John Hamer
Elkridge
Summary
Accomplished Detective First Grade with the Metropolitan Police Department, skilled in conducting complex investigations and mentoring teams. Expert in evidence collection and report preparation, fostering collaboration to enhance case outcomes. Proven ability to prioritize multiple cases while maintaining confidentiality and exercising ethical judgment in high-stakes environments.
Skilled at reviewing reports, overseeing investigations and preparing cases for court. Knowledgeable about resolving staffing issues, training junior detectives and improving team performance with hands-on coaching and assessments.
Professional investigator with strong track record in solving complex cases and uncovering critical information. Skilled in surveillance, evidence gathering, and data analysis, ensuring thorough and accurate investigations. Strong team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently achieving results in dynamic environments. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective First Grade
Metropolitan Police Department
01.2000 - 05.2025
- Conducted thorough investigations to solve complex cases and gather critical evidence.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and enhance case outcomes.
- Developed comprehensive reports documenting findings, evidence, and investigative procedures.
- Led multidisciplinary teams during major investigations, ensuring cohesive collaboration and communication.
- Mentored junior detectives to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Performed extensive research on criminal backgrounds and patterns using various databases for accurate suspect profiling.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
Education
Criminal Justice
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD05-1997
Skills
- Interview techniques
- Team leadership skills
- Information gathering
- Collecting evidence
- Conducting investigations
- Ethical judgment
- Report preparation
- Researching skills
- Supervising investigations
- Case documentation
- Case management
- Personnel training
Certification
Professional history report and certifications available upon request
Timeline
Detective First Grade
Metropolitan Police Department
01.2000 - 05.2025
Criminal Justice
Montgomery College
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