Janea James
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Promotion to Lieutenant within Newport News Sheriff Office Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheriff Lieutenant
Newport News Sheriff Office
06.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support criminal cases.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Facilitated inter-departmental coordination on complex cases, promoting information sharing and collaborative problem solving.
- Managed personnel scheduling, ensuring optimal coverage during peak times and effective response to emergency situations.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Contributed to policy development and implementation within the department that led to more effective policing strategies.
- Mentored junior officers, fostering professional growth and encouraging career advancement within the force.
- Improved officer performance by conducting regular evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
- Implemented data-driven policing strategies to identify crime trends and allocate resources effectively.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Streamlined communication within the department by establishing clear protocols and procedures.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Sergeant
Newport News Sheriff Office
06.2022
- Professional Standards
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Sergeant
Newport News Sheriff Office
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Assistant Shift Commander B-Rotation
- Facilitated communication between command staff and subordinates, promoting transparency and resolving conflicts efficiently.
- Evaluated department performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective action plans.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Drafted [Number] reports detailing incidents and safety violations.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of [Number] inmates and guards.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
Master Deputy/Sergeant
Newport News Sheriff Office
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Safeguarded inmate population within correctional facilities through vigilant supervision, routine inspections, and adherence to established protocols.
- Expanded knowledge of legal updates and emerging trends in law enforcement through continuous professional development coursework and training seminars.
- Streamlined internal processes within the department by proposing changes to policies based on analysis of best practices from other jurisdictions or emerging trends in law enforcement methods.
Bailiff
The Honorable Judge Rebecca Robinson of The Juvenile Domestic and Relations court
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Maintained security and safety of the adult inmates and juvenile, as well as assisted in pulling inmates for court.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Oversaw daily shift activities, delegating tasks to deputies and ensuring completion within designated timeframes.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of [Number] inmates and guards.
- Screened persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines and other devices.
- Minimized delays due to lost or misplaced paperwork through meticulous organization of files related to ongoing cases.
- Promoted transparency in court procedures by providing assistance to members of the public during their visits to the courthouse.
- Guaranteed successful execution of court orders by monitoring and assisting in the enforcement of judgments, fines, and other legal directives.
- Contributed to a respectful courtroom atmosphere by enforcing proper etiquette among attendees during trials.
- Escorted jurors, visitors, and prisoners into courtroom.
- Called court to order and announced judge entrances.
- Upheld standard courtroom protocols by guiding witnesses through proper oath-taking procedure prior to testimony.
Deputy Sheriff
Newport News Sheriff Office
08.2016 - 09.2020
- Court Security and Transportation
Transportation Deputy
Newport News Sheriff Office
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Maintained the security and Safety of the inmate during transport from or to prisons and jails throughout Virginia for the purpose for overnight court.
Deputy Sheriff
Operations Bureau- Jail
01.2013 - 08.2016
- Ensure that all inmates are safe from one another and that they are secured inside the facility.
Education
Certified Basic Jailors class -
Hampton Road Criminal Justice Academy
Court Security and Transportation -
Service Bureau cross-training
currently enrolled for Fall 2022 -
Eastern Gateway Community College
Tactical Trauma Life Support Training-TECC
09.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VASkills
- Active Listening
- Verbal Communication
- PPE use
- Interpersonal Communication
- Supervision and leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Project Planning
- Organizational Management
- Event Management
- Policy and Procedure Adherence
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Administrative Support
- Employee Scheduling
- Strong Problem Solver
- Decision-Making
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Sheriff Lieutenant
Newport News Sheriff Office
06.2022 - Current
Sergeant
Newport News Sheriff Office
06.2022
Sergeant
Newport News Sheriff Office
10.2021 - 06.2022
Master Deputy/Sergeant
Newport News Sheriff Office
01.2021 - 10.2021
Bailiff
The Honorable Judge Rebecca Robinson of The Juvenile Domestic and Relations court
10.2019 - 09.2020
Deputy Sheriff
Newport News Sheriff Office
08.2016 - 09.2020
Transportation Deputy
Newport News Sheriff Office
08.2016 - 02.2019
Deputy Sheriff
Operations Bureau- Jail
01.2013 - 08.2016
Certified Basic Jailors class -
Hampton Road Criminal Justice Academy
Court Security and Transportation -
Service Bureau cross-training
currently enrolled for Fall 2022 -
Eastern Gateway Community College
Tactical Trauma Life Support Training-TECC
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Tidewater Community College