Yer Vang
Woodbury
Summary
Law enforcement professional prepared for impactful contributions. Known to be an active team member with adaptability, motivated in achieving quality results, drive for success even in fast-paced, short timelines, and limited supervision environments. Openness to meaningful dialog and share strategic thinking with hands-on experience to enhance knowledge and skills for continuous growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
First Vice President
Minnesota Asian Peace Officers Association
01.2025 - Current
- Lead strategic initiatives to enhance community outreach and engagement within diverse populations - e.g. Glow of Hope.
- Collaborate with local organizations to promote community trust.
- Develop and execute strategic plans for organizational and membership professional growth in their fields of interest, including event planning.
- Continuously improve internal processes through regular review and optimization to increasing overall productivity within the team.
- Establish a culture of continuous learning and professional development by empowering members to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
Deputy Sheriff
Ramsey County Sheriff's Office
12.2024 - Current
- Enforced laws, judicial orders, and regulations to maintain public safety and order within Ramsey County Courthouses, including providing medical aid and warrant or judicial order arrests.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Current assignment as Expungement Specialist: sealing criminal arrest and booking records.
- Provide coverage in courts during staff storage.
Secretary
Minnesota Asian Peace Officers Association
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed scheduling and correspondence to ensure efficient office operations.
- Coordinated meetings and events, facilitating communication among members.
- Maintained accurate records and files for organizational efficiency.
- Implemented office procedures that improved workflow and reduced errors.
- Documented official board and members meeting agenda and minutes.
- Lead the organization and operations of our 15th Anniversary Gala - 100+ guests and seating arrangements, acquired 10+ fundraising raffle items, created event presentation, and more.
Deputy Sheriff
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Continued same duties as described under Detention Deputy with addition to guarding and transporting in-custody inmates during either hospital stays or appointments. Man public facing workstation. other workstation, e.g. Public Safety Facility and City Hall Weapons Screening.
- Continued assignment with Policy and Procedure Review Committee and Emergency Management Team in conjunction of collateral with Community Engagement Team.
- Assisted as an expungement expert with Central Records.
- Mentored junior deputies in operational procedures and best practices for enforcement.
- Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
- Oversaw inmate transport to court hearings, maintaining strict security protocols to prevent escape attempts.
- Administered first aid and emergency assistance during incidents that occurred with the jail.
Detention Deputy
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Supervised inmate activities ensuring safety and compliance with facility policy and procedures.
- Conducted thorough searches of inmates and property to prevent contraband introduction.
- Monitored security systems and responded promptly to incidents within the detention center.
- Ensured the safety and security of staff, inmates, visitors, and facilities (Public Safety Facility and City Hall) with regular security checks.
- Documented detailed reports as primary or assisting officers when involved with incidents.
- Selected to join the Policy and Procedure Review Committee and continued to be part of the Emergency Management Team.
Custody Records Supervisor
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
08.2017 - 04.2022
- Oversaw the operations and accuracy of intake booking process and inmate paperwork, ensuring compliance with agency, state and federal regulations.
- Developed training for best practices and software utilization, including customized training to accommodate unique learning towards a successful outcome.
- Supervised up to at least 15 staff, included ensuring smooth daily operations, staffing levels, conduct performance evaluation, investigative interviews, provide strategic performance enhancement through counseling, issue reprimands, and more.
- Analyzed workflow processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategic solutions.
- Assisted in the development of department's policies regarding record retention, disposal, and preservation.
- Assigned as supervisor overseeing Records Check (Data Request) and Expungement, including creating and maintaining Standard Operations Procedure manual and training materials.
- Active participant of the JMS Team during the newly acquired JMS upgrade by providing critical feedback to meet Central Records procedural needs and more.
Custody Records Coordinator
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Maintain in-custody inmates' arrest and court paperwork and resolving conflict or discrepancies.
- Heavy contact with business partners – including law enforcement, District Court, other counties, Department of Corrections, chemical dependency facilities, MN BCA, etc.
- Systems actively use JMS, MNCIS, CJIS/NCIC, LETG, Microsoft applications, DOC, POR, RMS, MGA/Odyssey and more.
Records Clerk
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
11.2013 - 10.2016
- Handled clerical tasks on incoming arrests – includes, entering arrestee into Jail Management System (JMS), take booking photographs, interview inmate to obtain accurate and current demographics, identifying marks, and citing purpose of incarceration.
- Verified inmate's identity through fingerprints and conducting wanted status elsewhere using CJIS/NCIC, LETG, POR, MyBCA LME, etc.
- Assist in miscellaneous tasks and/or projects, e.g. Records Check (Data Request/Practices).
- Safeguarded sensitive information by enforcing strict security protocols and monitoring access to critical files.
- Updated records with new information.
- Provided training to new records clerks to improve knowledge and skills.
- Active use of JMS, MNCIS, CJIS/NCIC, LETG, Microsoft applications, etc.
Education
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05-2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Skills
Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN05-2022
High School Diploma -
Como Park Senior High
Saint Paul, MN05-2006
Skills
- Willingness to take on challenges
- Quick learner with great attention to detail
- Adaptable to rapid changes and/or workload
- Possess critical and logical decision making
- Able to work with diversity and team building
- Flexible schedule – shifts, weekend, and holidays
- Good leadership and training skills
- Competent computer knowledge/skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Great problem solving and de-escalation skills
- Exceptional organization and prioritizing skills
- Efficient with Windows and Microsoft applications
Certificates and Training
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), The American Heart Association
- Protecting Human Research Participants, The National Institutes of Health
- FBI-LEEDA, 395th Supervisor Leadership Institute for Law Enforcement Executives
- Introduction to Hazardous Materials, FEMA National Incident Management System
- Introduction to Incident Command System, FEMA National Incident Management System
- Introduction to National Incident Management System, FEMA National Incident Management System
- PATROL, Peace Officer Accredited Training Online, multiple certificates of completion available upon request
Timeline
First Vice President
Minnesota Asian Peace Officers Association
01.2025 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Ramsey County Sheriff's Office
12.2024 - Current
Secretary
Minnesota Asian Peace Officers Association
01.2023 - 12.2024
Deputy Sheriff
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
10.2022 - 12.2024
Detention Deputy
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
04.2022 - 10.2022
Custody Records Supervisor
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
08.2017 - 04.2022
Custody Records Coordinator
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
10.2016 - 08.2017
Records Clerk
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
11.2013 - 10.2016
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement
Century College
Certificate - Law Enforcement Skills
Hennepin Technical College
High School Diploma -
Como Park Senior High