PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Renita Jackson

Leon County Sheriff’s Office
Chattahoochee,FL
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience

Dedicated and experienced security and corrections professional with over 20 years of experience maintaining safety, supervising individuals, and de-escalating high-risk situations. Strong communicator with proven ability to enforce regulations and support successful reintegration. Reliable, detail-oriented, and effective in high-pressure environments.

Work History

Correctional Officer

2 Months
Leon County Sheriff’s Office | 01.2026 - 03.2026
  • Maintained care, custody, and control of inmates in a secure detention environment
  • Enforced institutional rules, policies, and safety procedures to uphold a secure environment
  • Monitored inmate behavior, intervening in disturbances to maintain safety and security
  • Conducted routine security checks and inspections of housing units to ensure compliance with safety standards
  • Ensured safety and security of staff, inmates, and facility operations

Institutional Security Specialist

2 Years 11 Months
Department Of Children and Families, State of Florida | 01.2023 - 12.2025

I conducted security specialists' duties as mentioned in my previous FSH role. I was also the backup person for fingerprinting and IDs, I processed fingerprints into Livescan, (electronic technology used to capture digital fingerprints), and entered potential employees' data into the Agency for Health Care Administration-(ACHA), and issued keys to newly hired employees..

Conducted comprehensive security assessments to identify vulnerabilities in child protection facilities.

Developed and implemented safety protocols to enhance the security of sensitive information.

Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to ensure effective crisis response strategies.

Institutional Security Specialist I

8 Years 7 Months
Department of Children and Families | 02.2014 - 09.2022
  • Monitored facility operations, ensuring safety and security for all personnel
  • Identified and diffused potentially harmful situations, preventing escalation and maintaining safety
  • Documented incidents accurately, providing clear records for future reference and analysis
  • Documented incidents accurately and thoroughly
  • Worked effectively both independently and as part of a team

Correctional Officer

11 Years 11 Months
Department of Corrections | 03.2002 - 02.2014
  • Supervised inmates to ensure safety, security, compliance with regulations
  • Facilitated inmate reintegration and job readiness programs to enhance post-release success
  • Conducted orientations for new inmates
  • Collaborated with workforce programs to connect inmates with employment opportunities
  • Performed job site checks and monitored compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Webber International University | Babson Park

General Studies - Transfer Coursework

South Florida Community College | Avon Park

Skills

Security & Surveillance
Crisis management
Problem Solving
Time organization
Incident documentation
Prioritization
Interpersonal communication
Customer Service
Safety Protocols

Certification

  • Certified Correctional Officer
  • Class D Security License
  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Leon County Sheriff’s Office
01.2026 - 03.2026Read More

Institutional Security Specialist

Department Of Children and Families, State of Florida
01.2023 - 12.2025Read More

Institutional Security Specialist I

Department of Children and Families
02.2014 - 09.2022Read More

Correctional Officer

Department of Corrections
03.2002 - 02.2014Read More

South Florida Community College

General Studies from Transfer Coursework
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Webber International University

Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
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Renita Jackson