Sharlisa Walker
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Warden (Retired)
New York City Department of Corrections
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Implementing programs to reduce idle time for the Young Adult Population
- Allocation of staff and management for overtime reduction and equitable coverage
- Ensured safety and welfare of staff, Persons in Custody and visitors at all times
- Supervised team of correctional officers, providing guidance on proper procedures and conflict resolution strategies
- Implementation of Restorative housing areas, focusing on the mixture of SRG affiliated individuals
- Tracking and monitoring of all use of force incidents, assault on staff, inmate fights and all unusual incidents, inclusive of Genetic and Rapid Review
- Monitored Persons in Custody behavior and took appropriate action to address misconduct or rule violations
- Coordinated programs such as education, rehabilitation and vocational training to reduce recidivism
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and protocols
- Work in conjunction with the Civilian Service Providers to ensure all Persons in Custody are in receipt of all programming and services
- Introduction of the Fatherless No More Initiative as well as Alani Anthony (Lala) 360 initiative
- Maintained order among Persons in Custody with structured control and effective dispute resolution skills
ACTING WARDEN
12.2021 - 08.2021
- Implemented the Body Worn Camera for staff while on duty
- Supervise the Rose Petal Boutique to ensure the females in custody to have proper attire for re-introduction into society
- Implemented programming which provided make-up to incarcerated individuals for a boost of self esteem
- Successfully consolidated housing units with decreasing population
- Deployed Correction Officers to other facilities affected by COVID-19 staffing crisis
ACTING WARDEN
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Placement and Removal of individuals in Punitive Segregation
- Review all documentation to ensure all individuals placed in Punitive Segregation are in compliance of policy surrounding placement
- Supervise all individuals in separation status from all facilities
- Initiated 4 Hour Lock Out for Punitive Segregation
- Pilot Introduction of Body Worn Cameras for the Department
ACTING WARDEN
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Supervision of all high profile individuals
- Managed daily operation of correctional facility
- Introduction of tablet program to reduce idle time of Persons in Custody
Deputy Warden of Administration/Programs
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Management of all personnel assigned to the command
- Ensure compliance with the overtime budget and accountability of staff scheduling
- Supervising functions inclusive of approving leave of absence, counseling employees and the discipline of employees when policies and procedures were not adhered to
- Identified areas for cost reduction and increased efficiency in daily operations
- Monitored facility to ensure safety, security and proper maintenance
- Supervise Non-Uniform staff assigned to Maintenance, Food Service, Commissary, Law Library and Social Services
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback for improvement
- Handled conflict resolution among staff members
- Coordinated training programs for employees to enhance skills and productivity
Education
BBA - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY09-1997
Timeline
ACTING WARDEN
12.2021 - 08.2021
Warden (Retired)
New York City Department of Corrections
08.2021 - 06.2023
ACTING WARDEN
02.2019 - 01.2020
ACTING WARDEN
12.2018 - 02.2019
Deputy Warden of Administration/Programs
10.2017 - 12.2018
BBA - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
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