Charles Watson
Mount Airy,NC
Summary
Law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the Surry County Sheriff’s Office, excelling in leadership and critical incident management. Vast experience in supervising a team. Overseeing major crime investigations. Teaching future criminal justice professionals. Skilled in report writing and conflict resolution. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant – Major Crimes Unit
Sheriff’s Office
01.2024 - Current
- Supervise and oversee major crimes investigations, including Homicide.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and case direction to detectives.
- Review investigative reports, warrants, and case files for accuracy and completeness.
Adjunct Professor – Criminal Justice
Surry Community College
04.2019 - Current
- Teach state-mandated curriculum to prospective criminal justice professionals.
- Review coursework and provide constructive feedback to support student development.
- Oversee practical training exercises in a safe, structured, and professional environment.
Detective
Sheriff’s Office
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted complex criminal investigations from initial response through case closure.
- Interviewed victims, witnesses, and suspects; collected and analyzed evidence.
- Prepared cases for prosecution and testified in court proceedings.
Patrol Deputy
Sheriff’s Office
07.2019 - 02.2022
- Responded to calls for service, enforced laws, and maintained public safety.
- Conducted traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, and community policing.
- Prepared detailed reports and collaborated with investigators and prosecutors.
Courthouse Security Officer
Sheriff’s Office
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Ensured safety and security of judges, staff, jurors, and the public.
- Maintained order in courtrooms and responded to security incidents.
- Coordinated closely with judicial personnel and detention staff.
Detention Sergeant
Sheriff’s Office
05.2015 - 10.2017
- Supervised detention officers and daily jail operations.
- Managed inmate accountability, security procedures, and staff scheduling.
- Conducted training, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed.
Detention Senior Officer
Sheriff’s Office
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Served as senior staff member overseeing shifts and mentoring officers.
- Assisted with training and ensured compliance with policies and procedures.
Detention Officer (Full Time)
Sheriff’s Office
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Maintained safety, security, and order within detention facility.
- Conducted inmate supervision, searches, and transportation.
Bailiff (Part Time)
Sheriff’s Office
01.2010 - 08.2010
- Provided courtroom security and assisted judges during proceedings.
- Ensured safety and proper conduct within the courtroom environment.
Education
Police Law Institute -
NC Justice Academy
01.2023
First Line Supervision -
NC Justice Academy
01.2019
General Instructor -
NC Justice Academy
01.2019
GED -
Surry Community College
01.2004
Skills
- Leadership and team development
- Critical incident management
- Report writing and documentation
- Courtroom testimony
- Conflict resolution
- Shift and unit management
- Policy enforcement
- Oral communication skills
- Written communication skills
- Word processing proficiency
- Computer literacy
Certification
- Basic Detention Certification
- Intermediate Detention Certification
- Basic Law Enforcement Certification
- Intermediate Law Enforcement Certification
- Advanced Law Enforcement Certification
Timeline
Sergeant – Major Crimes Unit
Sheriff’s Office
01.2024 - Current
Detective
Sheriff’s Office
02.2022 - 01.2024
Patrol Deputy
Sheriff’s Office
07.2019 - 02.2022
Adjunct Professor – Criminal Justice
Surry Community College
04.2019 - Current
Courthouse Security Officer
Sheriff’s Office
10.2017 - 07.2019
Detention Sergeant
Sheriff’s Office
05.2015 - 10.2017
Detention Senior Officer
Sheriff’s Office
08.2013 - 05.2015
Detention Officer (Full Time)
Sheriff’s Office
08.2010 - 08.2013
Bailiff (Part Time)
Sheriff’s Office
01.2010 - 08.2010
Police Law Institute -
NC Justice Academy
First Line Supervision -
NC Justice Academy
General Instructor -
NC Justice Academy
GED -
Surry Community College