Tasha Sneed
Henderson,NC
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the Department of Adult Corrections, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution. Proven track record in enhancing facility safety through effective inmate monitoring and de-escalation techniques, significantly reducing contraband incidents. Committed to maintaining order and promoting rehabilitation in a challenging environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Department of Adult Corrections
Raleigh, NC
03.2018 - Current
- Supervised inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks and inspections to maintain a safe environment.
- Responded to incidents and emergencies, coordinating with law enforcement as necessary.
- Trained new officers on protocols, safety procedures, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Maintained accurate documentation of inmate activities and disciplinary actions taken.
- Implemented strategies to de-escalate conflicts and promote rehabilitation among inmates.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to address inmate medical needs effectively.
- 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.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Pass out tablets for the inmates on a daily basis and help with any issues on the tablets.
- Help inmates with general questions that they might have.
- Open and close cell doors and use sally port effect on block doors.
- Provide forms such as grievance, mental health, medication refill, etc.
- Properly placing mechanical restraints on inmates when inmates have to go Unit One for disobeying a direct order from staff.
Corrrectional Officer
Vance County Sheriff Department
Henderson,NC
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain order and prevent contraband entry.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on investigations and incident reports.
- Trained new officers on operational procedures, safety measures, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Transported inmates from other jails that have pending charges in Vance County back to Vance County Jail for future court dates.
- Escort inmates to the magistrate office at the courthouse for bonding out or made bond on their charges and getting release.
Correctional Officer
Department of Public Safety
Henderson,NC
04.2013 - 05.2015
- Developed training programs aimed at improving officer preparedness and response times.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Conducted regular security checks and inspections to maintain a safe environment.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
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- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
.North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2010
High School Diploma -
Northern Vance High School
Henderson, NC05.2006
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Observation
- Search and seizure procedures
- Weapons training
- Prisoner transport
- Search procedures
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Department of Adult Corrections
03.2018 - Current
Corrrectional Officer
Vance County Sheriff Department
12.2016 - 01.2018
Correctional Officer
Department of Public Safety
04.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
.North Carolina Central University
High School Diploma -
Northern Vance High School