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Lakendria Cotton

Oakland Park,Florida

Summary

Accomplished law enforcement professional with several years' experience in protecting and serving the public through policing. Expertise in strengthening relationships and trust between civilians and law enforcement agencies and positively influencing crime reporting in high-crime communities resulting in increased public and community safety. Highly skilled in coordinating teams of up to several individuals to achieve law enforcement objectives and proven success in coordinating with local and federal agencies to apprehend wanted persons and close criminal investigation cases. Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams to achieve excellence through improved relationships with the public, effective solutions, communication and public safety.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Armed Guardian

Broward County School Board
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
10.2019 - Current
  • Who works within schools to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors.
  • My duty is to eliminate an active killer.
  • I am trained to handle various situations, including active shooter scenarios on school property.

Jailer

Chatham County Sheriff Dept.
Savannah, GA
05.2018 - 12.2019
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
  • Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.

Correctional Officer

Georgia Department of Corrections
Garden City, GA
02.2019 - 10.2019
  • Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
  • Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
  • Ensured safety and security of inmates within the facility by conducting searches, supervising activities, and maintaining order.
  • Conducted investigations into incidents involving inmates, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.

Correction Officer

Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation
Miami, FL
12.2008 - 04.2018
  • Intervened during conflicts between inmates, utilizing de-escalation techniques when possible.
  • Conducted investigations into incidents involving inmates, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Maintained records of inmate activities and progress towards rehabilitation goals.
  • Ensured safety and security of inmates within the facility by conducting searches, supervising activities, and maintaining order.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05-2025

Skills

  • Crisis management
  • Incident investigation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Conflict resolution
  • Public safety
  • Interpersonal communication
  • First aid certification
  • Restraint techniques
  • Armory and key control
  • Facility security
  • Contraband seizure
  • Behavioral disorders
  • Evidence collection
  • Prisoner transport
  • Safety

Timeline

Armed Guardian

Broward County School Board
10.2019 - Current

Correctional Officer

Georgia Department of Corrections
02.2019 - 10.2019

Jailer

Chatham County Sheriff Dept.
05.2018 - 12.2019

Correction Officer

Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation
12.2008 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

University of Phoenix

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