Experience

The State University of New York

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Faculty

  • Sep 2007 - Present

  Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice



Fulton-Montgomery Community College

• Johnstown, NY

• Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice

  • Sep 2007 - Present

  Present instructional material in an inspiring manner within a community college setting; Make effective use of video, internet, whiteboard and other classroom presentation resources; Promote, encourage and reward student academic success; Plan course instruction based on approved syllabus and course outline provided to ensure course content and learning objectives are met; Cover all material in depth and scope as described in syllabus; Employ a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles; Design, administer and grade examinations; Actively work to retain a high level of student retention in all classes taught; Recommend curriculum revisions; Schedule and post office hours to advise, tutor and provide other student assistance as may be necessary to their academic and vocational goals.



THE OFFICE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT TECHNOLOGY COMMERICALIZATION

• West Virginia High Tech Consortium Foundation, Wheeling, West Virginia

• Program Manager - Corrections

  • Jul 2006 - Sep 2007

  Served as a Subject Matter Expert within the Public Safety and Homeland Security Group to network, liaison and build partnerships within the corrections community to include local, county, state and the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Evaluated and prioritized technologies according to the National Institute of Justice Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Advisory Committee priorities and information obtained from national conferences. Conducted database searches, statistical analysis and interpretation of data provided by all sources, worked directly with inventors, laboratories and other institutions to identify, test, evaluate and commercialize corrections specific technologies. Worked directly with the American Correctional Association to identify and process required corrections specific technology. Participatde in all National Institute of Justice Working Groups as the Corrections Expert.



Naugatuck Valley Community College

• Higher Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Sep 1984 - May 2006

  Provided direct training and instruction to college students in a variety of Criminal Justice Topics, including Introduction to Criminal Justice, Corrections, Correctional Counseling, Crime Scene Investigation, Criminology and Security. Also served as a member of the Faculty Search and Criminal Justice Advisory Committees. Provided direct training and instruction to college students in a variety of Criminal Justice Topics, including Introduction to Criminal Justice, Corrections, Correctional Counseling, Crime Scene Investigation, Criminology and Security. Also served as a member of the Faculty Search and Criminal Justice Advisory Committees.



OFFICE OF THE COALITION PROVISIONAL AUTHORITY

• Ministry of Justice, Republican Palace, Baghdad, Iraq

• Subject Matter Expert/Advisor (Senior Executive Service)

  • Aug 2003 - May 2004

  As a subcontractor, assisted in the activation of the new National Iraqi Corrections Service. Drafted National Policy Orders to effect the implementation of international standards and operating systems. Executed a range of reconstruction projects including prisons, detention centers, a national training facility and an administrative office complex. Developed requirements and specifications for the construction of new prison facilities. Established end user requirements for an integrated Criminal Justice Information Database. Activated the Internal Affairs Function. Trained, mentored, coached and developed Iraqi Corrections Personnel in a variety of roles and functions.



Tunxis Community College

• Farmington, CT

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Sep 1995 - May 2003

  Provided lecture and instruction to students within the criminal justice curriculum focused upon the topic of Corrections. Also served as a member of the college’s Criminal Justice Command Institute Advisory Board. Provided lecture and instruction to students within the criminal justice curriculum focused upon the topic of Corrections. Also served as a member of the college’s Criminal Justice Command Institute Advisory Board.



Central Connecticut State University

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Sep 1994 - May 2003

  Developed curriculum and provided lecture and instruction to graduate students on the topic of Leadership and Change within Criminal Justice Organizations. Also served as a Curriculum Development Advisor for the Graduate Programs in Criminal Justice. Developed curriculum and provided lecture and instruction to graduate students on the topic of Leadership and Change within Criminal Justice Organizations. Also served as a Curriculum Development Advisor for the Graduate Programs in Criminal Justice.



CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION

• Commissioner (Retired from State Service 4-1-03)

  • Jan 1995 - Apr 2003

  As the Chief Executive Officer, administered, coordinated and controlled the operations of an agency of 21,000 offenders assigned to 18 facilities and community supervision programs, 7,000 employees, and a budget of $500,000,000. Established rules and implemented agency-wide policies in accordance with national standards for the administrative practices, security and rehabilitative methods including disciplinary and behavior management, diagnostic, classification, counseling, substance abuse, medical and mental health treatment, vocational and academic education, research and statistics. Implemented a department wide compliance audit and inspection protocol. Organized and operated programs for the development, training and professional certification of staff. Implemented a standards project and successfully achieved national accreditation of a number of facilities and programs, including the CDOC training academy and the first female correctional facility in the nation to be accredited by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care. Implemented a Statewide master roster policy governing Posting and Staff Deployment and implemented a Centralized Transportation Unit. Planned and executed a variety of facility expansion projects. Participated in planning with Federal Authorities for expanded regional cooperation for the increased number of civil and criminal INS and USMS detainees’ post 9/11. Contracted with a variety of state, federal and non-profit entities for the care and custody of offenders in community supervision and interstate compact programs.

• Deputy Commissioner

  • Jan 1994 - Jan 1995

  Administered the Division of Programs and Treatment, including the budget and sub-divisions of Offender Classification and Population Management, Community Services, Counseling Services, Correctional School District #1, Correctional Industries, Religious Services, and Addiction Services. Developed model programs for Violent Offender Management and Security Risk Groups/Gang Renunciation.

• District Director

  • Mar 1992 - Jan 1994

  Administered, controlled and coordinated all custodial operations and rehabilitation programs for the six Northern Region correctional facilities and district support services, including Fiscal, Human Resources and Engineering Services.

• Superintendent/Warden III

  • Oct 1990 - Mar 1992

  Directed and administered the operation of a 720-bed facility for inmates between the ages of 16 and 21 years, sentenced as Youthful Offenders under Connecticut General Statutes. Supervised 400 employees, and developed facility budget, policies, procedures and post orders.

• Warden I

  • Feb 1989 - Oct 1990

  Activated, Directed and Administered the operations of a 114-bed pre-trial detention center for adult males, supervised 70 employees, and developed facility policies and procedures.

• Major

  • Jun 1985 - Feb 1989

  As Chief of Security, Managed the custody program of 1,000 high security sentenced inmates, developed operating procedures, post orders and assignments of 600 employees, and ensured the integrity of facility security and supporting systems through systematic inspection of grounds, buildings, fixtures and equipment.

• Captain

  • Mar 1984 - Jun 1985

  As shift commander, trained and supervised 150 personnel, and ensured the security of the detainee population, buildings, grounds and operations.

• Administrative Captain

  • Mar 1983 - Mar 1984

  As an Administrative Hearing Officer, implemented a pilot program for inmate Disciplinary Procedures and Administrative Segregation. Directed and coordinated disciplinary and administrative hearings for 2,000 inmates throughout the corrections complex, and maintained due process safeguards during proceedings.

• Lieutenant/Investigator

  • Jun 1982 - Mar 1983

  Conducted internal investigations and security audits throughout the agency, designed and modified administrative directives and standards, worked with other Law Enforcement agencies conducting criminal or administrative investigations involving inmates, members of the public or departmental personnel.

• Rehabilitation Service Officer II

  • Sep 1980 - Jun 1982

  Administered a range of counseling and treatment programs at a pre-trial detention facility, including Intake, Special Offenders and Addiction Services, supervised 10 counselors of subordinate grades. Assigned a caseload of the more difficult offenders whom required more intensive levels of counseling.

• Treatment Officer

  • Aug 1978 - Sep 1980

  As a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team, supervised and counseled offenders assigned to segregation with a wide range of disciplinary, behavioral and mental health needs. Performed individual and group counseling.

• Correction Officer

  • Jan 1977 - Aug 1978

  Directed, controlled and supervised inmates in the daily activities of a large pre-trial confinement facility. One year of this experience was performed as the facility Booking Officer assigned to oversee the Admitting and Discharge Processing Unit.



University of New Haven

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Jan 1989 - Dec 1997

  Provided lecture and instruction to undergraduate and graduate level students in a variety of Criminal Justice Topics including Legal Issues in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Correctional Treatment Programs, Counseling and Leadership in Criminal Justice Organizations. Also served as a member of the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee. Provided lecture and instruction to undergraduate and graduate level students in a variety of Criminal Justice Topics including Legal Issues in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Correctional Treatment Programs, Counseling and Leadership in Criminal Justice Organizations. Also served as a member of the Criminal Justice Advisory Committee.