Jennifer Carper Email & Phone Number

Texas, United States

Huntsville, Texas, United States

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is the central oversight authority for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) emergency management preparedness and response. The office coordinates with groups throughout the TDCJ to develop and update emergency response plans, continuity of operations plans, and the Homeland Security Strategic Plan.The OEM Director represents the TDCJ on the Texas Emergency Management Advisory Council (TEMAC). The OEM Director is also the agency representative for activations at the State Operations Center (SOC). These activities involve logistical coordination of resources or deployment of TDCJ law enforcement staff to assist during incidents and planned events. OEM works with most TDCJ operational divisions to provide a representative to disaster district committees throughout the state.Further, OEM oversees all mitigation reports and activities for the agency; works to identify potential hazards and threats to the agency; and develops mapping, modeling, and forecasting tools to lessen their effects. The office also trains agency staff on roles and expectations during emergencies and command center activations. Working in conjunction with the Correctional Institutions Division, OEM provides all necessary training for security staff and unit personnel on the Incident Command System. The office also coordinates National Incident Management System training.

Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States

Performed advanced supervisory work in the care and custody of inmates. Work involved directing the activities of assigned staff engaged in maintaining order and discipline. Worked under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Directed overall supervision of correctional officers and inmates. Supervised and directed searches for contraband; counts, fed, and supervised inmates in housing, work, and other areas. Supervised and provided custody and security of inmates including observing actions of inmates, performed pat and strip searches of inmates, restrained and secured sometimes assaultive inmates, and transferred and transported inmates. Responded to emergencies including climbing stairs, steps, and ladders while searching for escaped inmates, hearing calls for and calling for help, and gave first aid at the emergency site. Carried an injured or unconscious inmate, or employee, to safety. Carried out all other duties not listed, as assigned.

Dallas, Texas & Palestine, Texas United States

Performed complex supervisory work in the care and custody of inmates. Work involved scheduling, training, and supervising staff; and maintaining order and discipline among inmates. Worked under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Supervised and directed searches for contraband and provided security; counted, fed, and supervised inmates in housing, work, and other areas. Functioned as shift supervisor; supervised, instructed, trained, and ensured the safety of assigned employees and inmates; scheduled employees and inmates work and off-duty time; and assisted in formulating security and work procedures. Read, reviewed, and properly applied information found in inmate records which was related to the inmate’s health and safety and to the security of the facility; provided appropriate information to other personnel; complied with all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; enforced inmate disciplinary rules; and supervised the preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and reports. Performed a variety of marginal duties not listed.

Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Investigated allegations of child abuse and neglect. Conducted interviews and gathered information to determine if abuse or neglect occurred. These interviews included children, parents, family, teachers, medical staff, and law enforcement. Assessed child safety and took necessary actions to ensure child safety. Testified in court to seek emergency protective orders. Documented all relevant information and ensured all forms were completed accurately and timely. Participated in regular on-call rotation. Developed and maintained effective working relationships with other DFPS staff, law enforcement, judicial officials, medical staff, and the community. Worked under constant deadlines. Performed other duties as assigned to maintain unit operations. Knowledge of child development and family dynamics. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Effective problem-solving techniques. Knowledge of Texas criminal law and family law pertaining to child abuse and neglect.

Chillicothe, Ohio, United States

Directed security operations & conducted briefings for security staff. Prepared work schedules and daily assignments. Conducted evaluations of work performance for staff and inmates. Supervised Correction Lieutenants and Correction Officers. At times I assisted in the hiring process for Correction Officers. During absences of the Warden I acted as prison administrative manager. During such time I filled in as unit commander in all areas (e.g., budgeting; committees; inventories; public relations; settling staff disagreements; acting as liaison between labor & management). I was an ICS instructor for the agency. I attended Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) and applied what I learned to multiple crisis that occurred in the prison. Conducted investigations that were both administrative and criminal in nature. Forensically interviewed suspects, witnesses and victims. Preserved crime scenes and collected evidence to be used for criminal prosecution. Provided documentation to be used in criminal court for prosecution against inmates.

Marysville, Ohio, United States

In addition to the duties performed by a Corrections Officer I instructed courses in firearms, end user pepper spray, and unarmed self-defense. During my tenure as a Lieutenant within the Ohio Reformatory for Women I supervised 150 Corrections Officers. I also became and Incident Command System instructor for the agency.

Marion, Ohio & Orient, Ohio, United States

Worked rotating posts & assignments to maintain discipline & order of inmates & internal & external security of institution (i.e., directs all inmate activity in assigned areas of facility including dayrooms, showers, cells, living & recreational areas, dining rooms; maintained security on perimeter such as guard towers, sally ports, perimeter vehicle patrol & front gates; monitored & operated security controls regulating opening & closing of cells, doors between housing units, sounding of safety, sirens & alarms & dispatching equipment & medical emergency equipment; directed inmate porters & clerks & other inmate work crews/details to ensure quality & completion of work & proper security.

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Criminal Justice And Corrections

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Technical Management With A Concentration In Criminal Justice

Associate Of Science (A.S.), Criminal Justice And Corrections

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Public Administration

Activities and Societies: National Society of Leadership and Success