Background Investigator
Robert Lee
La Plata
Summary
Dedicated Criminal Investigator focused on keeping general public safe through superior investigation of crimes and offenses. Assists fellow employees, superiors and community leaders in complex investigations of crimes against people, property crimes and organized crime. Well-rounded Detective with exceptional analytical, innovative and imaginative problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an investigator position. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
08.1996 - 03.2004
- Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
- Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
- Evaluated soldier performance through regular assessments and feedback sessions, promoting continuous improvement within the unit.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Instructed infantry skills at service schools and combat training centers.
- Developed leadership skills among junior team members through mentoring and guidance.
- Participated in numerous deployments, consistently demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and commitment to mission accomplishment.
Police Officer
Prince George's County Police Department
03.2004 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations during investigations, minimizing risk for litigation or procedural errors.
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing effective interviewing techniques.
- Maintain a professional tone.
- Negotiated with informants to obtain key information, significantly advancing ongoing investigations.
- Conducted surveillance operations to gather critical intelligence, leading to successful case resolutions.
- Coordinated with federal agencies on cross-jurisdictional cases, fostering effective collaboration and achieving shared goals.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
Narcotics Investigator
Prince George's County Police Department
07.2007 - Current
- Assessed evidence collected from crime scenes thoroughly to identify potential leads in ongoing narcotics investigations accurately.
- Coordinated raids on suspected drug dens or stash houses based on gathered intelligence, disrupting major supply chains.
- Operated undercover to gain intelligence on drug movements and related players.
- Mentored junior investigators by sharing knowledge and experience gained during years of service as a Narcotics Investigator successfully guiding their professional growth.
- Implemented innovative interdiction techniques that led to increased seizures of illegal drugs along highways or other transportation routes or through parcel interdiction in the area of jurisdiction.
- Acquired and executed warrants to capture persons of interest and case evidence.
- Conducted street buys to identify and capture local dealers.
- Identified potential informants and cultivated relationships to gather valuable intelligence on drug activities within the community.
- Developed comprehensive case reports, enabling efficient prosecution of offenders in court proceedings.
- Enhanced narcotics investigations by utilizing advanced surveillance techniques and intelligence gathering methods.
- Interviewed witnesses and interrogated suspects to obtain additional information about criminal activities.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
Narcotics Canine Handler
Prince George's County Police Department
06.2010 - Current
- Completed and submitted daily paperwork and administrative duties related to canine care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development and training programs, learning new methods and techniques in animal handling.
- Conducted thorough searches for narcotics, explosives, or other illicit substances using well-trained canines to maintain a safe environment.
- Strengthened communication skills between handler and canine by regularly participating in advanced training seminars, workshops, and conferences to stay current on industry practices.
- Managed inventory of supplies and materials necessary for canine handling and care.
- Increased team efficiency with timely documentation of completed tasks and detailed reports on findings from each assignment involving the use of canines.
- Administered flea and heartworm treatments and bathed animals to maintain health.
- Mentored new handlers on proper techniques, protocols, and strategies necessary for a productive partnership with their canine counterparts.
- Established and maintained safe and clean working environment for animals.
- Managed inventory of essential equipment utilized during various deployments while ensuring proper maintenance of gear used by both handler and canine partners.
- Enhanced canine training techniques by implementing positive reinforcement and consistent communication methods.
- Assisted in restraining canines during medical procedures.
- Utilized leashes, collars and harnesses for improved control of canine behavior.
- Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train animals.
- Collaborated with veterinarians, animal caretakers and other animal experts on how best to train animals.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals based on individual needs.
- Delivered public presentations to educate public on animal training and behavior.
Diver
Prince George's County Police Department
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate dive logs for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
- Recovered lost items and performed salvage operations in challenging underwater conditions.
- Used diver helpers, diving suits and other scuba gear properly and safely to aid in successful diving operations.
- Utilized underwater telephones, beacons and signal lines to effectively communicate with staff above water.
- Performed emergency response drills to enhance team preparedness during critical situations.
- Conducted regular equipment inventory audits to ensure timely replacement of worn-out gear or malfunctioning devices.
- Recovered objects beneath silt and water, connecting hooks and elevating with cranes, winches or derricks.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting thorough pre-dive checks and equipment maintenance.
- Contributed to improved team dynamics among divers through active listening skills and providing constructive feedback during debriefings.
- Provided valuable training to new divers by sharing experience, expertise, and best practices in diving operations.
- Exercised impeccable risk management with regular revisions to safety protocol.
- Removed trash and pollution from sea, depending on location and need.
- Maintained and checked diving equipment for functionality and safety.
- Took appropriate safety precautions such as monitoring dive lengths and depths and registering with authorities before diving expeditions began.
- Maintained full understanding of dive plan and asked appropriate questions to iron out any confusing details, consistently upholding safety, efficiency and project standards.
- Remained calm and focused, even during stressful or intense diving situations.
- Communicated with workers on surface while underwater using signal lines or telephones.
- Checked and maintained diving equipment such as helmets, air tanks or gauges.
- Discovered and salvaged items such as vehicles and weapons from rivers and lakes.
- Checked all personal diving equipment to identify and correct functional concerns prior to scheduled dives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Warren Woods Tower High School
Warren, MI05.1996
Skills
- Undercover operations
- Task Force Participation
- Parcel Interdiction
- Controlled Deliveries
- Rescue Diving Techniques
- Search and recovery techniques
- Boat Handling Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Ice Diving Experience
- Dry Suit Diving
Work Availability
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Interests
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- Charles County Dive Rescue Team
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsWork-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveTimeline
Diver
Prince George's County Police Department
10.2021 - Current
Narcotics Canine Handler
Prince George's County Police Department
06.2010 - Current
Narcotics Investigator
Prince George's County Police Department
07.2007 - Current
Police Officer
Prince George's County Police Department
03.2004 - Current
Infantry Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
08.1996 - 03.2004
High School Diploma -
Warren Woods Tower High School
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