Terrence Dukes
Villa Rica
Summary
Accomplished Law Enforcement Leader with 18+ years of progressive experience in criminal investigations, juvenile justice, and detention command operations. Proven supervisor with strong proficiency in major case investigations, facility command, staff supervision, high-risk incident management, and team building. Excels in developing high-performing teams through mentoring, targeted training, motivational counseling, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. Recognized for sound judgment and decisive leadership, recipient of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Commendation for outstanding performance above and beyond duty expectations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant, Jail Division
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Douglasville, Georgia
01.2020 - Current
- Serves as acting facility watch commander in the absence of command staff, exercising full operational command over facility security, inmate management, and emergency response.
- Directs supervision and development of sergeants, deputies, detention officers, and civilian personnel.
- Oversees staffing models, shift deployment, and overtime management to maintain operational readiness.
- Reviews body-worn camera incidents and critical use-of-force events, implementing corrective discipline and leadership development strategies.
- Advises executive command on risk, staffing, and operational improvements.
Major Case Investigator – Criminal Investigations Division (Major Case Unit)
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Douglasville, Georgia
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Led complex felony investigations involving homicide, aggravated assault, armed robbery, sexual assault, and child abuse.
- Developed investigative strategies, coordinated multi-agency operations, and collaborated directly with prosecutors and forensic specialists.
- Prepared high-impact reports and provided expert courtroom testimony supporting successful case prosecutions.
Deputy Sheriff
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Douglasville, Georgia
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Enforced state and local criminal statutes while responding to emergency and non-emergency incidents.
- Conducted arrests, executed warrants, and provided courtroom testimony for criminal prosecutions.
Sergeant – Jail Division (Adult Detention)
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Douglasville, Georgia
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Supervised correctional staff and coordinated facility security operations.
- Directed inmate movement, transport operations, and institutional accountability procedures.
- Strengthened inspection and compliance practices to reduce operational risks.
Correctional Officer – Jail Division (Adult Detention)
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Douglasville, Georgia
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Maintained institutional safety through inmate supervision, security inspections, and contraband detection.
Captain
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
Dallas, Georgia
10.2010 - 08.2012
- Provided executive leadership over all security and operational functions of a secure juvenile detention facility, supervising command staff and line personnel while overseeing policy development, training, compliance audits, and critical incident command to ensure safe, secure, and legally compliant detention operations.
Lieutenant
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
Dallas, Georgia
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Commanded multi-shift security operations, ensuring operational readiness, safety, and regulatory compliance within a secure juvenile detention environment.
- Oversaw intake/release audits, staff performance management, policy enforcement, and served as incident commander during critical events.
Sergeant
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
Dallas, Georgia
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Supervised shift personnel overseeing secure custody and behavioral management of detained youth, ensuring compliance with state standards and facility policy.
- Directed housing operations, incident response, and documentation review while mentoring staff and maintaining institutional accountability.
Juvenile Correction Officer
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
Dallas, Georgia
09.2006 - 01.2008
- Supervised detained youth while serving as a senior officer responsible for mentoring and training new staff in security procedures, documentation standards, and youth management practices.
- Conducted security checks, contraband searches, and emergency response operations while reinforcing facility policy, accountability measures, and professional conduct standards.
Education
BS - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University
01-2024
Skills
- Great Written/Oral Communication Skills
- Intermediate Certification
- Advanced Certification
- Supervisory Certification
- Managerial Certification
- Crisis Intervention Certified
- FEMA ICS-300 & ICS-400 Certified (Intermediate and Advanced)
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Lieutenant, Jail Division
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
01.2020 - Current
Major Case Investigator – Criminal Investigations Division (Major Case Unit)
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
01.2017 - 01.2020
Deputy Sheriff
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
01.2015 - 01.2017
Sergeant – Jail Division (Adult Detention)
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
01.2014 - 01.2015
Correctional Officer – Jail Division (Adult Detention)
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
01.2013 - 01.2014
Captain
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
10.2010 - 08.2012
Lieutenant
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
01.2009 - 10.2010
Sergeant
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
Juvenile Correction Officer
Paulding Regional Youth Detention Center
09.2006 - 01.2008
BS - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University