Kevin Lail
DENVER
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with a proven track record in incident management and training new deputies. Recognized for promoting integrity and ethics while enhancing team performance and community relationships to ensure a safe environment for all.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sheriff's Sergeant
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
03.2025 - Current
- Coordinated training sessions for new deputies, enhancing team readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to team members for continuous improvement.
- Managed incident reports and documentation, maintaining accurate records for investigations and analysis.
- Monitored compliance with safety protocols during tactical operations, prioritizing officer and public safety at all times.
- Developed operational strategies to optimize resource allocation within the department for improved efficiency.
- Fostered a positive work environment within the department by promoting teamwork, open communication, and professional development opportunities for all staff members.
- Managed personnel scheduling, ensuring sufficient staffing levels to maintain efficient department operations.
Deputy Sheriff
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
09.2011 - 03.2025
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and crisis management.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance community policing initiatives and programs.
- Trained new deputies on operational procedures, policies, and use of law enforcement tools.
- Led community outreach events to build trust and foster relationships with residents.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
Sheriff's Sergeant
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
07.2007 - 09.2011
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to team members for continuous improvement.
- Monitored compliance with safety protocols during tactical operations, prioritizing officer and public safety at all times.
- Managed personnel scheduling, ensuring sufficient staffing levels to maintain efficient department operations.
Deputy Sheriff
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Enforced laws and ordinances, ensuring public safety and community compliance.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering open communication channels for addressing concerns collaboratively.
- Streamlined report writing procedures, resulting in more accurate and timely documentation of incidents.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies for joint operations, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Reviewed and updated departmental policies, aligning procedures with current legal standards and best practices.
- Oversaw inmate transport to court hearings, maintaining strict security protocols to prevent escape attempts.
Detention Officer
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
09.2003 - 07.2006
- Supervised inmate movements within facility to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections and security checks to maintain order and safety standards.
- Managed intake processes for new detainees, ensuring accurate documentation and classification.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate transport of inmates securely.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies among detainees, reducing incidents and improving environment stability.
- Reviewed incident reports and implemented improvements to enhance overall facility security protocols.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
Education
Basic Law Enforcement Training - Law Enforcement
Gaston College
Dallas, North Carolina, NC07-2007
High School Diploma -
Cramerton Christian Academy
Cramerton, NC05-2000
Skills
- Instructional techniques
- Student engagement
- Curriculum development
- Defensive driving techniques
- Adaptive teaching methods
- In-depth driving knowledge
- De-escalation techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident response
- Emergency response
- Public safety
- Court proceedings
Certification
- NC Criminal Justice General Instructor
- Detention General Instructor
- NC Law Enforcement Driver Instructor
Timeline
Sheriff's Sergeant
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
03.2025 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
09.2011 - 03.2025
Sheriff's Sergeant
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
07.2007 - 09.2011
Deputy Sheriff
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
07.2006 - 07.2007
Detention Officer
Gaston County Sheriffs Office
09.2003 - 07.2006
Basic Law Enforcement Training - Law Enforcement
Gaston College
High School Diploma -
Cramerton Christian Academy