Christopher Sandusky
Uniontown
Summary
Results-driven correctional lieutenant with extensive experience in team leadership, strategic planning, and conflict resolution. Proven expertise in recruitment and full life cycle recruiting. Committed to fostering people development and driving organizational success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Lieutenant
Pennsylvania Department Of Corrections
La Belle
02.2020 - Current
- Coordinated emergency response procedures during critical incidents to ensure safety and security.
- Oversaw daily operations within correctional facility to maintain order and compliance with regulations.
- Developed schedules for staff assignments to optimize resource allocation.
- Provided leadership and supervision to subordinate staff.
- Assessed employee performance and delivered constructive feedback.
- Guided staff on application of correctional policies and procedures to enhance adherence and operational integrity.
Training Manager
Unilever United States Inc.
Jonesboro
02.2016 - 10.2019
- Coordinated onboarding sessions for new hires to enhance integration into company culture.
- Facilitated workshops focused on leadership development and team collaboration strategies.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify training needs and align programs accordingly.
- Liaised with departments to identify training requirements, capture data, and manage metrics and reporting.
- Consulted with senior leaders to develop and execute strategy and provide regular updates.
- Conducted orientation and job-specific training for new employees to facilitate their onboarding.
Foreign Military Advisor
United States Marine Corps, USMC
Virginia Beach
10.2009 - 05.2015
- Directed and participated in recruitment and enrollment activities for Foreign Host-Nation Military.
- Enhanced collaboration through cross-departmental communication facilitation.
- Managed personnel issues effectively, employing conflict resolution techniques.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to enhance unit performance and efficiency.
- Coordinated communication between Marine Corps leadership and Host-Nation Military personnel to ensure mission success.
Recruiter
United States Marine Corps, USMC
Pittsburgh
08.2005 - 09.2009
- Developed recruitment strategies to achieve required staffing levels for assigned requisitions.
- Coordinated recruitment activities, including career fairs and campus visits, to attract diverse candidates.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to strengthen recruitment outreach.
- Participated in local job fairs and recruitment events for prospective hiring.
- Supported recruitment life cycle processes, ensuring smooth candidate experience from application to onboarding.
Education
Professional Development - Leadership
Staff Non Commissioned Officer Academy Advance
Quantico, VA07-2012
High School Diploma -
Walnut Ridge High School
Walnut Ridge, AR06-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2026
Skills
- Strategic and operational planning
- Team leadership
- Conflict management
- Conflict resolution
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (4)
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (5)
- USMC Eastern Recruiting Region Top 10 Recruiting and Accession Award
Timeline
Correctional Lieutenant
Pennsylvania Department Of Corrections
02.2020 - Current
Training Manager
Unilever United States Inc.
02.2016 - 10.2019
Foreign Military Advisor
United States Marine Corps, USMC
10.2009 - 05.2015
Recruiter
United States Marine Corps, USMC
08.2005 - 09.2009
Professional Development - Leadership
Staff Non Commissioned Officer Academy Advance
High School Diploma -
Walnut Ridge High School
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership
Arizona State University