Vigilant Private Investigator with a 15-year background in the investigating field. Skilled at conducting background checks, interviews, and providing surveillance for various private investigation cases. Qualified with a career history of managing workman compensation cases. Skilled at collaborating with clients, management and attorney's to gather investigative information. Known for strengths in mobile surveillance, courtroom testimony, covert video procurement and detailed report writing.
Skills
Attention to detail
Security procedures knowledge
Surveillance procedures knowledge
First aid certified
Reliability
Premises surveillance
Vigilant and watchful
Criminal law understanding
Staffing
Time-sheet processing
Experience
05/1987 to 09/1989
Code Enforcement OfficerCity Of Gainesville, Fl – Gainesville, FL,
Protected safety and health of citizens by keeping buildings and land in accordance with housing and zoning ordinances.
Inspected properties for violations.
Appeared in court as necessary and testified at hearings.
Participated in development of drafting and rewriting various municipal codes.
Prepared written reports, memos, and correspondence.
Outlined necessary remediation plans to achieve desired compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations and standards.
Located hazardous conditions and fire code violations in new and existing constructions.
Developed, implemented and enhanced fire prevention and suppression policies.
Visited sites for follow-up reviews to assess compliance with implemented corrective action plans in case of identified violations.
Testified during court proceedings about applicable fire codes, fire safety issues, investigation findings and identified violations.
Devised short and long-range action plans to address wide variety of municipal needs.
10/1989 to 08/1994
Armed Special Police OfficerAllied Universal Security – New Britain, CT,
Monitored 9 apartment communities in Prince Jessica's County, Maryland and recorded all activity in daily officer report for submission to the Chief at close of shift.
Arrested persons for violating State and County laws such as: drug possession, trespassing, theft, assault, and any criminal act against property and persons.
Followed local law enforcement to their station and took over the arrests by initiating a statement of charges report, arrest report, the weighing of any CDS, fingerprints, photographs and brought my prisoners before the commissioner.
Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
Acted as first-responder for medical emergencies, incoming calls and code red situations prior to arrival of paramedic's and law enforcement.
Protected company assets against theft or damage by conducting frequent building and grounds patrols.
Maintained stamina during long periods of sitting, walking, standing or driving while remaining focused and vigilant.
Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
Analyzed and produced course-of-action reports and escalated issues to management in typical and crisis situations.
Investigated disturbances and used proportional and strategic responses to handle different types of issues.
Communicated with team members and building management via radio and telephone.
Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at all facilities.
Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
Triage problems quickly and provided precise and clear information while working under minimum supervision.
Immediately reported safety hazards including: no lighting, unlocked doors and slip and fall conditions to the property manager and the Chief for remediation instructions.
Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
07/1997 to 03/2004
Security SupervisorPro Audio Video – Florence, NJ,
Reduced general liability claims by 100% through safety audits and training.
Implemented new security protocols to prohibit trespassing and increase safety.
Monitored entire facility using CCTV while simultaneously performing dispatch duties.
Periodically reviewed existing policies and procedures and made recommendations to improve security.
Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
Issued criminal trespass warnings to possible suspects and assisted police in apprehending and processing shop-lifters.
Developed and implemented training methods to promote improved officer performance.
Trained new security officers on safety protocols and company standards.
Demonstrated public safety dedication through thorough patrolling of community events.
Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
Supplied internal and external security within a 1,069,00-square foot mall with 120 retail tenants and 4 anchor stores.
Demonstrated ability to think fast and remain calm under pressure.
Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
Monitored the 1.5 square mile property for any security issues.
Recorded required data for incident reports and files quickly and accurately.
09/2005 to Current
Licensed Private InvestigatorTitan Investigative Alliance LLC – City, STATE,
Testified as representative in court hearings and presented evidence.
Performed surveillance and primarily investigated Workman's Compensation cases.
Investigated background of claimants and witnesses to uncover past criminal activity.
Produced timely and accurate reports about findings.
Performed mobile and stationary surveillance on individuals involved in Workman's Compensation Fraud.
Gathered proof of activities through video recordings, photographs and statements.
Performed Alive and Well checks on Claimant's to determine their daily activity, health and living conditions.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/1983
High School Diploma: Bladensburg High School - Bladensburg, MD GPA:
Expected in 11/2006
: Private Investigation Professional Career Training Institute - Houston, TX GPA:
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