TIANA CUTTINO-CHILDRESS
Merrillville
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional ensuring safety and security within correctional environments. Expertise in supervising inmate activities, developing training programs, and enforcing policy compliance. Committed to upholding ethical standards and fostering a positive institutional culture.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Federal Correctional Officer
U.S. Department of Justice
Chicago
04.2021 - Current
- Maintain safety and security of staff, inmates, and the public within the institution.
- Supervised inmate workers, monitored movement, and reported suspicious behavior or violations to maintain institutional safety.
- Conduct official counts, perform scheduled censuses, and search for contraband.
- Conducted welfare checks every 30 minutes in general population and every 15 minutes for inmates on suicide observation to ensure inmate well-being.
- Administer random drug and alcohol tests.
- Supervise inmate orderlies and ensure assigned duties are completed to institutional standards.
- Review inmate rosters, confirm housing locations, and coordinate clear counts with staff.
- Process new commitments and release documentation in accordance with policy.
- Managed security operations at MCC Chicago, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
Security Supervisor
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
Gary
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Created and implemented the Officer Training Program Curriculum.
- Scheduled officer post assignments based on operational and guest volume.
- Scheduled officer post assignments to align with operational needs and enhance guest experience.
- Supported investigations involving guests and employees and prepared detailed incident reports.
- Conducted interviews, made hiring recommendations, and coordinated new hire training with Human Resources.
- Delivered PowerPoint presentations during staff meetings addressing safety, policy updates, and guest services.
- Delivered staff meeting presentations on safety, policy updates, and guest services to ensure team awareness and compliance.
- Conducted weekly, monthly, and annual staff evaluations, addressed disciplinary actions, and issued Officer Awards.
- Conducted staff evaluations and addressed disciplinary actions while recognizing outstanding performance through Officer Awards.
- Assisted in the development of Standard Operating Procedures in compliance with Indiana Gaming Commission Internal Controls.
Jail Officer
Porter County Jail
Valparaiso
02.2018 - 04.2021
- Ensured safety and security of facility, protecting staff and inmates.
- Conducted official counts, hourly and welfare rounds, and monitored disciplinary and suicide-watch units.
- Processed arrestees, including felony DNA collection.
- Assigned housing for newly classified inmates based on classifications.
- Assisted medical staff during pill line and ensured proper medication administration.
- Coordinated daily medical appointments and documented disciplinary and emergency incidents for accurate record-keeping.
- Inspected and secured inmate mail to prevent contraband and ensure compliance with regulations.
Education
High School Diploma - General Curriculum
Merrillville High School
Merrillville, INSkills
- Security and Inmate Supervision
- Incident investigation
- Emergency coordination
- Risk assessment
- Policy management
- Operational planning
- Leadership training
- Staff evaluation
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Discretion
Certification
- Administer Alcohol/Drug Testing
- CPR/AED Certified
- Firearm Certified
- Baton Certified
- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray Certified
- PREA Certified (Prison Rape Elimination Act)
Timeline
Security Supervisor
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
10.2021 - 12.2022
Federal Correctional Officer
U.S. Department of Justice
04.2021 - Current
Jail Officer
Porter County Jail
02.2018 - 04.2021
High School Diploma - General Curriculum
Merrillville High School