ALBERT KUMI
Fargo,ND
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record at Cass County Sheriff's Office, excelling in emergency response and collaborative problem-solving. Expert in de-escalation techniques and legal analysis, significantly reducing contraband instances and enhancing safety. Skilled in managing high-risk situations and conflicts, demonstrating exceptional time management and adaptability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Cass County Sheriff's Office
07.2024 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Drafted Number reports detailing incidents and safety violations.
Research Assistant
North Dakota State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Designed experiments with rigorous controls to maximize validity of findings.
- Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
- Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
- Conducted document review, organization and quality control of data acquisition to draw relevant conclusions and direct research activities.
Law Student Volunteer
BH Lex and Consultancy Bureau
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed proficiency in using legal databases such as LexisNexis and Westlaw for efficient research purposes.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow interns and attorneys to complete complex projects under tight deadlines.
- Provided exceptional client service through timely responses to inquiries and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Enhanced overall legal knowledge through constant exposure to new legal issues, expanding personal understanding of the law and its applications in real-world scenarios.
Social Work Intern
Techiman Municipal Assembly
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
Education
Master’s - Criminal Justice
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND05.2024
Bachelor Of Arts - International Law
Cyprus International University
Cyprus- Nicosia 01.2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Social Work
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi- Ghana 01.2018
Skills
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Legal Analysis
- Dispute Resolution
Languages
English
Full Professional
Turkish
Elementary
Akan
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
American Society of Criminology
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Cass County Sheriff's Office
07.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
North Dakota State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Law Student Volunteer
BH Lex and Consultancy Bureau
09.2020 - 12.2020
Social Work Intern
Techiman Municipal Assembly
07.2017 - 10.2017
Master’s - Criminal Justice
North Dakota State University
Bachelor Of Arts - International Law
Cyprus International University
Bachelor Of Arts - Social Work
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology