Michael Devin
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Experienced security professional with a proven track record in conducting thorough building patrols, ensuring the security of entrances and exits, and maintaining constant surveillance of visitors. Proficient in writing detailed reports, updating records, and effectively managing multiple tasks in fast-paced environments. Possesses exceptional communication and organizational skills as an Honorable Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant. Safety-oriented approach complemented by expertise in self-defense and suicide prevention. Highly skilled in both pod and central control operations, with a comprehensive understanding of the laws, processes, and procedures involved in registering, treating, and maintaining prisoners.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Portsmouth Sheriff's Office
10.2019 - Current
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Supervised 11 employees and performance of tasks and managed 180 offenders.
Aircraft Loadmaster
United States Air Force
11.2017 - 10.2019
- Supervises cargo/passenger loading and off-loading operations
- Accomplishes passenger briefings to include the use of emergency equipment, evacuation procedures, and border clearances
- Completes required aircraft forms, documentation and border clearance requirements
- Determines cargo restraint requirements according to criteria and directs and checks the application of cargo restraint equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson High School
Portsmouth, VA06.2016
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Situational Awareness
- Excellent problem solving
- Inmate Processing
- Serving court documents
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Staff Management
- Law Enforcement
- Incident Response
- Calm Under Pressure
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
References
Available upon request
Certification
- CPR Training
- VCIN Certified
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Portsmouth Sheriff's Office
10.2019 - Current
Aircraft Loadmaster
United States Air Force
11.2017 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson High School
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