Valentine Obasi
McKinney
Summary
Dedicated Correctional Officer with extensive experience at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Expert in emergency response and conflict resolution, successfully implementing de-escalation techniques to enhance inmate interactions. Proven track record in contraband detection and maintaining facility security, contributing to a safer environment for staff and inmates alike.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Texas Department of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
Bonham, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored inmate activities to maintain safety and security within facilities.
- Conducted regular inspections for contraband and compliance with facility regulations.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts and enhance inmate interactions.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, behavior, and security breaches for administrative review.
- Trained new recruits on policies, safety protocols, and crisis intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to ensure coordinated responses during emergencies.
- Assisted in developing operational procedures that improved efficiency and staff communication.
- Evaluated inmate behavior patterns to inform rehabilitation strategies and promote positive outcomes.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Facilitated effective emergency response drills, preparing staff for potential crises.
- Implemented innovative inmate management techniques, leading to decrease in disciplinary incidents.
- Ensured security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
- Mitigated potential security breaches with vigilant contraband detection practices.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
- Assisted in crisis negotiations, preventing escalations and ensuring safety of inmates and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Rivers State Polytechnic Bori
Rivers State, Bori Porthacourt, Nigeria01-2010
Skills
First aid training
Emergency response
De-escalation techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Inmate supervision
Mental health awareness
Policy enforcement
Correctional facility procedures
Restraint techniques
Inmate monitoring
Safety and security enforcement
Self-defense tactics
Search and seizure procedures
Observation
Surveillance
Contraband seizure
Self-defense techniques
Safety
Security procedures
Trained in defensive tactics
Facility security
Crisis management
Weapons training
Prisoner transport
Observation techniques
Crisis intervention training
Central and pod control
Booking procedures
Suicide prevention
Gang awareness
Firearm operations trained
Search procedures
Emergency management
File and record maintenance
Substance abuse
Behavioral disorders
Radio communication
Patrol procedures
Occupational hazards and safety precautions
Contraband detection
Firearms proficiency
First aid and CPR certified
Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
Incident prevention
Perimeter control
Contraband inspections
Armory and key control
Firearms training
Excellent communication
Incident reporting
Accomplishments
- Seized Number weapons during random cell searches.
Certification
- Non-Commissioned Security Officer. License # 177019301- 02/19/2026
- Commissioned Security Officer. License # 177019302- 03/02/2026
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Texas Department of Criminal Justice, TDCJ
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts -
Rivers State Polytechnic Bori