Mike Dockins
CLEVELAND,TN
Summary
Dynamic Correctional Officer Lieutenant with extensive experience at Bradley County Juvenile Detention Center, excelling in crisis management and inmate supervision. Proven ability to cultivate a respectful environment while effectively coordinating emergency responses. Skilled in surveillance monitoring and de-escalation techniques, ensuring safety and compliance within the facility.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer Lieutenant
Bradley County Juvenile Detention Center
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised [7] employees and performance of tasks
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Sales Associate
Advanced Auto Parts
2023 - Current
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Police Officer
Bradley County Sheriff Department
09.2002 - 04.2004
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Education
Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement
North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy
Austell, GA07-2002
Skills
- Crisis management
- Labor relations
- Restraint techniques
- Security protocols
- Surveillance monitoring
- Scheduling coordination
- Self-defense tactics
- Firearms proficiency
- Incident reporting
- De-escalation techniques
- Inmate supervision
Certification
Tennessee Certified Police Officer
Georgia Certified Police Officer
Georgia Certified Juvenile Corrections Officer
Timeline
Correctional Officer Lieutenant
Bradley County Juvenile Detention Center
02.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Bradley County Sheriff Department
09.2002 - 04.2004
Sales Associate
Advanced Auto Parts
2023 - Current
Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement
North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy