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Willanda Marks

Decatur

Summary

Experienced with law enforcement and public safety. Utilizes strong communication to manage community relations and conflict resolution. Track record of maintaining order while ensuring public safety through effective patrolling.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sheriff

DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
12.2021 - Current
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
  • Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
  • Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
  • Provided security at various community events, ensuring a safe environment for attendees.
  • Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
  • Reduced criminal activity through diligent surveillance, proactive policing, and collaboration with local businesses and residents.
  • Administered first aid and emergency assistance at accident scenes, saving lives and stabilizing victims until medical teams arrived.
  • Participated in high-risk arrest warrants, ensuring apprehension of dangerous individuals while minimizing collateral risks.
  • Improved public trust with community policing initiatives, fostering positive relationships between sheriff's department and local residents.
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.

Detention Officer

DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
10.2017 - 12.2021
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
  • Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
  • Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
  • Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
  • Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
  • Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
  • Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
  • Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
  • Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
  • Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
  • Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with inmates to build rapport and trust.
  • Enhanced inmate security by conducting regular cell checks and monitoring daily activities.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain order and resolve conflicts among detainees efficiently.
  • Provided support to inmates by addressing their concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining facility rules and regulations.
  • Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Maintained order during high-stress situations, utilizing conflict resolution skills to de-escalate potential threats.
  • Enhanced communication with law enforcement agencies for smoother transfer and release processes.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, demonstrating empathy toward inmates during difficult situations without compromising authority or control over the situation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Decatur High School
Decatur, Ga
05-2007

Skills

  • De-escalation techniques
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Incident response
  • Emergency response
  • Public safety
  • Community policing
  • Patrol operations
  • Arrest procedures
  • Inmate processing
  • Prisoner transport
  • Crime prevention
  • Surveillance
  • Law enforcement
  • First aid and CPR

Timeline

Deputy Sheriff

DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
12.2021 - Current

Detention Officer

DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
10.2017 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Decatur High School

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