With a distinguished career at the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, I've honed my investigative skills and team leadership, significantly improving case resolution rates. My expertise in conducting thorough investigations and mentoring junior detectives showcases my dedication to justice and professional growth, embodying integrity and innovative problem-solving.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective Corporal
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
03.2013 - Current
Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in investigative techniques and legal considerations related to detective work.
Facilitated community outreach programs to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and local citizens, promoting trust and collaboration in crime prevention efforts.
Assisted in the development of department policies related to detective work, ensuring adherence to best practices across all investigative divisions.
Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing accurate and compelling testimony that contributed to successful prosecutions.
Ensured public safety by proactively patrolling high-crime areas and responding swiftly to incidents.
Collaborated with federal agencies on joint task forces targeting major criminal enterprises, resulting in significant arrests and asset seizures.
Conducted regular reviews of cold cases, identifying new leads through reevaluation of existing evidence or advances in forensic technology.
Managed complex caseloads with precision, prioritizing time-sensitive investigations while maintaining a high level of attention to detail in all cases.
Conducted comprehensive crime scene analysis, meticulously collecting and preserving critical evidence for further examination.
Provided expert consultation to fellow detectives on challenging cases, offering guidance and insight based on extensive experience in criminal investigations.
Developed confidential informants within criminal networks, gathering vital intelligence necessary for successful operations.
Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing advanced interview techniques.
Handled sensitive investigations involving vulnerable populations, demonstrating compassion and professionalism while securing justice for victims.
Utilized advanced forensic tools for the collection and analysis of physical evidence, contributing to conclusive investigative results.
Led undercover operations targeting organized criminal groups, resulting in several arrests and dismantling of illegal activities.
Mentored junior detectives, sharing knowledge and experience to enhance their investigative skills and professional growth.
Completed detailed reports documenting case progress for review by supervisory personnel, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the investigative process.
Collected witness statements and identified persons of interest.
Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
Initiated and concluded investigations of crime organizations.
Sent specimens to labs and ran fingerprints through databases to identify individuals of interest.
Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Management
Union University
Jackson, TN
02-2016
Skills
Integrity and honesty
Patience and persistence
Leading team operations
Physical fitness
Interviewing skills
Memory retention
Surveillance techniques
Conducting investigations
Interviewing witnesses
Courtroom testimony
Undercover operations
Defensive tactics training
Interrogation techniques
Multi-tasking
Analyzing details
Case delegation
Investigative skills
Observational skills
Team leadership skills
Chain of custody
Interrogation skills
Information gathering
Collecting evidence
Researching skills
Witness interviews
Supervising investigations
Report writing
Interview techniques
Interrogation
Criminal law proficiency
Writing reports
Affidavits
Personnel training
DNA swabs
Undercover investigations
Innovative
Undercover experience
Serving search warrants
Locating individuals
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Detailed report writing
Multitasking ability
Accomplishments
Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Certification
Mobile Phone Seizure Certification(MPSC)- Teel Technologies.
Drug Recognition Expert Certification (DRE) - International Association of Chiefs of Police.
Courtroom Testimony/Expert Witness Certificate-Various Legal and Law Enforcement Institutions.
Languages
Polish
Professional Working
Timeline
Detective Corporal
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
03.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Management
Union University
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