Bryan Church
Milton,FL
Summary
Seasoned law enforcement professional with over 11 years of federal, state, and county correctional experience. Skilled in prisoner restraint, transport, body searches, and emergency response. Proven ability to conduct investigations, write reports, and navigate court proceedings while ensuring security in high-risk environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Deputy
Santa Rosa Sheriff's Office
Milton, FL
11.2025 - Current
- Perform sworn detention and law enforcement duties in a county jail facility, exercising tact, courtesy, and professionalism while managing the care, custody, and control of detainees and inmates.
- Conduct thorough searches of incoming and incarcerated individuals to detect and remove contraband or unauthorized items, including pat-down, in-custody, and more intrusive searches, while maintaining facility security and public safety.
- Admit, release, and process detainees in accordance with legal requirements; apply and remove restraints as needed during movements, escorts, and high-risk situations to ensure safe custody and prevent incidents.
- Maintain order and security within the detention facility through proactive supervision, de-escalation techniques, and response to disturbances, demonstrating the ability to deal effectively with prisoners and staff in stressful conditions.
- Prepare accurate logs, records, and incident reports; provide sworn testimony in court proceedings as required
- Ensure the general welfare, feeding, and sanitary conditions of confined individuals while enforcing facility policies and applicable laws.
Senior Officer Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Pensacola, Florida
05.2020 - 11.2025
- Served as a senior sworn correctional officer in a federal minimum-security environment, applying tact, courtesy, and sound judgment while supervising and interacting with federal inmates, staff, and visitors.
- Conducted frequent pat-down, in-custody, and strip searches of inmates to prevent contraband introduction while inmates were sent to and came back from outside work details.
- Applied restraints (handcuffs, leg irons, waist chains) and utilized control tactics during inmate escorts, movements, and high-risk incidents, including safely restraining and transporting non-compliant or violent prisoners.
- Responded to emergencies, disturbances, and use-of-force situations as a senior officer, coordinating with teams to de-escalate conflicts and restore order under pressure.
- Prepared detailed reports and provided sworn testimony in administrative and judicial settings, contributing to accountability and enforcement of rules.
- Supervised and mentored junior officers, conducted inspections, and enforced federal policies, showcasing leadership and organizational abilities.
- Managed office correspondence and maintained communication with various departments.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for meetings and training sessions.
- Oversaw the organization of files and records for compliance purposes.
Correctional Officer / CERT team member
Florida Department Of Corrections
Milton, FL
02.2015 - 05.2020
- Executed sworn law enforcement duties in a state correctional facility, including daily security operations, inmate supervision, and enforcement of institutional rules while communicating effectively with prisoners and staff.
- As an active CERT team member (March 2016 – May 2020), responded to high-risk incidents such as riots, cell extractions, and disturbances using specialized tactics, team coordination, restraints, and searches to safely control, restrain, and transport combative inmates.
- Performed comprehensive searches of inmates, cells, and property to maintain security and prevent contraband, applying pat-down and intrusive search techniques per established procedures.
- Escorted and transported inmates within and outside the facility (including to court or medical appointments), applying proper restraints and maintaining custody to ensure safety and prevent escapes.
- Assisted in high-volume inmate movements and interactions with the public or inmate families, demonstrating professionalism and de-escalation skills in dynamic, stressful situations.
- Documented activities, incidents, and observations through detailed reports, supporting institutional accountability and potential legal proceedings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milton High School
Milton Fl05-2011
Skills
Firearms proficiency
Search and seizure tactics
Court security
Investigative techniques
Decision-making
Physical fitness
Accomplishments
Multiple Officer of the Quarter at FBOP
Timeline
Detention Deputy
Santa Rosa Sheriff's Office
11.2025 - Current
Senior Officer Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
05.2020 - 11.2025
Correctional Officer / CERT team member
Florida Department Of Corrections
02.2015 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Milton High School