Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Playaing a musical instrument.
Certification
2019-07 Texas Commission On Law Enforcement
Timeline
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O.Alexander Davies

San Antonio,TX
O.Alexander Davies

Summary

Friendly [Mail Handler] with in-depth knowledge of post office products and services. Proven record fostering positive relationships with customers. Successful in tactfully resolving issues relating to delivery, mail theft and lost or damaged mail. Hardworking [Correctional Officer] skilled in managing correctional functions and monitoring inmate behavior. Employs sound judgment and verbal de-escalation tactics to maintain order and prohibit dangerous situations. Skillfully detects contraband during cell searches. (T-Cole Certified)

Overview

12
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

United States Postal Service, USPS

Mail Handler
09.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.
  • Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
  • Released registered and special delivery letters and packages to designated recipients and obtained signatures for release.
  • Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight and destination.
  • Sold stamps to customers along route and counted back bills and change to avoid errors.
  • Attached identification materials to packages and envelopes for delivery tracking and sorting.
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance on sorting machines and removed envelope jams.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Garda World Security

Special Response Security Officer (Part Time)
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
  • Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
  • Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
  • Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
  • Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
  • Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
  • Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.

Karnes Correctional Detention Center

Correctional Officer
04.2020 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Delivered inmates to work sites and returned safely by following protocols.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
  • Identified facility openings and designated inmates to housing units.
  • Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
  • Led disciplinary hearings and made recommendations for sentencing.
  • Supervised inmates clearing debris from roadways and drains.

Central Texas Detention Center (Geo Group)

Correctional Officer
09.2018 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
  • Delivered inmates to work sites and returned safely by following protocols.
  • Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
  • Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
  • Supervised inmates clearing debris from roadways and drains.

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice

Correctional Officer
01.2016 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
  • Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
  • Led disciplinary hearings and made recommendations for sentencing.
  • Supervised inmates clearing debris from roadways and drains.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
  • Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Delivered inmates to work sites and returned safely by following protocols.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
  • Identified facility openings and designated inmates to housing units.

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice

Correctional Officer
10.2011 - 12.2016

Job overview

  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Delivered inmates to work sites and returned safely by following protocols.
  • Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
  • Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
  • Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
  • Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
  • Led disciplinary hearings and made recommendations for sentencing.
  • Led intake and processing of inmates by handling paperwork, searches, interviews and fingerprinting.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
  • Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
  • Identified facility openings and designated inmates to housing units.
  • Supervised inmates clearing debris from roadways and drains.

Education

Post University
Waterbury, CT

Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
06.2023

West African Examinations Council
Lagos Nigeria

High School Diploma
12.2001

University Overview

  • The Polytechnic Ibadan

May 2003


Associate Degree in Mass Communication, Ordinary National Diploma


2.65 GPA


  • Study Abroad: Americano College
  • Nicosia Cyprus

Travel Tourism and Leisure Management


2.55 GPA




Skills

  • Materials Movement
  • Mail Delivery
  • Materials Storage
  • OSHA Standards
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Team Goals
  • Customer Experience
  • Postal Service and Product Expertise
  • Handling and Sorting Mail
  • Postal Law Proficiency
  • Administrative Support
  • Employee Performance

Playaing a musical instrument.

Music- Grade 5 Drum set. Occasionally play at the church band and at retirement homes.

Certification

  • [Area of certification: Law Enforcement], [Company Name: Texas Commission On Law Enforcement] - [Timeframe:06 2019] (TCOLE ID 494162) issue Date 02/04/2021
  • American Safety & Health Institute (CPR, AED. and Basic First Aid
  • PREA Safety Training ( Prison Rape Elimination Act)
  • Firearms Proficiency Card Authorized Weapon

38 Caliber Pistol 12 Gauge Shotgun AR 15 Rifle/ Ruger Mini 14 9MM ( Re certification required)


Licensed Adjuster at the state of Texas Insurance Department. 07/2021 Experience in handling auto and property Loss claim/Prevention.

2019-07 Texas Commission On Law Enforcement

 The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) requires all candidates seeking to become peace officers to pass a comprehensive state licensing exam.  It measures the candidate's command of all the procedural and practical  knowledge covered during the mandatory basic peace officer training  course. 

Timeline

Mail Handler

United States Postal Service, USPS
09.2022 - Current

Special Response Security Officer (Part Time)

Garda World Security
07.2022 - Current

Correctional Officer

Karnes Correctional Detention Center
04.2020 - 05.2022

Correctional Officer

Central Texas Detention Center (Geo Group)
09.2018 - 01.2020

Correctional Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
01.2016 - 08.2018

Correctional Officer

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
10.2011 - 12.2016

Post University

Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice

West African Examinations Council

High School Diploma
O.Alexander Davies