Jesus Cadena Jr
4355 Lexington Ridge Drive Loganville,Georgia
Summary
Dynamic leader with 10+ years of experience influencing decision‑makers, building high‑trust relationships, and driving strategic outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups. Proven ability to communicate value, manage complex engagements, and lead teams to exceed performance goals. Adept at presenting, negotiating, and delivering solutions that strengthen organizational impact and client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant - Operations & Community Engagement
Conyers Police Department
Conyers, GA
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Operational Planning: Led cross‑functional teams to execute large‑scale initiatives, ensuring on‑time delivery, stakeholder alignment, and measurable performance outcomes.
- Multi-Unit Management: Led citywide operational division, coordinating diverse teams of officers, staff, and volunteers to meet operational objectives and enhance collaborative efforts.
- Public Relations: Built and managed high‑value relationships with business leaders and public stakeholders, increasing engagement and strengthening organizational trust.
- Compliance & Accountability: Oversaw training and performance management to ensure strict adherence to department and legal standards.
- Strategic Reporting: Delivered high‑impact presentations and strategic reports to executive leadership, influencing decisions and driving operational improvements.
Deputy Sheriff
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office
Cumming, GA
11.2018 - 12.2021
- Crisis Management: Led emergency response efforts, coordinating inter-agency logistics to minimize impact of major incidents on community safety.
- Field Operations: Managed geographic zones, responding to high-risk incidents to improve community safety and uphold regulatory compliance.
- Enforced laws and maintained public safety across Forsyth County, ensuring community trust and cooperation.
- Responded to emergency calls and managed critical incident scenes.
- Conducted traffic stops to ensure compliance with state regulations.
Police Officer / Investigator
College Park Police Department
College Park, GA
03.2016 - 11.2018
- Investigations & Audit: Conducted complex financial and criminal investigations, preparing thorough case files that facilitated successful prosecutions.
- Conducted crime investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to build strong cases.
- Risk Mitigation: Implemented proactive enforcement and risk-reduction strategies to enhance public safety.
- Enforced laws and regulations in College Park, contributing to overall public safety.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and support in critical situations.
Operations Liaison / Court Clerk
Brookhaven Police Department / Municipal Court
Brookhaven, GA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Served as primary point of contact for diverse client groups, resolving issues quickly and improving satisfaction through proactive communication.
- Coordinated communication between police department and municipal court staff.
- Managed scheduling of hearings and court appearances efficiently.
- Assisted in preparing case files for court proceedings.
- Data & Compliance: Managed sensitive databases (GCIC/NCIC), maintaining legal records with 100% filing accuracy to support compliance with legal standards.
Probation Officer
Judicial Correction Services, Inc.
Tucker, GA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Developed tailored supervision plans for individuals under probation, aligning interventions with specific needs to support successful rehabilitation.
- Managed a high‑volume client portfolio, tracking progress, ensuring compliance, and maintaining strong engagement to achieve program goals.
- Conducted regular meetings with clients to assess progress and compliance.
- Coordinated with public and private agencies to improve service delivery and strengthen support systems for client outcomes.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate client support services.
Education
Basic Mandate + Specialized Training - Field Trainer, Supervision And Management
Georgia Public Safety And Training Center
Forsyth, GA08-2016
Bachelor of Social Science - Criminal Justice
Clayton State University
Morrow, GALaw Enforcement Executive Development Seminar
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Atlanta, GASkills
- Client Relationship Management
- Consultative Selling
- Account Management
- Pipeline Development
- Negotiation & Influence
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Strategic Communication
- Presentation Skills
- Data‑Driven Decision Making
Languages
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Timeline
Lieutenant - Operations & Community Engagement
Conyers Police Department
01.2022 - 11.2025
Deputy Sheriff
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office
11.2018 - 12.2021
Police Officer / Investigator
College Park Police Department
03.2016 - 11.2018
Operations Liaison / Court Clerk
Brookhaven Police Department / Municipal Court
01.2014 - 01.2016
Probation Officer
Judicial Correction Services, Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Basic Mandate + Specialized Training - Field Trainer, Supervision And Management
Georgia Public Safety And Training Center
Bachelor of Social Science - Criminal Justice
Clayton State University
Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar
Federal Bureau of Investigation