Russell James
Timmonsville,SC
Summary
With a robust background at Darlington County Sheriff's Office, expertise lies in civil and criminal law, along with proficient de-escalation techniques. Achievements include the development of comprehensive training programs and the enhancement of community policing strategies, demonstrating the ability to build relationships and ensure public safety. This approach combines tactical proficiency with empathetic community engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sherriff/Senior Training Officer
Darlington County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - Current
- Established personnel qualifications and coordinated onboarding activities.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
- Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Created and oversaw training programs for operations for over 50+ officers.
- Maintained fleet records for 50+ vehicles
School Resource Officer
Darlington County Sheriff's Office
08.2015 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.
- Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
- Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
- Provided security and safety to 25 school staff and 250 students.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Conducted school security inspections.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
Deputy Sheriff
Darlington County Sheriff's Office
11.2014 - 08.2015
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
Constable
Darlington County Magistrate Office
08.2012 - 11.2014
- Assisted with arrests when necessary.
- Served evictions and subpoenas as directed.
- Filed magistrate legal documents
- Conducted bond court
- Maintained order as bailiff during magistrate court proceedings
Correctional Officer
Darlington County Detention Center
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Education
Law Enforcement 1 Certification -
SC Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC03-2015
High School Diploma -
Mayo High School
Darlington, SC06-1986
Skills
- Civil and criminal law expertise
- Public disturbance resolution
- Criminal law
- De-escalation techniques
- Crime prevention
- Incident response
- Community policing
- Relationship building and management
- Emergency response
- Building security check
- Firearms proficiency
Timeline
Deputy Sherriff/Senior Training Officer
Darlington County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - Current
School Resource Officer
Darlington County Sheriff's Office
08.2015 - 06.2022
Deputy Sheriff
Darlington County Sheriff's Office
11.2014 - 08.2015
Constable
Darlington County Magistrate Office
08.2012 - 11.2014
Correctional Officer
Darlington County Detention Center
08.2010 - 08.2012
Law Enforcement 1 Certification -
SC Criminal Justice Academy
High School Diploma -
Mayo High School
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