Karen Murray
Clearwater ,FL
Summary
Accomplished Deputy with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, skilled in crisis management and public relations. Successfully diffused high-stress situations and mentored recruits, enhancing team performance by 20%. Proficient in report writing and evidence collection, fostering community trust through effective communication and collaboration.
Diligent with solid background in maintaining order and ensuring safety of detainees. Proven ability to handle high-stress situations while implementing security protocols effectively. Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution and surveillance monitoring.
Five years experience in a Courthouse setting. Managing both out of custody inmates and receiving new inmates from court. Using professional communication skills with Judges and subsequent Deputies in the courtroom.
Detention Officer with established background in adult and youth detention environments. Quick decision-maker with excellent skills in physical restraint, search and seizure, prisoner transport and emergency response. Experienced with legal processes and requirements associated with felon incarceration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
12.2007 - Current
- Maintained safety in high-stress situations by effectively diffusing conflicts and providing clear instructions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on industry best practices and emerging trends in law enforcement.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to develop effective strategies for case management and resource allocation.
- Conducted detailed investigations, gathering essential evidence to support legal proceedings.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Mentored new recruits during their probationary period, offering guidance on policy adherence, tactical skills, and professionalism within the force.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals and premises.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Associates Degree
St Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FLJail And Associated Policing
St. Petersburg College
St Petersburg, FL01-2008
Countryside High School
Clearwater, FL06-1987
Skills
- Decision-making
- Public relations
- Report writing
- Meetings and presentations
- Inmate supervision
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis management
- Defensive tactics
- Physical restraint techniques
- Firearms proficiency
- First aid and CPR
- Body and cell searches
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Physical restraint
- Security procedures
- Crisis intervention
- Emergency response
- Report preparation
- Court operations support
- Security and sanitation checks
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Correctional facility procedures
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
Timeline
Deputy
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
12.2007 - Current
Associate of Arts - Associates Degree
St Petersburg College
Jail And Associated Policing
St. Petersburg College
Countryside High School