Sonya Perry

Senior Classification Specialist responsible for:

• Provided daily reports to administration and all levels of chain of command for accountability of all inmates.
• Trained and mentored new Classification Specialists.
• Organized and and led meetings with other departments regarding classification of high profile and transgender inmates.
• Managed a database of classification information, maintaining accurate records and facilitating easy retrieval when needed.
• Maintained open lines of communication between colleagues and multiple internal departments, while reviewing cases to ensure appropriate housing of inmates.
• Communicated with local, state, and federal agencies on a daily basis to gather important intel on incoming inmates.
• Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss issues, share best practices, and collaborate on solutions for achieving optimal classification results.

• Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
• Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
• Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
• Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
• Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
• Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
• Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
• Reduced escape attempts, crimes, and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
• Promoted a positive environment for rehabilitation with effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.

• Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
• Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
• Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
• Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
• Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
• Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
• Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
• Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
• Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
• Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
• Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
• Supported administrative tasks such as coordinating visitation schedules, answering phones, and filing reports as needed for smooth daily operations.
• Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
• Exercised restraint when necessary while maintaining respect for individual rights during arrestee bookings or disciplinary actions against inmates.
• Reduced inmate altercations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.