BERNARD UBREI
Edinburg
Summary
Efficient, thorough, and productive employee dedicated to delivering exceptional results while maintaining a goal-getting mindset with a vast legal knowledge. Seasoned researcher and detailed analyzer. Demonstrated ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines, even when faced with time and resource constraints, as an office administrator and supervisor. Seasoned team leader with a track record of success in directing workgroups, developing strategies, providing training, and setting goals to drive success. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effectively conveying goals and vision. Strong problem-solving, networking, and consensus-building skills, always striving for the bigger picture. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader/Dorm Supervisor
Texas Juvenile Justice Department
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Developed risk management plans, minimizing potential project disruptions and ensuring timely delivery.
- Enhanced communication strategies, ensuring clear and timely information exchange within team and with clients.
Correctional Officer IV
Texas Department of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
06.2018 - 04.2020
- General correctional duties encompass, but are not limited to, ensuring the security of the correctional facility and positively influencing offenders' behavior through training.
- Ensuring and upholding the general welfare of offenders in their daily lives is essential.
- The general management of offenders, as well as their relationships with their families and law enforcement communities, is a multifaceted issue. It encompasses various strategies and programs aimed at rehabilitation, reintegration, and ensuring public safety.
- Organizing and conducting visitations for offenders with their families and attorneys.
- Organizing, securing and transportation of Transfers of offenders from one unit facility to another, from a unit facility to hospitals, or from hospitals back to unit facilities are conducted for medical purposes.
- 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.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
Head of Litigation
Swift Solicitors
12.2010 - 09.2017
- Management roles and responsibilities in law office management include overseeing operations, setting strategic direction, handling finances, marketing, client relations, staff management, and ensuring the firm's goals and values are met.
- Administrative and supervisory roles encompass managing office operations, coordinating tasks, and ensuring that the administrative team functions efficiently. These positions involve overseeing daily operations, managing staff, streamlining processes, implementing policies, and facilitating communication across departments to support the overall productivity of the company.
- I led litigations and represented clients in court cases across all levels of the judiciary, managing the filing and documentation of court proceedings, and provided legal counsel to clients during meetings.
- Advocated in the general law of contracts and practice
- Appearing in Law enforcement summons on behalf of summoned clients
- Filing and obtaining legal status for companies/businesses.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Certification in Cyber Security - Cyber Security in Governance, Risk And Compliance
Skillweed Cyber Security Education Center.
Dallas, TX04.2023
Master's in Law (LLM) -
St Mary's University School of Law, San Antonio Texas, United States
05.2019
BL, Law - Law
Nigerian Law School
Abuja, Nigeria10.2010
Bachelors at Law (LLB Law) -
University of Ilorin, (UNILORIN) Nigeria
05.2008
Skills
- Proficiency in: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, spread sheet, Teams, Zoom
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Team motivation
- Team Supervision
- Staff Training
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Documentation And Reporting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Conflict Resolution
- Leading Team Meetings
- Safety processes and procedures
- Evaluating Employee Work
- Performance Evaluations
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Relationship Building
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Issue Research
- Problem-solving abilities
- Analytical Skills
- People Management
References
- Barrister Williams: +234-1-2952333
- Lieutenant Rojas Dixie: 830-583-4003
- Dr. Christian Okonkwo: 956-563-8007
- Sergeant Daniel Clark: 830-515-0674
- Ass. Superintendent M. Ortiz: 956-342-8643
Hobbies and Interests
Learning, traveling, research and analysis, teaching and football.
Timeline
Team Leader/Dorm Supervisor
Texas Juvenile Justice Department
06.2021 - 04.2023
Correctional Officer IV
Texas Department of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
06.2018 - 04.2020
Head of Litigation
Swift Solicitors
12.2010 - 09.2017
Certification in Cyber Security - Cyber Security in Governance, Risk And Compliance
Skillweed Cyber Security Education Center.
Master's in Law (LLM) -
St Mary's University School of Law, San Antonio Texas, United States
BL, Law - Law
Nigerian Law School
Bachelors at Law (LLB Law) -
University of Ilorin, (UNILORIN) Nigeria
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