Jessica Hillis
Gravenhurst,CA
Summary
Proven track record in property enhancement and inmate management, with notable achievements at Muskoka Conservancy and Corrections Canada. Excelled in using hand tools for maintenance and fostering teamwork. Significantly improved property aesthetics and inmate communication, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to excellence. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Keeper
Muskoka Conservancy
07.2024 - Current
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Assisted in development of new garden layout that became focal point for visitor enjoyment.
- Collaborated with management to develop long-term plans for property enhancements and upgrades.
- Improved property aesthetics, performed seasonal planting, and mulching.
Correctional Officer
Corrections Canada
03.2002 - 09.2021
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Education
Diploma - Law Enforcement
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON06.1998
Skills
- Customer service and assistance
- Watering lawns and trees
- Repairs and maintenance
- Using hand tools
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Flexible Schedule
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Grounds Keeper
Muskoka Conservancy
07.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
Corrections Canada
03.2002 - 09.2021
Diploma - Law Enforcement
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
The environment
Safety and security of the public
Accomplishments
- Seized numerous weapons during random cell searches.
- Routinely supervised more than 100 detainee inmates.
- Promoted to Level II Corrections Officer after 18 years of employment.
- Documented and resolved inmate conflicts which led to the safety and security of the public.
- Achieved 45 day reports through effectively helping with the keeping a record of the inmates performance in the institution.
- Conduct routine patrols and inmate counts, supervised inmate movement and escort inmates both inside and outside the institution, searched cells, offenders, visitors, vehicles, living units, and surrounding areas, conduct security checks and perform other duties as necessary and verified safety equipment
- Draft daily logs, submitted reports, briefed visitors, volunteers, and other criminal justice professionals who enter the institution
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