Richard Johnson
Brandenburg,Kentucky
Summary
Highly experienced sworn peace officer, corrections, and security background with over 25 years of supervisory and operational expertise in law enforcement, loss prevention, and public safety. Proven leadership in managing personnel, coordinating with law enforcement agencies, and maintaining institutional safety and compliance. Strong background in emergency response, facility operations, staff training, and administrative processes including scheduling, payroll, and union relations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant
Floyd County Sheriff's Department
06.2020 - 06.2025
- Sergeant in charge of Civil Processing and Home Incarceration Program
- Provided safe and secure transportation of high-risk prisoners
- Provided support for court proceedings through testimony, case preparation, and coordination with prosecutors office.
Security Officer
Reynolds Consumer Products
03.2015 - 06.2020
- Company Overview: Contracted by EHS
- Responsible for facility loss prevention, fire suppression, and first aid response
- Operated CCTV and two-way radios; conducted fire watches and checked fire extinguishers
- Reported incidents directly to EHS Supervisor through email, phone, and written reports
- Maintained knowledge of plant layout and emergency procedures
- Posted job bids and documented awarded positions
- Contracted by EHS
Sergeant / Shift Commander – Field Operations
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.1991 - 01.2014
- Oversaw daily operations for the Home Incarceration Program (HIP)
- Supervised 23 sworn officers and 10 civilian staff members
- Coordinated service of warrants and arrest of fugitives in collaboration with local law enforcement
- Engaged regularly with judicial officials, attorneys, and prosecutors
- Managed staff scheduling, payroll (Kronos/PeopleSoft), and vacation planning
- Served as department liaison for Metro Police ComStat meetings
- Participated in daily command staff briefings with Chief to assess operational priorities
- Directed deployment of staff during major events: Kentucky Derby, Oaks, Thunder Over Louisville, and Pegasus Parade
Booking Floor Sergeant
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Supervised intake and processing of all newly arrested individuals
- Managed 35 sworn officers and 12 civilian personnel
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and operational standards
Correctional Officer – Community Correction Center
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Responsible for supervision and control of work release and sentenced inmates
Correctional Officer – Main Jail
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Handled intake and processing of all fresh arrests
Skills
- Criminal & Civil Investigations
- Supervising & Leadership
- Interviewing & Interrogation Techniques
- Case File Preparation for Prosecution
- GPS Tracking & Surveillance Technology
- Courtroom Testimony & Legal Procedures
- Goal-Oriented Approach
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Detailed Report Writing
- Knowledge of Criminal Law & Procedures
- Collaborative Work with Prosecutors & Law Enforcement Agencies
- Use of lnvestigative Databases & Records Analysis
- High Risk Transportation of Prisoners
- Mental Inquest Warrants
- Home Incarceration with Electronic Monitoring
Certification
• Jefferson County Criminal Justice Academy (1991)
• Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (2020)
• Emergency Response TeamCertification
• CPR, First-Aid, AED certified
• Supervisor Training (CELLS)
• Prison Rape Elimination Act Certification
• Criminal Law (Indiana and Kentucky)
• Defensive Tactics, Taser, Pepper Spray, ASP, PR-24
• Multiple Firearms Training and Qualifications (Patrol Rifle, 9mm, Shotgun)
• Use of Force Training
• Defensive Driving/ Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVO)
• Mobile Data Terminal
Radio Communications
Timeline
Sergeant
Floyd County Sheriff's Department
06.2020 - 06.2025
Security Officer
Reynolds Consumer Products
03.2015 - 06.2020
Booking Floor Sergeant
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.2000 - 01.2004
Correctional Officer – Community Correction Center
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.1996 - 01.2000
Sergeant / Shift Commander – Field Operations
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.1991 - 01.2014
Correctional Officer – Main Jail
Louisville Metro Corrections
01.1991 - 01.1996
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