Okaloosa County BOCC — January 5, 2016 — Resume & References Vaughn — reading text

Stefan W. Vaughn, MSA/PA Professional Employment Okalogsa County Department of Corrections Jail Operations Commander (Major) * Second-in-Command (acting chief in absentia) Manage certified and civitian staft Fiscal budget preparation Monitor and approve payroll Manage contracts Manage professional compliance Manage training function Manage Support Services Grievance Compliance Officer Management and the County Attorney Plan and direct security and efficient operation of County Corrections Complete staff and facility performance reviews Direct facility safety. security. sanitation, and maintenance inspections Develop and implement new policies and procedures in coordination with Risk 201 5~-Present Respond to inquiries from employees, officials, attorneys. and visitors * Direct investigations in accordance with Florida Statute | 12,532, Law Enforcement Officers’ and Correctional Officers’ rights Northwest Florids State College Public Safety Instructor * Criminal Investigations ¢ Crime Scene Procedures « Communications University of West Florida Graduate Research Assistant-Part Time » Criminal Justice Department (Qualitative Research/Corrections) Qkatooss Countv Department of Corrections Security & Operations Commander = Directed security operations of county correctional facility * Managed certified staff Okaloosa County Sheriffs Office Court Security Division . * Detwention & Court Security Supervisor Criminal Investigations Division * _ Major Crimes Investigator-Destin Field Services Division * Uniformed Pawol « Field Training Officer Court Security Division * Booking & Prisoner Transpon Qkaloosa Countv Department of Corrections Certified Correctional Staff’ = Security Operations » Admission, Classification. and Release Page 1 of 3 (Adjuact) (Assistant) (Captain) (Sergeant) (Corporal) {Deputy) (Officer) 2009-Present 2014-2015 2013-2015 1999-2013 1998-1999 Formal Education Masters of Science: Administration--Public Administration s University of West Florida Bachelors of Science: Project Management--Public Service Management » Northwest Florida State Coliege Associates: Criminal Justice Technology = Okaloosa-Walton Commumity College Certificate: Law Enforcement Officer Basic Recruit * QOkaloosa-Walton Cominunity College Certificate: Correctionat Officer Basic Reeruit » Okaloosa-Walton Community College Executive Development Certified Public Manager Program » FSU--The Florida Center for Public Management Chief Exccutive Seminar, Class 49 * FDLE--Criminal Justice Executive Training Institute Senior Leadership Program. Class 17 » FDLE--Criminal Justice Executive Training institute Leadership Okaloosa *= (Okaloosa-Walton Chambers of Commerce Published Literature Zn(l Year May 2014 Dec 2011 Aug 2003 Nov 1998 June 1998 In-progress (5 of 8) Nov 2015 Oct 2014 July 2006 Vaughn, S. W. (2013). Research and razor wire: A primer on ethical research protections for prison populations. Journal of Research and Sdvanced Shadies, 2(3).41- 44, Academic Associations & Awards Phi Kappa Phi National Academic Honor Society Phi Delta Kappa International Associa:iofi of Professional Educators Who's Who Students in American Universities and Colleges Professional Cemmendations Life Saving Commendation * Board of County Commissioners Life Saving Award = Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office Leadership Initiative Award * Chamber of Commerce Leadership Okaloosa Page 2 of 3 2014 2015 2015 April 1999 Sep 2003 July 2006 Community Service Emerald Coast Crime Stoppers . * Board of Direclors/Member Kiwanis Club of Destin & Fort Walton Beach * Participating Member Center for Life Long Learning (UWE Emerald Coast) = Sheriff’s Office Representative * Okaloosa DOC Representative Public Safety Coordinating Coungil = Sheriff's Office Representative * Okaloosa DOC Representative Public Service Programs Co-developed the Lock-Take-Hide burglary prevention campaign in Okaloosa County Video PSA for Americans with Disabilities Ac/Disability & Business Assistance Center Professional Coursework (non-exhaustive) Field Training Officer Forensics for fnvestigators Crime Scene Procedures Injury & Death Investigations Response to Active Shooters Methamphetamine Investigations Line Supervision Terrorism & Fraud Basic Criminal Intelligence Middle Management Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (IPTM) General tnsteuctor Techniques {nterview and Interrogations Hostage Negotiations Child Abuse Court Preparation Elder Sexual Abuse Incident Command (iS-100) Basic Incident Command (1S-200) National Incident Command (1S-700) Sex Crime Investigation Narcotic Investigations Criminal |nterrogations Child Abuse Investigations Internet Investigations Advanced Report Writing Mortgage Fraud Investigations Spanish for Law Enforcement Tactical Low-Light Shooting Financial Investigative Techniques Discipline Process: Ethics & Internal A ffairs Leadership Reboot Page 3 of 3 2003-2005 2005-2013 2009-2015 2012-2015 2009 2010 2001 2001 2003 2003 2003 2003 2003 2003 2004 2004 2004 2004 2005 2005 2005 2005 2005 2005 2006 2007 2007 2007 2008 2008 2009 2010 20i! 2013 September 8, 2015 John Hofstad, County Administrator 1804 Lewis Turner BLVD, Suite 400 Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 Re: Letter of Recommendation Mr. Hofstad, 1 am writing this letter to add my support and recommendation of Stefan W. Vaughn being selected as Okaloosa County’s next Chief Correctional Officer. I have known Stefan for nearly 16 years and know him to be a dedicated professional with an aptitude for executive leadership and a dedication to excellence. Stefan was employed with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s from October 1999 to March 2013, when he then moved into an administrator-level position within the Okaloosa County Department of Corrections. During his tenure, Stefan was 2 valued and highly motivated member of the Sheriff's Office, serving as a deputy sheriff in the Patrol Division, a longtime