DEVON THOMAS
High Point,NC
Summary
Public safety professional with extensive experience in detention operations, emergency response, and security enforcement, strengthened by a 20+ year U.S. Army career leading teams in high-risk, high-accountability environments. Demonstrates strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and a commitment to community-oriented policing. Skilled in conflict resolution, de-escalation, and maintaining safety across diverse populations. Currently completing Basic Law Enforcement Training to transition into a sworn officer role with the Piedmont Triad Airport Police department.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Guilford County Sheriff's Office
Greensboro, NC
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Maintained a safe and orderly detention environment in compliance with state law and agency policy.
- Conducted inmate intake, searches, classification, and documentation with accuracy and professionalism.
- Responded to incidents using de-escalation and situational awareness to prevent escalation.
- Coordinated with deputies, medical staff, and administrative personnel to support daily operations.
- Prepared detailed incident reports and behavioral documentation for investigations and legal processes.
Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army
Various Locations
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Directed mission-critical operations supporting organizational readiness and safety.
- Led and developed 35 personnel, reinforcing discipline and operational effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with safety and procedural standards while overseeing high-value equipment.
- Managed a 550-vehicle fleet with zero audit discrepancies.
- Oversaw accountability of tools and equipment valued at over $2M.
Maintenance | Personnel Manager
United States Army
Various Locations
11.2015 - 01.2020
- Managed maintenance operations, personnel readiness, and logistical coordination.
- Led a 30-member team responsible for tactical vehicle and equipment readiness.
- Improved processes and safety through cross-department collaboration.
- Advised leadership on tactical operations and property accountability for $19M in assets.
- Directed training and certification for vehicle crews and fire teams.
Maintenance Manager
United States Army
Various Locations
08.2013 - 04.2014
- Directed maintenance and operational support activities to ensure mission continuity.
- Improved operational efficiency by 10% through coordinated logistics strategies.
- Led a 30-person team in weapons training, tactical operations, and convoy defense.
Education
Basic Law Enforcement Training -
Forsyth Tech Community College
06-2026
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Windows OS
- Mac OS
- C
- Verbal de-escalation
- Suicide prevention
- Security procedures
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
Websites
Certification
- Certified Production Technician & Forklift Operator Technician, OSHA 10 - Fayetteville Technical Community College
- Specialized Military Training: SHARP, Anti-Terrorism Evasive Driving, Basic Instructor Training, Master Resilience Trainer, Senior Leadership Course
- United States Army - Honorable Discharge (2022)
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Campus Safety
- Community Policing
- Incident Response
- Security Patrols
- Policy Enforcement
- De-escalation
- Emergency Procedures
- Report Writing
- Public Interaction
- Evidence Handling
- Tactical Decision-Making
- Crisis Management
Timeline
Detention Officer
Guilford County Sheriff's Office
08.2024 - 12.2025
Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army
01.2020 - 10.2022
Maintenance | Personnel Manager
United States Army
11.2015 - 01.2020
Maintenance Manager
United States Army
08.2013 - 04.2014
Basic Law Enforcement Training -
Forsyth Tech Community College