James Long
Jacksonville
Summary
Experienced Corrections Deputy with a strong background in training and mentoring recruits. Recognized for exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills, contributing to operational efficiency and inmate safety. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Deputy
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Jacksonville
06.2016 - Current
- I have been employed with Jacksonville sheriff's office for 10 years.
- I started out working 6 floor confinement and intake. During intake I was a certified Breath Test Officer.
- I began working on the 6th floor confinement full time for approximately 5 years. During which time I received my Taser Instructor certification through Axon. I also received my Field training certification where I began training new recruits.
- At the end of working the 5 years in confinement I transferred to the 4th floor open population and was assigned approximately 4 years.
- During my time on the 4th floor I received Field Training Officer of the month and a life-saving award for conducting CPR on an unresponsive inmate.
Education
Northeast Florida Criminal Justice Center
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- CPR certification
- Taser instruction
- Field training
- Inmate supervision
- Breath testing
- Report writing
- Situational awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to change
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Contraband detection
- Mental health awareness
- Self-defense
- Fit and healthy
- De-escalation techniques
- Firearms proficiency
- Policy enforcement
- Inmate monitoring
- Contraband inspections
- Ethical standards of conduct
Accomplishments
- Life Saving award
Timeline
Corrections Deputy
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
06.2016 - Current
Northeast Florida Criminal Justice Center