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James Cochran

Salisbury

Summary

Accomplished Detention Supervisor and Maintenance professional with a proven track record at Rowan County Sheriff's Office, enhancing facility safety and operational efficiency. Skilled in staff supervision and conflict resolution, I significantly improved team productivity and facility security measures. Expert in policy enforcement and emergency response, my leadership ensured compliance and streamlined operations.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Detention Supervisor and Maintenance

Rowan County Sheriff's Office
02.2008 - 06.2024
  • Managed daily operations of detention facility to ensure safety and compliance of all procedures.
  • Maintained order and discipline among detainees by implementing structured routines and rules.
  • Coordinated activities and schedules with staff for efficient facility operations.
  • Oversaw intake and release processes, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to policies.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facility to identify and address potential safety hazards.
  • Enhanced security measures with regular audits and updates to surveillance systems.
  • Prepared reports and documentation for management review and decision-making.
  • Collaborated with other supervisors to create policies that improved overall facility operations.
  • Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
  • In control of ordering items for the Detention center.
  • Budget item request.

Supervisor

Sams Car Wash
04.1998 - 02.2008
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Rowan High School
China Grove, NC
05-1999

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Conflict resolution
  • Incident reporting
  • Policy enforcement
  • Facility management
  • Record keeping
  • Emergency response
  • Work schedule planning
  • Inmate oversight
  • Staff training
  • Performance evaluation
  • Workplace inspections
  • Operational efficiency
  • Resource allocation
  • Time management

Timeline

Detention Supervisor and Maintenance

Rowan County Sheriff's Office
02.2008 - 06.2024

Supervisor

Sams Car Wash
04.1998 - 02.2008

High School Diploma -

South Rowan High School
James Cochran