Michelle Torio-Payne
Crescent City,CA
Summary
Institutional compliance and operational oversight professional with strengths in inmate supervision, case management, conflict resolution, and accurate reporting. Combines correctional responsibilities with long-term leadership in program coordination, staff development, fundraising, and district operations to support safe environments and effective service delivery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Crescent City, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Monitored inmate movement in compliance with institutional rules.
- Conducted inmate counts and verified cell assignments.
- Searched inmates, cells, and property for contraband items.
- Completed incident reports and maintained accurate entries.
Executive Director
Global Literacy Outreach
Vacaville, CA
06.2009 - 10.2024
- Led donor relations, fundraising, and grant proposals.
- Built partnerships with academic and community organizations.
- Oversaw board meetings, agendas, and governance documentation.
- Managed program budgets, staffing plans, and operational calendars.
District Manager
Spirit Halloween
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
05.2002 - 06.2009
- Directed seasonal store operations across district locations.
- Partnered with leadership on sales planning and store launches.
- Led hiring, onboarding, and training for store management teams.
- Organized promotional events to increase sales volume.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Social Work
National University
San Diego, CA06-2028
Skills
- Institutional compliance
- Operational oversight
- Case management
- Client assessment
- Program coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Partnership building
- Community outreach
- Research and analysis
- Conflict resolution
- Staff supervision
- Contract negotiation
Personal Information
Title: Executive Director
Timeline
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
11.2024 - Current
Executive Director
Global Literacy Outreach
06.2009 - 10.2024
District Manager
Spirit Halloween
05.2002 - 06.2009
Master of Science (M.S.) - Social Work
National University