Vanessa Long
CHATSWORTH,GA
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with experience as a Deputy Sheriff at Whitfield County Sheriff's Office. Skilled in emergency response and community policing, I excel in relationship building and de-escalation techniques. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while ensuring safety and security, fostering trust within the community.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Whitfield County Sheriff's Office
805 Professional Blvd Dalton Ga 30721
11.2022 - Current
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols in law enforcement environments.
- Assisted in conducting routine patrols to ensure community safety and security.
- Engaged with the community to foster positive relationships and enhance public trust.
- Responded quickly to emergencies, demonstrating ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in conflict resolution and crisis management.
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Elbert Shaw RYDC
2735 Underwood Road Dalton GA 30721
2019 - 2022
- Monitored and ensured safety of juveniles in residential facilities during daily activities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to de-escalate conflicts among residents.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain secure and safe living environments for youth.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate records to support compliance with regulatory standards.
Secretary
Department of Family and Children Services
1142 N Thornton Ave Dalton GA 30721
2017 - 2019
- Managed office supplies inventory, streamlining procurement processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Supported onboarding of new employees by facilitating training sessions and preparing necessary documentation.
- Maintained filing systems both electronically and physically, improving document retrieval speed for team members.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Secretary
Wilson Insurance Agency
912 Walnut Ave Dalton GA 30721
2015 - 2017
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Promoted a positive image of the organization through clear communication both internally with colleagues and externally with clients.
Education
Murray County High School
1001 Green Road Chatsworth GA 30705Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident response
- Emergency response
- Relationship building and management
- Patrol operations
- Community policing
- Evidence collection
- First aid and CPR
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Criminal investigation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Whitfield County Sheriff's Office
11.2022 - Current
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Elbert Shaw RYDC
2019 - 2022
Secretary
Department of Family and Children Services
2017 - 2019
Secretary
Wilson Insurance Agency
2015 - 2017
Murray County High School