Ricky Jay McMillan
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Morton,IL
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience
In the last 20 years I have mastered coaching, counseling, and mentoring subordinates in a variety of different life roles. Most recently I completed 12 years as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer, 8 years as a Military Policeman, and 3 years as a Defense Travel Administrator. Focused on delivering effective leadership, support, and guidance. Committed to fostering growth and enhancing operational efficiency. Within these positions I have gained proficiency in MS Office, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and case management skills. I also spent time formatting various documents, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations. I am passionate about confidentiality practices, time management, conflict resolution, effective communication, and criminal justice. I look forward to expanding my skill set and gaining knowledge in additional areas of interest.
Work History
Unit Team Correctional Counselor
11 Years 6 Months- As The Unit Team Correctional Counselor. I was responsible for an average inmate caseload of 300.
- I worked with inmates to discuss and assess re-entry needs while following up on the completion of recommended programs, including facilitating re-entry programs and monitoring mail.
- I organized and prioritized work assignments, addressing time-sensitive tasks effectively.
- I generated frequent rosters to monitor inmate releases and plan work.
- I maintained and updated a database for an emergency response team according to established instructions.
- I reviewed various sources of information (i.e., Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports, Sentry data, Judgment and Commitment Orders, inmate Program Review forms; National Crime Information Center (NCIC), and Bureau policy) pertaining to the inmate and made appropriate determinations and recommendations, based on the data reviewed.
- I have reviewed and reported suspicious inmate correspondence to prevent possible security breaches; I also provided recommendations to revise policy.
- I obtained information to prepare responses to written inmate requests. I conducted inventory audits of accountable property assigned to other departments. I have evaluated inmate disciplinary sanctions to make discipline recommendations to the supervisor. I retrieved and interpreted information involving sensitive inmate issues (i.e., notification of inmate physical or sexual assault) and reported it appropriately
- I assisted the supervisor in facilitating inmate training during intake. I have identified and documented discrepancies/policy deviations during internal/external audits. I made recommendations to supervisors for inmate disciplinary sanctions. I performed internal audits and submitted findings for further action.
- I conducted classes and group meetings to encourage positive behavior and lifestyle changes, for a successful transition into the community.
- I provided instructional guidance to special needs students. I have confirmed group facilitators for a re-entry or recovery group; I answered general academic questions from potential students.
- I researched new re-entry programs and provided information to program coordinators. I reviewed case studies/statistics for re-entry programs for evaluation.
- I oversaw the daily correctional and programming needs of inmates while providing supervision and maintaining institution security.
- I followed policies and procedures to effectively carry out duties that contribute to the health and welfare of inmates and promote effective communication to reduce litigation and potential conflicts.
- I reviewed incident report for details and made recommendations during discipline hearing. I conducted walkthroughs of inmate living areas for compliance of standards and made corrective actions, prior to an audit or assessment.
- I searched inmate high alert mail and monitored high alert calls and made the proper notifications to the institution intelligence database for possible security concerns. I responded to institution disturbances and deployed non-lethal munitions. I maintained accountability for inmates in specialized housing units (i.e., Special Housing Unit (SHU), Special Management Unit (SMU), Administrative Maximum (ADX) Security Unit, Death Row).
- I provided documentation for internal/external audits I conducted mass interviews after an institution emergency.
- I prepared and escorted inmates to court hearings/medical appointments. I provided supervision of inmates on suicide watch. I responded to inmate attempted suicides and assisted with life-saving measures. I provided instructions to inmates housed in mental health unit.
- I interacted daily with inmates, other staff, management, other government agencies, community contacts, and inmate family members. The communication was effective with all levels of contact.
- I was able to show understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern and politeness to others, which could include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed.
- Related effectively to diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment by respecting cultural differences.
- I have provided instructions to the emergency preparedness team as the team leader in crisis. I provided detailed commands to inmates during disturbances to regain control of the situation. I provided specialized training and guidance to new staff.
- I provided guidance and resource information to veterans, and individuals with special needs or disabilities. I provided suggestions to community officials at community board meetings. I provided security and instructions to participants at large community event.
- I identified signs of inmate stress, tension, and abnormal behavior, to facilitate early intervention and conflict resolution.
