Ese Omekeh
RICHMOND,TX
Summary
Experienced correctional officer with 15+ years in secure facilities, known for incident reporting, contraband detection, and security screening. Maintains order through calm inmate supervision, careful searches, and consistent enforcement of safety procedures.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
RICHMOND, Texas
07.2014 - Current
- - Supported inmate interactions to lower tension and maintain calm, orderly facility environment.
- - Completed detailed reports covering daily operations at correctional facility.
- - Checked visitors and incoming packages for security compliance and contraband.
- - Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings in secure vehicles with restraints.
- - Accepted property from incoming inmates, issued receipts, and inspected items for contraband.
- - Supervised offender work assignments and reviewed performance for compliance with regulations.
- - Searched inmates, cells, and personal property to identify contraband and weapons.
- - Responded to disturbances and maintained order in secure housing areas.
- - Escorted inmates to medical appointments, court hearings, and work assignments.
- - Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- - Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts, and other dangerous activity.
- - Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- - Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
- Collaborated with outside agencies such as social workers, psychologists, and probation officers when necessary.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Palestine, Texas
08.2010 - 07.2014
- Enforced Texas Department of Criminal Justice security procedures within housing units.
- Monitored inmate movement during counts, escorts, and facility operations.
- Conducted cell searches for contraband and prohibited items.
- Completed incident reports and daily logs with clear details.
- Responded to emergencies following Texas Department of Criminal Justice protocols.
- Inspected doors, fences, and secure areas for safety risks.
- Supervised inmate behavior and corrected rule violations professionally.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous 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.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Education
Post-Graduate in Education - Education
Delta State University
Nigeria06-2008
MBA - Business Administration
Delta State University
Nigeria02-2003
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Delta State University
Nigeria02-2000
Skills
- Incident reporting
- Contraband detection
- Security screening
- Restraint control
- Facility inspections
- Inmate supervision
Certification
- CPR and SAMA
Timeline
Psychiatric Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
07.2014 - Current
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
08.2010 - 07.2014
Post-Graduate in Education - Education
Delta State University
MBA - Business Administration
Delta State University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Delta State University