Robin Shidler
Flat Rock,IL
Summary
Experienced Correctional Sergeant skilled in staff supervision, emergency response, and policy enforcement. Proven ability to maintain safety and security while implementing effective inmate rehabilitation strategies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and institutional policies.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain security standards and identify potential hazards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on emergency response protocols and conflict resolution techniques.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance inmate rehabilitation programs.
- Managed incident reports, documenting occurrences accurately for review and analysis.
- Facilitated communication between administration and correctional officers to streamline procedures.
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Supervised [Number] employees and performance of tasks and managed [Number] offenders.
Correctional Officer
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
06.2018 - 04.2022
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of premises to identify and report safety hazards.
- Responded swiftly to incidents, employing de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts.
- Monitored inmate behavior and compliance with facility rules and regulations.
Correctional Officer
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
02.2001 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective strategies for inmate rehabilitation.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Documented daily occurrences, maintaining accurate records of inmate interactions and incidents.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Education
GED -
Lawrenceville High School
Lawrenceville, ILAssociate of Science - Nursing Education
Lincoln Trail College
Robinson, ILSkills
- De-escalation techniques
- Emergency response
- Body searches
- Policy enforcement
- Inmate transportation
- Staff supervision
- Security protocols
- Rule enforcement
- Inmate supervision
- Restraint techniques
- Rules of conduct
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
10.2020 - 04.2022
Correctional Officer
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
06.2018 - 04.2022
Correctional Officer
State of Illinois- Department of Correction
02.2001 - 06.2018
GED -
Lawrenceville High School
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Lincoln Trail College