- I maintained timesheets, annual leave schedules and all payroll records for my unit team. I applied the appropriate account codes and shift differentials for 3rd shift, weekends, and holidays. After accuracy was verified, I submitted timesheets to payroll for processing.
- I ordered organization supplies on a whole institutional level. I tracked and maintained supplies levels.
Defense Travel Administrator /Military Police Officer
7 Years 7 Months- I served as point of contact for administrative, technical and guidance. I provided training for all personnel using DTS.
- I ensured daily operations were customer service focused. I reviewed all DTS authorizations/vouchers processing through the system for accuracy and correct/efficient use of mission funds on a daily basis.
- I Ensured accuracy of the DTS user profile database. I verified effective controls were in place to ensure controlled access to Privacy Act information. I gave support as needed to the Debt Management Program monitor on debt management issues and problem resolutions.
- I assisted in maintaining lines of accounting and assigning these lines to correct activities. I ensured that all financial information remained current and accurate. I analyzed and performed audits on all types of travel documents for accuracy and propriety of expenditure of funds. I ensured that requests for payments were complete, accurate, and conformed to all applicable regulations.
- I was responsible for assisting in overall mission program management to include delinquency management. I analyzed program relationships between DTS and the GTCC programs to develop procedures and policies to meet and comply with FORSCOM directives.
- I directed, coordinated, and oversaw desk operations and provided general supervision and technical guidance and direction to civilian and military police personnel. I provided technical and administrative supervision for patrol and emergency communications operations.
- I briefed shift personnel on activities and pertinent shift information such as stolen vehicles, missing persons, felony suspects in area, current threat condition status, scheduled case escorts, etc. I informed civilian and military police personnel of changes in policy and operating procedures. I ensured the standard operating procedures (SOP) book was current and continuously updated.
- I conducted training sessions for new civilian and military police personnel. I familiarized new civilian and military police personnel with various impact area grid coordinates, patrol areas, and codes used for patrol dispatch purposes. I cross-trained personnel for control desk/computer operations and determined the need for more formalized training. I helped develop the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure civilian and military police personnel technical competence.
- I received and recorded radio, telephone, and personal messages. I processed requests for information and assistance. I handled calls emergencies, complaints, violations, crimes in progress, accidents, etc. I prepared journals/blotters/reports. I reviewed police reports and case files for clarity/legibility, accuracy, etc. I returned errors to the originator for correction. I conducted intake screening interviews, and one-on-one client interviews in social service organization.
- I requested and reviewed NCICs for visitors and recommended approval/disapproval based on potential security risks to the entire military instillation. I prepared incident reports describing prohibited acts.
Education
Some college (no degree) - Criminal Justice
- Credits Earned: 90 Semester Hours
- Job-related training: Leadership Training with the Federal Bureau of Prisons, (BPT) Basic Prisoners Transport Certified, Certified in CIMS, and UDC, Purchase Card Holder (UFMS) for the Federal Bureau Of Prisons, Organization Defense Travel Administrator Certification course, Military Police School One Station Unit Training, United States Army Leadership Course, Law Enforcement Training Seminar, Certified Combat Life Saver, Long-Range Marksmanship Certification, Close Quarters Marksmanship Certification, Special Reaction Team (SRT) Certification, Evasive Driving Course-Staff Driver Certification.
Skills
Criminal law expertise
US criminal law expertise
Court proceedings
Case management
Maintain case files
Record keeping
Search procedures
Surveillance practices
Confidentiality practices
Time management
Conflict resolution
Effective communication
Criminal justice
Managing calendars
scheduling appointments
Drafting
typing
formatting
and proofreading various documents
including letters
memos
reports
spreadsheets
and presentations.
Daily entry of work orders
invoices
fuel and equipment usage.
Keep files organize
both paper and electronically.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Certification
Certified Military Police., Certified Defense Travel Administrator.
Additional Information - Summary Of Qualifications
Experienced in Coaching, Counseling, and mentoring subordinates.
Timeline
Unit Team Correctional Counselor
Federal Bureau of Prisons
09.2013 - 03.2025Read More
Defense Travel Administrator /Military Police Officer
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2005 - 03.2013Read More
Illinois Central College
Some college (no degree) from Criminal Justice
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