investigator working major criminal investigations in Destin, and serving lastly as a supervisor in our Court Security Division. Stefan demonstrated great leadership during his service and I remained confident in his abilities to break down, articulate, and resolve complex issues. Since leaving, Stefan has worked steadfastly with me and my Comiand Staff towards accomplishing mutual public safety goals. It is evident Stefan works to improve professioital development and team building among the members of his staff and strives to improve communication networks among local criminal justice agencies. Stefan is highly motivated towards both professional and academic growth, as evidenced by his completing of his Master’s Depree and FDLE’s Senior Leadership Program in 2014. Stefan is currently compieting FSU’s Certified Public Manager program and FDLE’s Chief Executive Seminar, and simultaneously working towards the completion of his doctorate in Diversity Studies at the University of West Florida. Stefan’s strong professional character and his commitment to excellence makes him an exceptional choice for Chief Correctional Officer and he has my utmost support and recommendation. Sincerely, Larty Ashley Sheriff JD PEACOCK II CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT. OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA 0,;'.‘%0 ".f:\' J Count> September 16, 2015 John Hofstad, County Administrator 1250 North Eglin Parkway Shatimar, FL 32579 Re: Letter of Recommendation Dear Mr. Hofstad: twrite to you to give my recommendation and support of Stefan Vaughn as you evaluate the future leadership responsibilities within the Department of Corrections. | have known Stefan professionally for over 15 years. t have watched him mature into a highly skilled and knowledgeable leader. Stefan has always demonstrated 3 calm professionalism in his approach to the often times stressful law enforcement and corrections environments. Of particular note to me, Stefan has enthusiastically pursued his professional development. Whether it is his diligence in acquiring formal education or his completion of professional certifications, he has demonstrated a thirst for self-improvement. Stefan has also demonstrated that he brings that training and education back to his organization to help his team. | have witnessed Stefan’s ahility to lead the day-to-day operations of a corrections component at the Sheriff's Office to help maintain our commitment to public safety in this county. | have also observed and learned from Stefan’s ability to work through complex strategic initiatives, This experience included policy development and implementation, facility maintenance and physical plant administration, strategic change initiatives, and budget development. Stefan has also demonstrated an ability to work with outside agencies to accomplish inter-organization goals. Stefan has demonstrated a strong personal commitment to excellence, as well as exceptional professional leadership capabilities, Stefan would be 2 great choice to lead our Department of rrections and possesses the skills to conquer any challenges we wilt have in the future. lerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller 1110} E, JAMES LEE BLVD. « CRESTVIEW, FLORIDA 32536 « (850} €89-5000 REPLY TO: - ANNEX EXTENSION » 1940 LEWIS TURNER BLVD, SUITE 1-300+ FT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA 32547+ (850) 653-7200 *+ BRACKIN BUILDING * 302 NORTH WILSON ST. SUITT 203+ CRESTVIEW, FLORIDA 32536+ (850) 685.5000 Department of Corrections State of Florida | September 22, 2105 Mr. John Hofstad, County Administrator 1250 North Eglin Parkway Shalimar, Florida 32579 P4 { Dear Mr. Hofstad, ; As my retirement approaches, I wish to offer my sincere recommendation for Major Stefan .f Vaughn as Chief Correctional Officer. I first met Stefan when he commenced his career in criminal justice as a correctional officer with the Okaloosa County Department of Corrections approximately 17 years ago. I was assigned to conduct his pre-employment background investigation and quickly learned Stefan was well respected in the community. Soon afier being employed as a line correctional officer with the Department of Corrections, Stefan was quickly recognized for his energy, enthusiasm, and potential and was assigned to the Admissions, Classification and Release unit - a key, high liability area of responsibility in the jail. Stefan left the Department of Corrections in good standing to pursue ambitions as a law enforcement officer with the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, where he excelled and served admirably as a deputy sheriff, investigator of major crimes, and supervisor of the Sheriff’s Detention and Court Security section, In April 2014, I actively recruited Stefan to accept a position as the Okaloosa County Department of Correction’s Security and Operations Captain, where he commanded a staff of over 130 and oversaw the care, custody, and control of over 650 inmates. He accepted the position with zeal and far exceeded my expectations at every level, His dignified, professional approach to a challenging transition where he was appointed ahead of several well-seasoned, tenured veterans of the Department, enabled him to eamn the respect of peers, subordinates and other senior staff within the county; including County Commissioners and other elected officials. Stefan recently completed the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Executive Institute’s Senior Leadership program, and is currently completing the Chief Executive Seminar and Certified Public Manager programs. He earned his master’s degree in Public Administration in 2014, and is presently pursuing a doctorate in Diversity Studies. 1200 James Lee Boulevard, East, Crestview, FL. 32539-3114 (850) 689-5690/Fax (850) 689-5092 Aceredited by the Florida Corrections Accreditation Comprission Stefan was promoted to the rank of Major in early 2015, as the Department sought to restructure and better distribute workloads among senior