Amanda McPherson
Murfreesboro,Tennesee
Summary
Hard working and conscientious individual with high level of integrity. Currently assigned to investigations with several years of experience in coordinating investigations, researching leads, and obtaining pertinent evidence. Resourceful leader focused on keeping an open perspective during investigations while utilizing both modern and traditional investigative techniques. Adept at managing long-term investigative cases while assisting with other investigations/tasks as well.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective
Rutherford County Sheriffs Office
Murfreesboro, Tennesee
08.2008 - Current
- Obtained search warrants and executed them to gather evidence related to a case.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Provided testimony during trials concerning facts uncovered during investigations.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
- Maintained professional relationships with members of the community while conducting investigations.
- Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
Field Training Officer
Rutherford County Sheriffs Office
Murfreesboro, Tennesee
2015 - Current
- Developed and monitored progress of individual trainees through regular assessment evaluations.
- Identified potential problems that may arise due to lack of knowledge or experience among trainees prior to their deployment in the field environment.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date training materials, including manuals, handouts, and instructional videos.
- Maintained accurate records of employee participation and progress in training programs.
- Conducted post-training follow-ups to assess knowledge retention and application on the job.
- Adapted training strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Maintained strong knowledge by participating in workshops, conferences, and online education classes.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
Education
Crime Scene Investigator - Forensic Science
National Forensic Academy
Law Enforcement Innovation Center- Knoxville, TN06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2019
High School Diploma -
Soddy Daisy High School
Soddy Daisy, TN05-2001
Skills
- Homicide Team Member
- CPIT Team Member
- Crime scene management and preservation
- Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
- Shooting Reconstruction
- Latent Fingerprint Identification
- Internal Affairs Investigator
- PREA investigator
Accomplishments
- 2023 Exchange Club Officer of the Year
- 2019, 2023 Officer of the Month
- 2018 Emergency Responder of the Week
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Certified Crime Scene Investigator
Timeline
Detective
Rutherford County Sheriffs Office
08.2008 - Current
Field Training Officer
Rutherford County Sheriffs Office
2015 - Current
Crime Scene Investigator - Forensic Science
National Forensic Academy
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Middle Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Soddy Daisy High School
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