LEROY PENEKU JR
Boise,ID
Summary
Assertive correctional officer with several years of experience enforcing rules to keep order within jails and prisons. Calm and dependable individual trained in defensive tactics and conflict resolution. Polished in monitoring inmate behavior and conduct to prevent crime and escapes. Seasoned Corrections Officer brings calm, confident presence to in-prison interactions. Safety-focused approach to managing inmate interactions and activity. Compassionate supervision over areas such as recreation, visiting, work and food consumption. Detail-oriented approach to handling adverse and stressful working conditions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
11.2001 - 11.2020
- Served as liaison between families of inmates ensuring they were kept informed about their loved ones' progress in custody.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Correctional Supervisor
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
03.2013 - 04.2016
- Monitored and evaluated employee performance, providing feedback and guidance as necessary.
- Enforced security regulations, responding to disturbances in a timely manner.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders, including government officials, attorneys, and family members, concerning matters related to incarceration.
- Scheduled and supervised staff to ensure sufficient staffing levels for the facility.
- Prepared detailed incident reports documenting any rule violations or other issues encountered during shift hours.
- Processed requests from inmates for access to legal resources or assistance with filing appeals or petitions.
- Ensured that all areas of the facility were properly maintained according to safety standards.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for inmates traveling between facilities or attending court dates outside the institution.
- Conducted investigations into inmate complaints and grievances, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Investigated incidents involving contraband or criminal activity within the facility.
- Developed strategies to reduce recidivism among inmates through education programs and other initiatives.
- Assisted in developing rehabilitation plans for individual inmates based on their unique needs.
- Collaborated with outside agencies to coordinate community service projects for inmates upon release from custody.
- Reviewed applications for visiting privileges submitted by family members or friends of inmates.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate activities, including disciplinary reports, medical visits, and court appearances.
- Verified employee performance, reviewing completed work assignments and techniques.
- Maintained prisoners' treatment and case history files.
- Managed paraprofessional counseling and custodial activities for treatment, evaluation, and security of prisoners in housing units in correctional facilities.
- Implemented activities for offenders, including facility work and educational opportunities.
- Conducted investigations to research and resolve inmate grievances.
- Hired, evaluated and monitored employees to optimize team performance.
- Discussed continuing education opportunities to support staff development.
- Abided by all procedures and policies to protect team members and prisoners.
- Exercised independent judgment to apply unit staff guidelines in housing units.
- Issued remediation to staff for non-adherence to housing unit policy and procedure.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
- Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.
- Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
- Settled disputes between inmates.
Correctional Lieutenant
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
04.2007 - 02.2013
- Maintained accurate records for inmates in custody including incident reports, medical documents, disciplinary action forms.
- Prepared written reports summarizing investigations into allegations of misconduct or violations of policy.
- Interpreted laws, rules and regulations governing the operations of a correctional facility.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing feedback as necessary.
- Assessed staffing needs and implemented appropriate corrective actions when needed.
- Conducted investigations of inmate disturbances and incidents.
- Participated in court proceedings as required by law or department policy.
- Provided leadership and supervision to subordinate staff.
- Developed, monitored and revised operational policies and procedures.
- Coordinated unit activities with other departments within the facility.
- Implemented appropriate discipline measures following review of investigation results.
- Reviewed daily logs to ensure accuracy of reported information related to inmate activities and personnel issues.
- Monitored security systems for compliance with established protocols.
- Provided guidance to staff on proper application of correctional policies and procedures.
- Served as liaison between management staff and other agencies involved in offender programming initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal statutes regarding treatment of inmates.
- Attended meetings with community partners to discuss collaborative approaches to criminal justice reform efforts.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in accordance with established guidelines.
- Facilitated communication between inmates and other members of the criminal justice system.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
Correctional Sergeant
Idaho Department Of Corrections
Kuna, ID
03.2003 - 04.2007
- Participated in regular meetings with senior management to discuss operational needs and objectives.
- Investigated allegations of misconduct by inmates and staff members.
- Coordinated investigations into criminal activities committed by inmates or staff members.
- Facilitated communication between inmates, family members, attorneys and other external parties.
- Assisted in training new correctional officers on proper security protocols and procedures.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving riots, hostage situations, escapes or other critical events.
- Established effective working relationships with local law enforcement agencies when necessary.
- Supervised subordinate officers in their daily duties.
- Ensured compliance with departmental policies, regulations and procedures.
- Conducted random searches for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
- Prepared written evaluations of subordinate officers' performance on a periodic basis.
- Organized recreational activities for inmates designed to improve morale within the facility.
- Enforced discipline among inmates according to established rules and regulations.
- Reviewed incident reports and other documentation submitted by subordinates.
- Monitored inmate movement within the facility to maintain security and safety of staff, inmates and visitors.
- Supervised visitation and checked visitors for proper identification and contraband.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Safely transported inmates to and from work sites, maintaining physical headcounts at all times.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
- Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
- Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Settled disputes between inmates.
- Conducted urinalysis tests on staff and inmates to test for illicit drugs.
- Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
- Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
- Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
- Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
Education
Staff Management
Certified Public Managers
Boise, ID01-2015
High School Diploma -
Oceanside High School
Oceanside, CA06-1981
Skills
- Emergency Management
- Crisis intervention training
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Weapons training
- Firearms proficiency
- Mentorship
- Search and seize procedures
- Restraint Techniques
- Observation
- First aid and CPR certified
- Background Investigations
- Negotiation
- Suicide Prevention
- Booking procedures
- Security Procedures
- Facility Maintenance
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Strategic planning and organization
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Program coordination
- Regulation compliance
- Visitation guidelines understanding
- Inmate Supervision
- Physical Fitness
- Policy Enforcement
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Excellent problem solver
- Relationship building and management
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Inmate rights
- Safety
- First Aid Training
- Radio communication
- Armory and key control
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Emergency Response
- Non-violent intervention
- Surveillance
- Evidence Preservation
- CCTV Monitoring
- Contraband Seizure
- Facility Security
- Crisis Management
- Prisoner Transport
- Crime Prevention
Affiliations
- Retired from IDOC in April 2020
- Part time with St Lukes Hospital in Boise - Security Services
Timeline
Correctional Supervisor
Idaho Department Of Corrections
03.2013 - 04.2016
Correctional Lieutenant
Idaho Department Of Corrections
04.2007 - 02.2013
Correctional Sergeant
Idaho Department Of Corrections
03.2003 - 04.2007
Correctional Officer
Idaho Department Of Corrections
11.2001 - 11.2020
Staff Management
Certified Public Managers
High School Diploma -
Oceanside High School