Cheryl Hughes
Roxboro
Summary
Accomplished Major with 32 years at the Person County Sheriff's Office, excelling in security management and community outreach. Proven track record in criminal investigations and emergency response, fostering trust and collaboration. Renowned for integrity and a positive attitude, dedicated to impactful post-retirement roles that leverage extensive law enforcement expertise.
I am a General Instructor who delivers comprehensive criminal justice training programs for recruits and department personnel, ensuring adherence to law enforcement standards and best practices, as well as BLET courses.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Major
Person County Sheriff's Office
Roxboro
01.1994 - Current
- Seasoned law enforcement professional with 32 years of dedicated service at the Person County Sheriff's Office. Highly experienced in public safety, community relations, and administrative support within a high-pressure environment. Known for integrity, dependability, and a strong commitment to protecting the community. Seeking a post-retirement role where my skills in security, communication, and coordination can be put to impactful use. I taught D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) and G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education and Training) programs in local schools, reaching hundreds of students annually.
- Developed and implemented a successful youth summer camp program focused on mentorship, leadership, and life skills.
- Acted as a liaison between the sheriff’s office and the community to build trust and foster positive relationships.
- Managed records, handled sensitive documentation, and provided logistical support for departmental operations.
- Trained junior staff, and coordinated with school administrators, community leaders, and law enforcement agencies.
- Enforced laws and maintained public safety within the community.
- Supervised patrol officers and coordinated law enforcement activities.
- Conducted criminal investigations and gathered evidence for cases.
- Managed emergency response operations during critical incidents.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs to enhance relations.
- Trained new recruits on policies, procedures, and law enforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address crime prevention strategies.
- Served legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, arrest warrants.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings related to cases investigated by the Sheriff's Office.
- Responded to emergency calls for assistance from citizens or law enforcement agencies.
- Enforced all laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Supervised staff members and delegated tasks accordingly.
- Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Directed strategic planning and implementation of organizational goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC12-2000
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Alamance Community College
Graham, NC08-1992
Skills
- security management
- emergency response
- criminal investigation
- policy development
- law enforcement techniques
- community outreach
- conflict resolution
- Friendly, positive attitude
Affiliations
- I have worked many years, I find a balance between work and home. I love to mow as my release.
Certification
- CJ General Instructor
- Certified Law Enforcement
Timeline
Major
Person County Sheriff's Office
01.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Mount Olive
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Alamance Community College
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