Roger B. Pauley II
Point Pleasant,WV
Summary
Highly accomplished and dedicated law enforcement professional with 19 years of progressive leadership. Proven track record of facility administration, personnel management, policy development, and logistical oversight. Ready to leverage executive leadership experience and military discipline to optimize institutional safety, regulatory compliance, and administrative workflows.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Superintendent
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Barboursville, WV
03.2025 - Current
- Directed daily administrative, fiscal, and operational functions to ensure facility effectiveness.
- Oversaw personnel management, staff evaluations, and strategic workforce scheduling to align workforce capabilities with institutional goals.
- Ensure strict institutional compliance with federal, state, and local correctional mandates.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders, legal departments, and government bodies to implement and support institutional directives.
- A comprehensive regional facility managing inmate population and secure operations.
- Directed daily correctional operations, ensuring security protocols and facility procedures remained consistent.
- Supervised custody staff, assigned duties, and reinforced accountability across housing and movement functions.
- Reviewed reports, logs, and incident documentation to maintain accurate institutional records.
- Enforced compliance with departmental policies, regulations, and correctional standards.
- Evaluated staffing needs, shift coverage, and operational priorities to support uninterrupted facility function.
- Collaborated with program, medical, and administrative teams to maintain orderly inmate services.
- Guided staff development, corrected performance issues, and strengthened adherence to security expectations.
- Maintained open lines of communication with clients to provide regular updates on project progress, address concerns promptly, and foster trusting relationships built on transparency and professionalism.
- Enhanced communication between departments by implementing weekly meetings and progress reports.
- Supervised staff by checking work against project expectations.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations throughout the construction process.
- Mentored junior colleagues in leadership roles, enabling them to take on more responsibility within the organization successfully over time as they developed professionally under guidance from experienced leaders like myself at each stage of their careers.
- Instructed personnel on use and maintenance of equipment and immediately notified supervisor of needed repairs.
- Led team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and plan upcoming tasks, fostering collaborative work environment.
Correctional Officer VII (Major)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Barboursville, WV
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Commanded large shifts, ensuring security through effective management of mid-level supervisors.
- Conducted incident investigations and administrative audits, facilitating disciplinary reviews to uphold facility standards.
- Oversaw operations of a regional facility for managing inmate populations and ensuring security.
- Enforced facility policies, inmate rules, and safety standards with consistency.
- Coordinated with medical, classification, and custody staff on inmate needs and status changes.
- Mentored new officers on security protocols, emergency response, and professional conduct.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Ensured security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Promoted inmate welfare by monitoring and addressing health concerns promptly.
- Facilitated effective emergency response drills, preparing staff for potential crises.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to ensure smooth transfer of inmates.
Correctional Officer VI (Captain)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Barboursville, WV
11.2019 - 11.2023
- Supervised operational shift rosters and post assignments to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Mentored junior staff while leading immediate response efforts during facility crises to maintain safety and security.
- Prepared detailed incident reports, shift logs, and disciplinary documentation for supervisory review.
- Enforced classification, visitation, and contraband policies while ensuring compliance with jail regulations.
- Coordinated intake, release, and transport activities while verifying inmate identification and custody status.
- Trained newer officers on post procedures, emergency response, and facility safety protocols.
- Supported emergency preparedness efforts by operating lockdown procedures and assisting during critical incidents.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crisis situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Managed inmate population at a regional facility, ensuring secure operations.
Correctional Officer IV (Sergeant)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Barboursville, WV
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed security and daily routines within high-accountability inmate housing unit.
- Oversaw secure operations to ensure safety of inmate population in the facility.
- Supervised inmate movement and maintained order throughout housing units and secure facility areas.
- Documented incidents, infractions, and daily activities with accurate shift reports and log entries.
- Responded to emergencies using established procedures, restraint techniques, and coordinated communication.
- Trained new officers on correctional procedures, safety protocols, and facility expectations.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crisis situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Correctional Officer III
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Barboursville, WV
10.2016 - 02.2019
- Performed routine security inspections and facility-wide searches to ensure safety and compliance.
- A comprehensive regional facility managing an inmate population and secure operations.
- Supervised inmate movement and maintained security during housing, recreation, and visitation operations.
- Conducted routine cell searches, identifying and removing contraband, weapons, and unauthorized materials.
- Documented incidents, inmate counts, and shift activities with accuracy and clear detail.
- Enforced facility policies and corrected noncompliant behavior using approved procedures and restraint methods.
- Assisted with inmate intake, classification, and release processes while verifying identification and property.
- Mentored new correctional staff on safety protocols, inmate supervision, and daily facility operations.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Correctional Officer II (Transportation Department)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Barboursville, WV
05.2008 - 10.2016
- Coordinated and executed high-security transport logistics for inmate medical appointments, court dates, and facility transfers while armed.
- Maintained detailed schedules, custody chains, and compliance records to ensure secure transport operations.
- Oversaw operations of regional facility managing inmate population and security measures.
- Supervised inmate movement and enforced facility rules to maintain safety and security.
- Applied restraints, escort procedures, and control techniques during high-risk situations.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Correctional Officer I
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Barboursville, WV
05.2007 - 05.2008
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure safety and order throughout facility posts.
- Managed a comprehensive regional facility that handled inmate population and secured operations.
- Supervised inmate movement and maintained secure order throughout housing units and common areas.
- Conducted routine security rounds, cell searches, and contraband inspections to enforce facility regulations.
- Responded to disturbances and emergencies using approved restraint and de-escalation procedures.
- Documented inmate behavior, incidents, and shift activity in detailed correctional reports.
- Monitored visitation, recreation, and meal operations to ensure compliance with institutional policies.
- Collaborated with custody staff and supervisors to address safety concerns and operational needs.
- Enforced rules consistently while maintaining professionalism and situational awareness in high-risk environments.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
United States Army
09.1999 - 02.2007
- Oversaw preventive maintenance, technical diagnostics, and heavy repairs on military tactical vehicle fleets, ensuring operational readiness and longevity of vehicles.
- Executed inventory and supply chain tracking for tools, spare parts, and government equipment, supporting efficient operations and minimizing downtime.
- Supervised, trained, and disciplined a team of junior mechanics to maintain mission readiness under high-stress conditions.
- Recovered wheeled and tracked vehicles using 5 Ton Wrecker, Hemtt Wrecker, and M88 Hercules.
- Trained on driving Humvee, 2.5 ton deuce and half and LMTV, 5 Ton M939 Cargo, Wrecker and Bobtail and also pulled flat bed and box trailer, Hemtt Wrecker.
- Dedicated military service specializing in fleet logistics and squad leadership.
Education
High School Diploma -
Point Pleasant High School
Point Pleasant, WV06-1999
Skills
- Safety oversight
- Policy implementation
- Crisis management
- Compliance monitoring
- Quality assurance
- Schedule management
- Strategic planning
- Goal setting
- Policy enforcement
Timeline
Deputy Superintendent
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
03.2025 - Current
Correctional Officer VII (Major)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
11.2023 - 03.2025
Correctional Officer VI (Captain)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
11.2019 - 11.2023
Correctional Officer IV (Sergeant)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
02.2019 - 11.2019
Correctional Officer III
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
10.2016 - 02.2019
Correctional Officer II (Transportation Department)
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
05.2008 - 10.2016
Correctional Officer I
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
05.2007 - 05.2008
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
United States Army
09.1999 - 02.2007
High School Diploma -
Point Pleasant High School