerns. I conducted searches of inmates, equipment and living quarters to deter the introduction of contraband. I alerted my supervisors of any significant inmate management issues, departmental concerns or allegations of danger. I worked all correctional posts as assigned. I responded to emergencies, participated in fog watch and reported security concerns to my supervisor. As SHU OIC, I ensured inmates were properly fed, counted and received recreation. As Front Lobby Officer I routed calls to the appropriate staff after screening according to policy. I processed all visitors and staff into the institution and routed calls appropriately. I Control Room Officer I maintained the institutional count and ensured accuracy, monitored radio frequencies and notified all staff of institutional emergencies in a clear, concise manner. I prepared the necessary reports and maintained logs.
  • Salary: $0.00 USO Per Year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Supervisor: Robert Dodson (9195755000)

Education

Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice

Mount Olive College
Mount Olive, NC
12.2003

Skills

  • Policy enforcement
  • Crisis response
  • Program implementation
  • Meeting facilitation

Affiliations

  • American Correctional Association - Member
  • Women in Federal Law Enforcement – Member
  • Association of Women in Corrections-Member

Certification

  • Case Management Training Denver, Colorado 3/30/2003 Inmate Locator Training/Screening training 6/28/2000 Financial Management Cross Development 4/19/2000 Community Corrections Cross Development 11/14/2000 Communications Course 4/26/2001
  • Offender Employment Specialist Training 9/16/03 Program Review Cross Development 7/21/2005 Cost Center Manager Cross Development 8/10/05 Psychology Services Cross Development 7/13/06 Education Cross Development 7/14/06 Female Offenders Cross Development 7/18/06 Inmate Systems Management Cross Development 7/18/06 Program Review and Management Control 7/28/06 Principles of Leadership II-March 2010 Civil Treatment for Managers-March 2010 Human Resource Management Cross Development-12/2009 Employee Development Cross Development=12/2009 Information Technology-12/2009 Privatization Cross Development-12/2009 Safety Cross Development-12/2009 Central Inmate Monitoring System (CIM), Alternate Coordinator (on the job) 5/21/2004 Foundations of Coaching-NIC Learning Center 3/2009 Foundations of Effective Thinking-NYC Learning Center 3/2009 Enhancing Your Listening Skills-NIC Learning Center 3/2009 Prepare for Your New Management Role-NIC Learning Center 6/2010 The Role of the Correctional Leader/Manager-NIC6/2010 ACA Certified Executive-August 2022 ACA New Auditor’s Training-8/24

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Timeline

Deputy Assistant Commissioner-Central Office

Tennessee Department of Corrections
07.2024 - Current

Assistant Director-Correctional Programs Division

Bureau of Prisons-Central Office
01.2022 - 06.2024

Senior Deputy Assistant Director (Acted Northeast Regional Director July-October 2022)

Designation Sentencing and Computation Center
03.2021 - 01.2022

SES Warden

Federal Correctional Institution
01.2020 - 01.2022

Warden

Federal Correctional Institution
02.2018 - 01.2020

Deputy Regional Director (temporary promotion)

BOP-Mid Atlantic Regional Office
10.2017 - 02.2018

Regional Correctional Programs Administrator

Mid Atlantic Regional Office
09.2015 - 02.2018

Associate Warden

FDC Honolulu
02.2014 - 09.2015

Executive Assistant/Satellite Operations Administrator

FCI Williamsburg
07.2011 - 02.2014

Case Management Coordinator

FCI Williamsburg
11.2009 - 07.2011

Correctional Treatment Specialist

LSCI & FCI Butner
05.2003 - 11.2009

Unit Secretary

FCI Butner
08.2000 - 05.2003

Correctional Officer

LSCI Butner
06.1999 - 08.2000

Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice

Mount Olive College

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