Accomplished leader with a proven track record at the Magistrate Court of Pickens County, adept in legal research and fostering teamwork. Championed court technology innovations and streamlined operations, significantly enhancing judicial efficiency. Renowned for mentoring judges and advancing community understanding, embodying decisiveness and collaboration.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Pickens County Fire & Rescue
06.1993 - 12.2023
Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Chief Judge
Magistrate Court of Pickens County
08.2008 - 05.2020
Strengthened public trust in the judicial system through transparent decision-making and open dialogue with stakeholders.
Reduced backlog of cases by promoting alternative dispute resolution methods.
Upheld constitutional rights by carefully considering each case''s merits while adhering to established laws and precedents.
Championed innovations in court technology for improved record-keeping and communication between parties.
Collaborated with court administrative staff to improve operational processes and resource allocation.
Mentored junior judges, fostering professional growth and development within the judiciary.
Led a team of judges in overseeing complex civil and criminal proceedings, maintaining a high standard of judicial excellence.
Championed diversity within the judiciary, promoting a more inclusive and representative legal system that reflects the community it serves.
Developed continuing education programs for judges to stay abreast of current legal trends, enhancing overall judicial competency.
Streamlined court operations by eliminating redundancies and identifying areas for process improvement, leading to reduced case processing times.
Advanced public understanding of the role of judiciary through participation in community outreach initiatives and educational programs.
Implemented measures to address safety concerns within courthouse facilities, ensuring a secure environment for all participants in the judicial process.
Chief Deputy Sheriff
Office of the Sheriff, Pickens County Georgia
01.1995 - 08.2008
Coordinated security planning major events held jurisdiction ensuring adequate staffing coordination multiple departments agencies effective incident management traffic crowd control.
Facilitated internal investigations into allegations misconduct inappropriate behavior involving deputies taking disciplinary actions warranted protecting integrity reputation agency public trust.
Promoted open communication channels between command staff, line officers, civilian employees encouraging feedback from subordinates identifying opportunities improvement across organization.
Evaluated personnel performance regularly provided constructive feedback coaching mentoring support career advancement opportunities based strengths areas growth potential.
Enhanced officer training programs to ensure the highest level of professionalism, skill, and ethical conduct among deputies.
Implemented crime prevention initiatives that led to a significant reduction in reported offenses within the jurisdiction.