Michael Gates
Logan,Utah
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional with over 19 years of experience in the Cache County Sheriff’s Office, including roles as a Control Room Operator, Corrections Deputy, and Jail Operations Sergeant. Proven leadership skills as a Line Sergeant and SERT Commander with extensive training and certifications in defensive tactics, tactical medicine instructor, which is utilized in my current role as the office's Civil/Training Sergeant. Recognized for outstanding achievements with multiple awards for excellence in firearms and physical fitness. Committed to community, the development of deputies through effective training and mentorship.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sheriff’s Office Civil / Training Sergeant
Cache County Sheriff's Office
07.2023 - Current
- Maintain training records, certifications, and compliance documentation for the sheriff’s office.
- Act as liaison for training with outside agencies.
- Developed and delivered training curriculum to deputies, ensuring compliance with policies and state standards.
- Managed training equipment and supplies inventory.
- Collaborated with division lieutenants and sergeants to assess training needs and coordinate instructors.
- Oversaw service of legal documents (summons, subpoenas, eviction notices, restraining orders).
- Managed property seizures, writs, and conducted sheriff’s sales.
- Executed bench warrants and assisted in issuing and enforcing protective orders.
Jail Operations Sergeant
Cache County Sheriff's Office
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Supervised classification and programs deputies, ensuring compliance with procedures.
- Oversaw accurate and timely booking procedures and court paperwork entries.
- Established training schedules for new deputies and tracked their progress.
- Implemented safety protocols for inmates and staff during booking.
- Reviewed jail booking records for timely updates on arraignments, sentences, and hearings.
Jail SERT Commander
Cache County Sheriff's Office
09.2015 - 07.2023
- Acted as the Tactical Command during emergencies, assessing threats, leading responses, and making necessary tactical adjustments.
- Created, implemented, and managed tactical plans, including high-risk inmate transports, riot control measures, and searches for weapons or contraband.
- Trained and assessed team members to ensure they possess high proficiency in defensive tactics, non-lethal weapons, and specialized equipment.
- Focused on the safety of deputies, civilian staff, and inmates by managing risks in high-stakes situations to reduce injuries and liabilities.
- Verified that operations adhered to state and federal laws as well as facility policies, while conducting post-incident debriefings and ensuring comprehensive documentation to address potential legal issues.
Jail Line Sergeant
Cache County Sheriff's Office
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Effectively lead staff and manage inmate populations with a balance of firmness and fairness.
- Supervise 12 to 14 deputies by evaluating their performance, scheduling work, and managing leave requests.
- Responsibilities include assigning posts, conducting briefings, and providing on-the-job training and mentorship for deputies.
Jail Deputy
Cache County Sheriff's Office
12.2006 - 06.2015
- Responded to emergencies, including fights, medical emergencies, or fire alarms within the facility.
- Performed booking, conducting fingerprinting and photographing of inmates, managing their release, and overseeing the issuance of clothing and bedding.
- Ensured the safety of both my fellow deputies and the inmates by performing constant security checks and enforcing the rules of the facility.
Jail Control Room Operator
Cache County Sheriff's Office
05.2006 - 12.2006
- Monitor high-risk inmates, facilitate inmate counts, and coordinate movements for services like showers, recreation, or medical visits.
- Keeps accurate records of inmate counts, visitor entries, and daily activities within the facility.
- Initiate facility-wide lockdowns and summon emergency services (police, fire, medical) when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Utah State University
Logan, UT05-2006
Minor - Sociology
Utah State University
Logan05-2006
Certification
- Basic Corrections Officer Utah Department of Corrections Academy | May 2007
- Special Functions Officer Utah Department of Corrections Academy | May 2007
- Law Enforcement Officer Bridgerland Applied Technology College | November 2013
- Level One Public Order Officer Survival Edge Tactical Systems, Inc | April 2013
- Internal Affairs Investigator Law Enforcement Seminars | December 2023
- Background Investigator Law Enforcement Seminars | October 2023
- Tactical Medicine Instructor Federal Law Enforcement Training Center | November 2024
- CPR/First Aid Instructor Logan Regional Hospital | September 2025
Awards
Outstanding Achievement Award Jail Bridgerland Applied Technology College | November 2019, BATC Instructor Appreciation Award Bridgerland Applied Technology College | November 2014, BATC Outstanding Physical Fitness Award Bridgerland Applied Technology College | November 2013, Richard Mecham Firearms Award Cache County Sheriff’s Office | May 2009
Timeline
Sheriff’s Office Civil / Training Sergeant
Cache County Sheriff's Office
07.2023 - Current
Jail Operations Sergeant
Cache County Sheriff's Office
06.2019 - 07.2023
Jail SERT Commander
Cache County Sheriff's Office
09.2015 - 07.2023
Jail Line Sergeant
Cache County Sheriff's Office
06.2015 - 06.2019
Jail Deputy
Cache County Sheriff's Office
12.2006 - 06.2015
Jail Control Room Operator
Cache County Sheriff's Office
05.2006 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Utah State University
Minor - Sociology
Utah State University