Megan Ritenour-Bailey
Acworth,GA
Summary
Seasoned Deputy Sheriff with a robust background at Cobb County Sheriff's Office, showcasing expertise in court security, detention center inmate management, executing arrest warrants, and serving civil process. Trained new deputies, enhancing team proficiency. Demonstrated exceptional report writing and public service skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Cobb County Sheriff's Office
185 Roswell St. Marietta, GA 30090
04.1994 - 06.2023
- Managed, monitored, and controlled inmate activities while ensuring safety and security of inmates and staff in the jail facility.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Served felony/misdemeanor arrest warrants and civil papers efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines, procedures and state law.
- Executed court ordered committals and evictions
- Transported inmates to and from court, hospitals, and regional detention centers, and jails.
- Trained deputies newly assigned to Court Security, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles.
- Testified effectively in court, presenting clear evidence that contributed to successful case outcomes.
- Provided courtroom security-assisting with court proceedings to ensure safety of court personnel. Identified and prevented disturbances in the courtrooms and throughout the court complex.
- Facilitated inmate court appearances for pre-trial hearings, probation revocations, and trials.
- Provided courthouse security by screening the public at checkpoints with use of metal detectors and x-ray scanners.
Security Officer
Continental Security Services
Smyrna, GA
10.1993 - 04.1994
- General Security for Cobb Galleria Complex and Mall
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Radio Dispatch
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
Education
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Northern Virginia Community College
Woodbridge, VA05-1993
High School Diploma -
Osbourn Park High School
Manassas, VA05-1990
Skills
- Law enforcement
- Surveillance
- Civil processes
- Courthouse security
- Dispatch communication
- Public service
- Law enforcement information databases
- First aid and CPR
- Firearms proficiency
- Inmate processing
- Report writing
- Officer training
Certification
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards. 1994
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Field Training Officer Certification 2014
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Cobb County Sheriff's Office
04.1994 - 06.2023
Security Officer
Continental Security Services
10.1993 - 04.1994
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Northern Virginia Community College
High School Diploma -
Osbourn Park High School