Staff Sergeant Joseph Stephenson
ELON,NC
Summary
Resourceful Deputy Sheriff with over 27 years of 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
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Durham County Sheriff's Office
Durham, NC
12.2018 - Current
- Interviewed witnesses and victims of crimes to obtain additional information regarding incidents under investigation.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Developed relationships with members of the community through participation in various events or activities.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and operational before each shift.
- Collected and recorded information pertaining to manner and cause of deaths to report to coroner.
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Monitored inmates at correctional facilities ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations.
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Regulated vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Gathered and recorded evidence and witness statements for over 15 cases.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
Court Security Supervisor
Durham County Sheriff's Office
Durham, NC
02.1997 - Current
- Adhered strictly to all laws pertaining to detentions facilities while maintaining professional conduct at all times.
- Answered 50 calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
- Searched prisoners and vehicles and conducted shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling shifts for personnel, coordinating meetings between supervisors and subordinates, preparing payrolls.
- Provided direction and support to subordinate staff members during their daily tasks.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Attended periodic staff meetings to discuss issues related to detention operations.
- Participated in court proceedings as needed when called upon by judicial officials.
- Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
- Provided guidance to subordinate staff on correctional policies and procedures.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Criminal Justice
St.. Augustine University
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Public Disturbance Resolution
- Public Event Security
- Public Safety
- Courthouse Safety
- Incident Response
Accomplishments
- CIT
- FTO Supervisor
- Detention Response Team member
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Durham County Sheriff's Office
12.2018 - Current
Court Security Supervisor
Durham County Sheriff's Office
02.1997 - Current
Criminal Justice
St.. Augustine University
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