Jamila Leal
Diamond Bar,CA
Summary
I am an experienced law enforcement professional with extensive supervisory experience, known for leading people with fairness, clarity, accountability, and integrity. I bring superior communication skills and exceptional de‑escalation abilities that consistently reduce conflict and enhance public safety. Skilled in critical decision‑making and maintaining unwavering attention to detail, I excel in complex and high‑pressure operational environments.
I serve as a trusted liaison across multiple agencies, fostering strong interdepartmental collaboration and ensuring seamless information flow to support operational success. My work reflects a steadfast commitment to the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and organizational integrity upheld by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Pasadena Court
07.2022 - Current
- Supervise Pasadena Superior Court which consists of (24) deputies, (1) Custody Assistant, (3) Security Officers and (6) Security Assistants.
- Scheduling of deputy personnel’s daily assignments and time off requests.
- Ensure smooth operations for opening and closing procedures of the courthouse while supervising Weapon Screening Personnel.
- Monitor court security systems to maintain public safety within the building.
- Supervise lock up deputies ensuring L.A.S.D. policies and procedures are adhered to for inmate movement, handcuffing, attorney interviews, grievances, medical needs/transports while at court, Title XV/e-UDAL entries, and cell checks.
- Review, approve and process court remands, citations, and in-custody releases.
- Work as direct liaison between Judges, judicial staff, and the Court Administrator and the District Attorney’s Office to ensure all the needs of the court are met while adhering to L.A.S.D. policies.
- Oversee and maintain sufficient security personnel for high profile, security risks cases/trials.
- Work directly with outside law enforcement agencies such as, California Highway Patrol, Pasadena, South Pasadena, Burbank, Arcadia, Monrovia, Sierra Madre, and San Marino Police Departments regarding new bookings, citations, medical/mental health clearance acceptance protocols, releases, and case filings.
- Monthly responsibilities include digital timekeeping entries/approval for all employees in the Unit, briefings, Trial Court Funding/OETS entries.
Alhambra Court
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Supervise Alhambra Superior Courthouse which consisted of (13) deputies, (1) Custody Assistant, (2) Security Officers, (2) Security Assistants.
- Scheduling of deputy personnel’s daily assignments and time off requests.
- Ensure smooth operations for opening and closing procedures of the courthouse while supervising Weapon Screening Personnel.
- Supervise lock up deputies ensuring L.A.S.D. policies and procedures are adhered to for inmate movement, handcuffing, attorney interviews, grievances, medical needs/transports while at court, Title XV/e-UDAL entries, and cell checks.
- Review, approve and process court remands, citations, and in-custody releases.
- Work as direct liaison between Judges, judicial staff, and the Court Administrator and the District Attorney’s Office to ensure all the needs of the court are met while adhering to L.A.S.D. policies.
- Work directly with outside law enforcement agencies such as, California Highway Patrol, Alhambra, Monterey Park, and San Gabriel Police Departments regarding new bookings, citations, medical/mental health clearance and acceptance protocols, releases, and case filings.
- Implementation of Acceptance policies for outside LE agencies for new bookings utilizing preexisting LASD policies ultimately reducing Department liability.
- Monthly responsibilities include digital timekeeping entries/approval for all employees in the Unit, briefings, Trial Court Funding/OETS entries.
Governor George Deukmejian Superior Court
12.2015 - 05.2020
- Worked as a Bailiff in a Misdemeanor Calendar Court, Misdemeanor Arraignment Court, a Family Law Court, and as a Misdemeanor Arraignment Lockup Deputy.
- Criminal courtroom responsibilities included maintaining courtroom security, searching incoming inmates, inmate movement, facilitate attorney interviews, processing paperwork for future court dates, processing court remands, handling jury trials and jurors, securing weapons as evidence in court trials, and managing high profile court cases.
- Civil courtroom responsibilities included maintaining courtroom security, facilitating/monitoring mediation, conflict resolution, assisting the Judicial Assistant with court files and ensuring court paperwork was completed, handling of jury trials and jurors.
