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Marjorie Francis-Ayton

Danville ,VA

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at Danville Adult Detention Center, excelling in emergency response and inmate supervision. Proven ability to maintain safety and security while effectively managing conflicts. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to upholding regulations ensure a secure environment for all.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Correctional Officer

Danville Adult Detention Center
09.2025 - Current
  • Monitored inmate behavior to ensure safety and security within facility.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of premises to identify potential hazards.
  • Managed inmate records, maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with regulations.
  • Responded effectively to emergencies, implementing crisis intervention protocols as needed.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.

Repack

Dollar General Distribution Center
08.2019 - 09.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Waitress

Romas Restaurant
04.2016 - 12.2018
  • Delivered prompt and accurate service to enhance guest satisfaction.
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak hours.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to uphold standards.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Processed customer orders using point-of-sale system accurately.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Education

GED -

Southside Virginia Community College
South Boston, Virginia
06.2015

Skills

  • Emergency response
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Inmate supervision
  • Inmate monitoring
  • Safety and security enforcement
  • Self-defense tactics
  • Safety
  • Weapons training
  • Prisoner transport
  • Work crew management
  • Organizational skills
  • Decision-making
  • Safety and security
  • Multitasking
  • Order taking
  • Safe food handling
  • Payment processing
  • Table setting
  • Time management
  • Supply restocking
  • Point of sale systems
  • Warehouse organization

Languages

Patois
Full Professional

Cook

In my free time, I enjoy cooking.

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Danville Adult Detention Center
09.2025 - Current

Repack

Dollar General Distribution Center
08.2019 - 09.2025

Waitress

Romas Restaurant
04.2016 - 12.2018

GED -

Southside Virginia Community College