Work History

Law Enforcement

Courtney

Ballard

Contact

Address

Chester, VA, 23836

Phone

910-***-****

E-mail

adxq5m@r.postjobfree.com

Skills

Court testimony

Witness interviews

Civil process execution

Crime investigation

Background investigations

Safety and security

Courthouse security

Criminal Investigations

Surveillance

Criminal law

Public safety

Seasoned Law Enforcement professional well-versed in criminal investigation practices, including gathering evidence and developing incident reports. Eager to leverage 5 years of law enforcement experience, including expertise in Criminal law and in-depth knowledge of public safety protocols.

Deputy Sheriff

Richmond City Sheriff Office, Richmond, VA

Served court documents and completed civil

process duties for cases.

Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports and agendas to streamline processing and

improve traceability.

Investigated incidents and crimes, collected

evidence and recorded witness statements.

Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to

uncover facts for verification and authentication. Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.

Maintained structure and security during court

proceedings.

Reduced criminal investigation lead time while

initiating protocols for criminal violations.

2020-07 -

Current

Corrections Officer

Sussex 1 State Prison, Waverly, VA

Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective

actions.

Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect

contraband.

Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing

visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments

Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport

inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.

Patrolled square foot facility and work areas to

complete headcounts of inmates.

2019-05 -

2020-07

Used IMAX to document facility and prisoner

information, including prisoner identification,

charges and inmate disturbance incidents.

Routinely counted inmates and in response to

potential security breaches.

Oversaw and maintained custody of 900 inmates in

maximum security.

Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates

and visitors to prevent contraband from entering

facility.

Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical

restraints.

Received and processed inmates into custody of

institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.

Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other

hazardous activity through close observation and

situational awareness.

School Bus Driver

Cumberland County Schools, Fayetteville, NC

Maintained North Carolina driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.

Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished

timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.

Assisted passengers with disabilities and other

physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to

promote passenger safety.

Followed established routes with aid from maps and GPS-equipped devices to safely navigate

high-traffic areas and adhere to preset schedules. Escorted students across streets and roadways and

guided older children across streets.

Taught students first-aid and emergency protocols in case of emergency.

Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage and hours.

Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute

drivers.

2010-08 -

2017-05

Education

Monitored bus heating, lighting and ventilation

systems.

Created and enforced bus rules, and kept all

expectations posted.

Developed and maintained courteous and effective

working relationships.

Resolved problems, improved operations and

provided exceptional service.

Associate of Applied Science: Criminal

Justice

Fayetteville Technical Community College -

Fayetteville, NC

2017-06 -

2019-05

General Studies

North Brunswick High School - Leland, NC

2000-09 -

2004-06

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