- Misdemeanor Lockup Deputy responsibilities included inmate movement of large groups of pre-arraigned inmates, ensuring all court paperwork was turned into the main lock up, processing court remands, hospital transport for inmates with medical emergencies, coordinating inmate movement with outside agencies into the Misdemeanor Arraignment Court Lockup.
Patrol Deputy
Lomita Station
Lomita, CA
02.2013 - 12.2015
- Patrol Operations — Patrolled the cities of Lomita, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, and San Pedro; responded to calls for service, conducted proactive enforcement, and ensured public safety.
- Arrest & Booking Procedures — Effected arrests, processed new arrestees, completed booking procedures, and secured, logged, and transported evidence in compliance with department policy.
- Follow‑Up Investigations — Conducted follow‑up investigations on criminal reports, including SCAR and Elder Abuse cases; interviewed victims, witnesses, and suspects; prepared detailed investigative reports.
- Courtroom Testimony — Testified in criminal proceedings with accuracy and professionalism.
- Custody Operations — Worked assigned shifts in the jail, overseeing inmate intake, supervision, and facility security.
- Community Engagement — Attended community events to build positive relationships between law enforcement and residents, promoting trust and transparency.
Compton Superior Court
04.2008 - 02.2013
- Worked as a Bailiff in a Felony Long Cause Trial Court and as a Lockup Deputy.
- Criminal courtroom responsibilities included maintaining courtroom security, searching incoming inmates, inmate movement, facilitate attorney interviews, processing paperwork for future court dates, processing court remands, handling jury trials and jurors, securing weapons as evidence in court trials, and managing high profile court cases.
- Lockup Deputy responsibilities included searching all incoming inmates into lockup, inmate movement, ensuring all court paperwork coming into lockup was accurate and accounted for, processing court remands, inmate transports, processing court ordered released inmates, processing pre-arraigned inmate’s booking packets for court, Title XV cell checks and e-UDAL entries, facilitating attorney interviews.
Long Beach Superior Court
12.2007 - 04.2008
- Worked as a Lockup Deputy responsible for searching all incoming inmates into lockup, inmate movement, processing court remands, inmate transports, processing court ordered released inmates, and Title XV cell checks.
Van Nuys Superior Court
07.2007 - 12.2007
- Worked as a Bailiff Security Deputy responsible for building security checks, responded to back up requests from deputies, inmate movement, courtroom security for multi-defendant in-custody trials, clearing and securing the courthouse at the conclusion of the day.
Long Beach Police Department
12.1999 - 03.2007
- Worked as a Detention Officer responsible for the supervision of pre-arraigned arrestees, searching all incoming inmates to the jail, processing of newly arrested individuals, medical and mental health screening, inmate movement, transported inmates to court, supervised inmate workers, and Title XV cell checks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Behavior Science
California State University, Dominguez Hills
12-2006
Associates of Arts Degree - Liberal Arts
Long Beach City College
07-2004
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Problem resolution
Training
- Crisis Intervention Training (16 hrs)
- Veterans/Law Enforcement Interaction (8 hrs)
- Mental Health Update & Interaction with the Developmentally Disabled (8 hrs)
- Autism Awareness Training (8 hrs)
- Human Relations and Subcultures (16 hrs)
- Cultural Diversity (16 hrs)
- Cultural Diversity – Tools for Tolerance (8 hrs)
Timeline
Pasadena Court
07.2022 - Current
Alhambra Court
06.2020 - 07.2022
Governor George Deukmejian Superior Court
12.2015 - 05.2020
Patrol Deputy
Lomita Station
02.2013 - 12.2015
Compton Superior Court
04.2008 - 02.2013
Long Beach Superior Court
12.2007 - 04.2008
Van Nuys Superior Court
07.2007 - 12.2007
Long Beach Police Department
12.1999 - 03.2007
Associates of Arts Degree - Liberal Arts
Long Beach City College
Bachelor of Arts - Behavior Science
California State University, Dominguez Hills