Jennifer Laney-Kirkland
Edinburg,Virginia
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant, Court Service Unit
Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office
Woodstock, VA
01.2020 - Current
- Oversaw the operations and personnel management for a division comprised of 21 court bailiffs, transportation officers, and support professionals.
- Assessed employee performance
- Efficiently managed the allocation of resources for multiple courtrooms and courthouses
- Demonstrated flexibility by transitioning between roles within the courts and transportation as needed for optimal staffing
- Ensured courtroom security by maintaining order and decorum in the court.
- Assisted the judge by calling witnesses to testify, swearing them in, and ensuring they remain until excused.
- Provided support for jurors by answering questions, resolving issues, and providing guidance throughout the trial process.
- Managed courtroom proceedings by announcing recesses, verifying attendance of all parties involved, and handling objections from attorneys.
- Served subpoenas to enforce court orders and ensure compliance with judicial directives.
- Transported defendants between prison facilities and courthouses for hearings or trials.
- Performed searches of individuals entering the courthouse for weapons or contraband items.
- Delivered official documents from one party to another within a specified time frame.
- Provided assistance to judges as needed during trial procedures such as research on legal matters or locating people who need to be present in court.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies regarding prisoner transfers between jurisdictions.
Lieutenant, School Resource
Warren County Sheriff's Office
Front Royal , VA
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented operational plans for personnel and equipment deployment.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including personnel assignments, shift changes, and equipment maintenance.
- Supervised subordinate officers in the execution of their duties.
- Provided guidance and direction to staff on the proper use of departmental policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Analyzed data related to operations activities, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve performance levels.
- Monitored radio communications between officers in the field and dispatched appropriate units when needed.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations in order to protect life or property.
- Assisted with budget preparation by providing input on operational needs and cost estimates.
- Created reports detailing incidents occurring during shifts along with recommendations for improvement.
- Established cooperative relationships with community organizations to enhance communication between law enforcement agencies.
- Organized special events such as parades or festivals requiring additional security measures.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations relating to public safety.
- Served as a liaison between administrative officials, command staff members, supervisors, subordinates, media representatives, vendors, citizens.
- Collaborated with other agencies at the local level concerning criminal activity investigations.
- Attended meetings regarding various issues related to operations management.
- Resolved conflicts between personnel within the unit or from outside sources in an effective manner.
Sergeant, School Resource
Warren County Sheriff's Office
Front Royal, Virginia
12.2015 - 07.2018
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Deputy Sheriff
Warren County Sheriff's Office
Front Royal, Virginia
12.2003 - 12.2015
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Prepared detailed written reports documenting incident information and investigative activities.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims of crimes to obtain additional information regarding incidents under investigation.
- Attended meetings with local officials and representatives from community organizations concerning public safety initiatives.
- Developed relationships with members of the community through participation in various events or activities.
- Performed administrative tasks such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
- Collaborated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional operations or investigations.
- Conducted daily inspections of K-9 unit equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Participated in community events featuring K-9 demonstrations as part of public outreach efforts.
- Conducted searches of buildings, vehicles, open fields, waterways, airports, schools, correctional facilities., using a trained canine partner.
- Inspected suspected narcotics trafficking locations with a K-9 partner searching for illegal substances or contraband items.
- Maintained detailed records regarding service calls responded to by the K-9 unit including incident reports and canine performance evaluations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership
National Criminal Justice Command College
Virginia State Police HeadquartersSome College (No Degree) - The Crossing
Center For Police Leadership And Ethics
Weyers Cave, VASkills
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Clerical Support
- Team building
- Dependable and Responsible
- Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Organization and Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Social Perceptiveness
- Problem Resolution
- Communication
- Time Management
- Troubleshooting
Accomplishments
- NCJCC graduate
- The Crossing Award recipient
- HEAT Award
Certification
- Law Enforcement Certification
- Court Security/ Civil Process
- Narcotic K-9 Handler/ K-9 Decoy
- School Resource Officer
- DARE instructor/ program coordinator
- Project Lifesaver
- Hostage Negotiations
- Youth Academy
- Youth Camp counselor
- WCPS/Superintendent liaison
- Crisis Management/ CIT
- Community Outreach Liaison- LEPC, Warren Coalition, SALT/Triad, Division Level Threat Assessment
- Active Shooter Training for WCPS
- Virginia Rules instructor
- Field Training Officer
- Virginia Rules instructor
Timeline
Sergeant, Court Service Unit
Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office
01.2020 - Current
Lieutenant, School Resource
Warren County Sheriff's Office
07.2018 - 12.2019
Sergeant, School Resource
Warren County Sheriff's Office
12.2015 - 07.2018
Deputy Sheriff
Warren County Sheriff's Office
12.2003 - 12.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership
National Criminal Justice Command College
Some College (No Degree) - The Crossing
Center For Police Leadership And Ethics
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