Dieudonne Nzeyimana
Summary
Observant Correctional Officer experienced in maintaining order and de-escalating potentially dangerous situations within correctional facilities. Generated respect and compliance from challenging individuals through effective leadership and communication. Focused on team development and implementation of safety protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Correctional Officer
Department of correctional
Midlothian
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored inmate behavior to enhance safety and security within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas for contraband.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to ensure compliance among inmates.
- Coordinated response efforts during incidents and emergencies.
- Assisted in transporting inmates securely between locations within the facility.
- Documented daily activities and incident reports to ensure accuracy and accountability.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in conflict resolution and de-escalation.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Engaged with inmates to alleviate tension and foster a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
School Bus Driver
Chesterfield County public School
Chesterfield
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Operated school bus safely while adhering to traffic regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure bus safety and readiness.
- Guided students in safe boarding and exiting of bus.
- Coordinated with school officials on route changes and student requirements.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Documented student attendance and behavior during transit for safety and reporting.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance driving skills and safety protocols.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
Education
Penn-Foster High School Diploma
Scranton, PAUnarmed Security Guard - Security Officer
Old Dominion Job Corps
Monroe, VA 11.2018 - 11.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Some Classes
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA 09.2020 - 06.2021
Skills
- Monitoring inmate behavior
- Conducting inspections
- Emergency response
- Document accuracy
- Report writing
- Customer relations
- Vehicle inspections
- Vehicle inspection
- Safe driving practices
- Air brake systems
Languages
English French, Swahili,kinyarwanda
Professional
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Department of correctional
03.2024 - Current
School Bus Driver
Chesterfield County public School
03.2023 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Some Classes
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
09.2020 - 06.2021
Unarmed Security Guard - Security Officer
Old Dominion Job Corps
11.2018 - 11.2019
Penn-Foster High School Diploma