James Kenna
Summary
Dedicated Deputy Sheriff offering 46 years experience in law enforcement landscape. Demonstrated success in monitoring public safety through patrol details and during community events. Resourceful worker with commitment to integrity and honesty.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Loudoun County Sheriff's Office
07.1998 - 10.2024
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provided security at various community events, ensuring a safe environment for attendees.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
Police Officer
Fairfax County Police Department
09.1978 - 07.1998
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
Police Officer
Chesterfield County Police Department
02.1978 - 09.1978
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
Education
Sachem High School
Lake Ronkonkoma, NYPolice Certification - Law Enforcement
Northern Virginia Regional Police Academy
Fairfax, VA02-1979
Police Certification - Law Enforcement
Chesterfield Police Academy
Chesterfield, VA06-1978
Skills
Crash Investigation/Reconstruction, Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement,
Radar/Lidar certified, Intoxilyzer Operator Certified, VCIN Certified
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Loudoun County Sheriff's Office
07.1998 - 10.2024
Police Officer
Fairfax County Police Department
09.1978 - 07.1998
Police Officer
Chesterfield County Police Department
02.1978 - 09.1978
Sachem High School
Police Certification - Law Enforcement
Northern Virginia Regional Police Academy
Police Certification - Law Enforcement
Chesterfield Police Academy