Tiffany Miles
Lake Station,IN
Summary
Rational Correctional Officer Sergeant with an assertive and firm demeanor. Committed to maintaining ethical and moral standards while supervising and monitoring staff and offenders. Familiar with mental health and behavioral disorders. Accomplished Correctional Officer Sergeant offering 5 years of experience managing inmate safety and order in prison security institutions. Focused and detail-oriented with comprehensive weapons training. Adept at remaining on high alert at all times and managing security risks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
State Of Indiana Department Of Correction
06.2019 - Current
- Improved staff performance by providing training and guidance on institutional policies and best practices.
- Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
- Managed inmate housing assignments to maintain optimal safety levels within the institution.
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Provided cpr and first aid when needed
- Responded to high stress and dangerous situations
- crowd control
- Streamlined record-keeping processes, maintaining accurate documentation of incidents and daily activities within the facility.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying up-to-date on changes in laws and guidelines related to corrections work.
- Facilitated positive relationships between staff members and inmates by encouraging respectful interactions at all times.
- Assisted in the development of operational plans for emergency situations, ensuring a well-prepared response team.
- Served as a role model for subordinates, demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Coordinated responses to critical incidents effectively ensuring minimal disruption to facility operations.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Efficiently managed resources such as time, personnel, and equipment to ensure smooth operations within the correctional facility.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Evaluated job performance of subordinate staff members regularly while providing constructive feedback for improvement opportunities.
- Reduced instances of violence within the institution through effective conflict resolution strategies and communication skills.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of large-scale facility operations including cell searches, shakedowns, and evacuation drills.
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct or rule violations, resulting in fair disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Supervised all employees and performance of tasks and manage hundreds offenders.
- Fostered a culture of respect among staff members through open communication channels and team-building exercises.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Contributed to creating a safer environment for both staff and inmates by maintaining vigilance, reporting concerns, and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty Christian Academy
12.2009
Skills
- Surveillance monitoring
- Conflict Management
- Crisis Management
- Search and seizure procedures
- Records Maintenance
- Inmate Transportation
- Counseling techniques
- Rule Enforcement
- Officer Training
- Team Leadership
- Body Searches
- Inmate monitoring
- Security Protocols
- Restraint Techniques
- Inmate movement control
- Emergency Response
- Inventory counting
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Training
- Behavioral Management
- Crowd Control
- Customer Service
- Task Prioritization
- Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
State Of Indiana Department Of Correction
06.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Liberty Christian Academy
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