Benjamin Whitright
Denton,TX
Summary
Deputy Sheriff with seventeen years of experience in law enforcement, and commitment to maintaining high levels of safety and security. Resourceful with a commitment to integrity and honesty. Goal-oriented with calm and focused demeanor in stressful situations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Denton County Sheriff's Office
Denton, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate reports and records, aiding in the proper documentation of cases for judicial proceedings.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of inmates and guards.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Conducted searches of individuals, and court premises.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency and arrest technique training.
Detention Officer
Denton County Sheriff's Office
Denton, TX
06.2006 - 01.2020
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, demonstrating empathy toward inmates during difficult situations without compromising authority or control over the situation.
- Maintained security and welfare of prisoners in 48 inmate Direct Supervision housing.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Prepared reports to document incidents.
Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TXSkills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident Response
- Emergency Response
- Courthouse security
- Decision-Making
- Weapons training
Certification
Advanced Peace Officer License
Advanced Jailer License
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Denton County Sheriff's Office
01.2020 - Current
Detention Officer
Denton County Sheriff's Office
06.2006 - 01.2020
University of North Texas