Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Promotions
Affiliations
Timeline
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Jessica Reil

Port Deposit

Summary

Confident leader dedicated to process and procedure. Exceeds expectations for staff performance, consistently enforces rules and seeks opportunities for team improvement. Offers high integrity, attention to detail and excellent decision-making abilities. Seasoned Correctional Sergeant with background in overseeing daily operations of correctional facilities. Known for maintaining safety and security, conducting inmate counts, and enforcing facility rules and regulations effectively. Strengths include crisis management, conflict resolution skills, and ability to lead teams efficiently. Notable impact includes successful implementation of de-escalation techniques resulting in improved facility environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Deputy Sheriff

Cecil County Correctional Facility
Elkton
02.2016 - Current
  • Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within the facility.
  • Conducted routine inspections of cells and common areas for contraband.
  • Assisted in the transportation of inmates to court and medical appointments.
  • Collaborated with staff to enforce facility rules and regulations consistently.
  • Documented incidents and wrote reports on inmate behavior and activities.
  • Trained new deputies on procedures, policies, and emergency protocols.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring swift resolution of conflicts.
  • Ensured compliance with state laws governing corrections operations.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as fights among inmates or medical emergencies requiring immediate attention.
  • Assisted in transporting prisoners between correctional facilities or institutions for court hearings or medical appointments.
  • Provided assistance in courtroom proceedings by escorting inmates to and from court appearances, maintaining order in the courtroom, providing testimony as needed, and ensuring the safe transport of inmates back to their cells.
  • Supervised inmate visits to ensure proper conduct of visitors, as well as compliance with established visitation policies.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers, supervisors, inmates, attorneys, judges, family members and outside agencies regarding issues related to incarceration.
  • Conducted investigations into alleged rule violations or misconduct involving inmates and staff members.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports documenting all events that occurred during shift operations.
  • Searched inmate living areas for contraband items such as weapons or drugs using metal detectors or other specialized equipment.
  • Organized paperwork associated with prisoner movement including releases, transfers and extraditions.
  • Assisted in training new officers on policies and procedures related to correctional work.
  • Maintained order and security within the jail facility by monitoring inmates' activities, enforcing rules, and conducting searches.
  • Performed basic first aid duties for injured inmates or staff members.
  • Monitored video surveillance systems used in jails to detect suspicious activity inside the facility.
  • Participated in physical fitness activities required for job performance including running drills, obstacle courses and self-defense techniques.
  • Provided support services during special events held at correctional facilities such as graduation ceremonies or award banquets.
  • Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
  • Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
  • Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
  • Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
  • Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Oversaw assigned court trips for jailers, maintaining security of staff and public.
  • Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
  • Notified medical staff of inmates requiring medical attention and submitted proper incident reports.
  • Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
  • Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
  • Settled disputes between inmates.
  • Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
  • Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Aberdeen High School
251 Paradise Rd Aberdeen, MD 21001
05-2003

Skills

  • Inmate supervision
  • Incident reporting
  • Emergency response
  • Policy enforcement
  • Contraband searching
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Verbal de-escalation
  • Safety procedures
  • Situational awareness
  • Training facilitation
  • Team collaboration
  • Documentation management
  • Legal compliance

Accomplishments

  • In November 2019, received two Sheriff Salute's: Finding large amounts of cds/contraband and saving the life of an inmate attempting suicide
  • In December 2022 received a Sheriff Salute: Finding large amounts of cds/contraband
  • In December 2023, Made Instructor of the year
  • In December 2023, received a Sheriff Salute: Professionalism, outstanding contributions to the citizens of Cecil County

Certification

  • Completed the Correctional Academy in Sykesville: September to November 2016
  • Completed First Line Supervisor in Sykesville: 2019
  • Completed T for T Basic Instructor Class in Sykesville: 2022
  • Completed American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course: March 2025

Promotions

  • As rank of Deputy First Class in 2017, I trained as the backup Records Officer
  • I made rank of Corporal in October 2018
  • I made rank of Sergeant in March 2020
  • I ran the Transportation team as Sergeant from November 2021 until April 2024
  • Member of the Honor Guard: 2023 to Present
  • Promoted to position of Administrative Sergeant: April 2024 to Present

Affiliations

  • In the current position that I hold as Administrative Sergeant I over see multiple tasks. I help instruct all Academy Classes that the new hired Correctional Deputies and Counselor's have to go through. I teach multiple Pre-Service and In-Service classes. I also oversee the records department. I have also gone the multiple job fairs with the facilities Human Resource Personnel.

Timeline

Correctional Deputy Sheriff

Cecil County Correctional Facility
02.2016 - Current

High School Diploma -

Aberdeen High School
Jessica Reil