Lawrence E. Williams
Louisville
Summary
Correctional professional with robust understanding of security procedures and inmate management. Recognized for reliability and ability to adapt to changing needs while ensuring team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in maintaining discipline and order, with focus on safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Jailer
McDuffie County Sheriff's Office
05.2019 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily operations and safety protocols within detention facility.
- Managed inmate behavior, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to maintain security standards.
- Trained new staff on procedures, emergency protocols, and inmate management techniques.
- O/C spray certified
- Taser certified
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Attended Jailer Academy 5 weeks
- Brunswick Job Corps 2014-2018
Transporter
Melinda Graham & Associates
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Ensured safe transportation of children during appointments and court appearances.
- Supervised visits to maintain a secure environment for children.
- Documented all transports and visits with detailed case notes.
- Transported children statewide, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored children’s behavior in the vehicle to guarantee safety.
Senior Pastor
Historic First African Baptist Church
10.2002 - 01.2019
- Enhanced spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer support.
- Planned worship services and collaborated with leaders to fulfill church mission.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to support shared goals and values.
- Facilitated congregation growth through impactful sermons and outreach initiatives.
- Implemented programs to boost engagement and support among church members.
- Oversaw special events like weddings and funerals, respecting individual needs and traditions.
Residential Advisor
Brunswick Job Corp
04.2008 - 10.2012
- Ensured smooth student check-in at dormitory after academic hours.
- Monitored student activities to enforce compliance with established policies.
- Guided new students on room assignments and class schedules efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of living spaces and ensured proper uniforms.
- Coordinated mandatory dorm clean-ups before winter and summer breaks.
- Documented student progress through detailed case notes and data entry.
Material Handler
Georgia Iron Works
01.1994 - 06.2002
- Increased operational efficiency by transporting materials with forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Ensured accurate stock levels through regular inventory checks and discrepancy prevention.
- Safely loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, adhering to all safety protocols.
- Facilitated training for new staff on safety procedures and material handling.
- Effectively transported inventory to designated locations within the warehouse.
- Prepared items for shipment by packing into appropriate containers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Religion Philosophy
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2011
Psychology
Coastal Georgia Community College
Brunswick, GA05-2005
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Verbal communication
- Security procedures
- Physical fitness
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis management
- Policy enforcement
- Clerical skills
- Monitoring
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
Timeline
Deputy Jailer
McDuffie County Sheriff's Office
05.2019 - 12.2025
Transporter
Melinda Graham & Associates
06.2018 - 03.2019
Residential Advisor
Brunswick Job Corp
04.2008 - 10.2012
Senior Pastor
Historic First African Baptist Church
10.2002 - 01.2019
Material Handler
Georgia Iron Works
01.1994 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Religion Philosophy
Liberty University
Psychology
Coastal Georgia Community College