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Megan Longmire

Front Royal

Summary

Dynamic Correctional Lieutenant with extensive experience at RSW Regional Jail, excelling in policy enforcement and crisis management. Proven track record in fostering a respectful environment while leading teams through emergency situations. Skilled in de-escalation techniques and employee coaching, ensuring safety and compliance within the facility.



Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Lieutenant

RSW Regional Jail
11.2020 - Current
  • Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
  • Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
  • Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
  • Participated in development of correctional policies and procedures.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different jail locations.

Correctional Sergeant

RSW Regional Jail
01.2017 - 11.2020
  • Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
  • Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
  • Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
  • Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.

Safety and Compliance Officer

RSW Regional Jail
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Set up VA DOC compliance program within the institution and oversaw two 100% audits.

Records and Classification Officer

RSW Regional Jail
12.2013 - 08.2015
  • Interviewed inmates and prepared classification and progress reports.
  • Maintained inmate information in department offender database.
  • Audited inmate files to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05-2004

Skills

  • Policy development and enforcement
  • Weapons training
  • Mental health awareness
  • Employee coaching
  • Defensive tactics
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Facility maintenance
  • Incident investigation
  • Security protocols
  • Crisis intervention training
  • Staff scheduling
  • Suicide prevention

Certification

DCJS General Instructor

DCJS Defensive Tactics Instructor

DCJS Firearms Instructor (including Pistol Mounted Optics)

CIT/Mental Health First Aid Certified

American Heart Association CPR Instructor

American College of Surgeons Stop the Bleed Instructor

VCIN Limited Access Certified

Timeline

Correctional Lieutenant

RSW Regional Jail
11.2020 - Current

Correctional Sergeant

RSW Regional Jail
01.2017 - 11.2020

Safety and Compliance Officer

RSW Regional Jail
08.2015 - 01.2017

Records and Classification Officer

RSW Regional Jail
12.2013 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

James Madison University

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