MICHAEL LEONARD
CLAYTON,NORTH CAROLINA
Summary
Resourceful Deputy Sheriff with many years experience maintaining secure environments while providing effective security presence and visible deterrent to crime. Personable leader monitors rule infractions, detects suspicious activities, and minimizes threats to facilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff / Transportation Unit
Wake County Sheriff's Office
Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
04.2018 - Current
- Transport inmates between jails, prisons, and courts, and hospitals as needed within the state.
- Adhered to all safety guidelines when transporting prisoners outside of the facility's premises.
- Transport inmates between jails, court appearances, and other locations as required.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
Deputy Sheriff
Wake County Sheriff's Office
Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
05.2016 - Current
- Accompanied prisoners to their place of incarceration after sentencing hearing had been completed.
- Responded to inquiries from members of the public regarding open cases or general information about bailiff duties.
- Prepared courtroom for hearings by setting up chairs, tables, audio-visual equipment and other necessary items.
- Ensured that courtroom was orderly throughout proceedings by maintaining decorum among attendees.
- Provided security services within courthouse premises to ensure safety of personnel present there.
- Enforced courtroom rules of behavior to eliminate disruptions.
Detention Officer
Wake County Sheriff's Office
Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
09.2003 - 10.2015
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
- Investigated suspicious activities in neighborhoods or businesses.
- Provided transportation to medical appointments, jails, and prisons within the state.
Education
Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies
Safe Haven Interdenominational Bible College
Zebulon, NC06-2024
Skills
- Court Proceedings
- Civil and criminal laws
- Public event security
- Courthouse safety
- Public disturbance resolution
- Public Safety
- Firearms proficiency
- Emergency Response
- Prisoner Transport
- First-aid and CPR
- De-Escalation Techniques
Certification
- Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Certification
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff / Transportation Unit
Wake County Sheriff's Office
04.2018 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Wake County Sheriff's Office
05.2016 - Current
Detention Officer
Wake County Sheriff's Office
09.2003 - 10.2015
Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies
Safe Haven Interdenominational Bible College
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