Norma Harnish
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Insightful Deputy Sheriff with six years of experience in a law enforcement environment and commitment to maintaining high levels of safety and organization. Proven leader with reliable and detail-oriented observation skills. Goal-oriented with calm and focused demeanor in stressful situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Portsmouth Sherriff's Office
01.2020 - Current
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Collaborated with a diverse team of professionals to ensure the safety and security of inmates and staff.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills by effectively interacting with individuals from various backgrounds.
- Trained in crisis intervention techniques and successfully diffused potentially dangerous situations.
Correctional Officer
St. Brides Correctional Center
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Maintained order and security within the correctional facility, ensuring the safety of staff and inmates.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Effectively managed inmate behavior and diffused potential conflicts using interpersonal skills and de-escalation techniques.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement rehabilitation programs for inmates.
- Completed comprehensive training in emergency response procedures, ensuring quick and effective response to critical incidents.
Education
Criminal Justice
University of Maryland - University College
Associate of Arts -
Johnson & Wales University
Skills
- Public Safety
- Public Disturbance Investigation
- Incident Response
- Crime Prevention
- Records Management
- Contraband Seizure
- Trained in Defensive Tactics
- Crisis Management
- Inmate Behavior Modification Tactics
Professional Qualifications
- Results oriented problem solver
- Calm and steadfast in crisis situations
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Culturally sensitive and adaptive to diverse groups
- Communicates effectively to achieve objectives
Additional Information
- Independent Care Giver, CNA, Virginia Beach, VA
- United States Navy – Damage Control (DC2), Norfolk, VA
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Portsmouth Sherriff's Office
01.2020 - Current
Correctional Officer
St. Brides Correctional Center
02.2017 - 01.2020
Criminal Justice
University of Maryland - University College
Associate of Arts -
Johnson & Wales University
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