Brandon M. Goater
Hilton
Summary
Law enforcement professional with over 20 years of experience in criminal investigations, narcotics enforcement, and undercover operations. Expertise in investigating drug trafficking organizations through roles with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team (GRANET). Demonstrated success in managing complex investigations, executing search warrants, and developing prosecutable cases. Experienced supervisor skilled in leading personnel and coordinating multi-agency operations to enhance law enforcement effectiveness.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Sergeant
Greece Police Department
Greece
07.2025 - Current
- Provide leadership during major incidents, critical events, and crime scene operations.
- Supervised patrol officers in daily law enforcement operations and emergency incidents to ensure effective response and community safety.
- Coordinated staffing, scheduling, and shift assignments to maintain operational readiness and effective resource allocation.
- Ensure compliance with departmental policies, state laws, and constitutional procedures.
- Review investigative and patrol reports for accuracy, completeness, and legal sufficiency.
- Prepared officer performance evaluations and provided coaching to enhance professional development and improve team capabilities.
Police Detective
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Task Force Officer
02.2023 - 07.2025
- Investigated regional and interstate drug trafficking organizations as a DEA Task Force Officer.
- Conducted complex long-term narcotics investigations targeting organizations responsible for the distribution of controlled substances.
- Performed undercover narcotics operations involving controlled purchases of illegal narcotics.
- Developed and managed confidential informants, ensuring operational security and source integrity to support investigations.
- Conducted physical surveillance, mobile surveillance, and investigative intelligence gathering.
- Prepared comprehensive federal and state investigative reports, affidavits, criminal complaints, and search warrant applications, facilitating prosecution efforts.
- Coordinated and executed high-risk search warrants and arrest operations, contributing to successful incapacitation of criminal organizations.
- Collected, documented, and processed physical evidence while maintaining chain of custody.
- Worked collaboratively with DEA Special Agents, Assistant United States Attorneys, state prosecutors, and local law enforcement agencies.
- Testified in state and federal court proceedings.
Temporary Assignment
Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team (GRANET), DEA / Homeland Security Investigations (HSI-TFO)
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Conducted narcotics investigations with DEA.
- Led long-term Title III investigation into gambling and public corruption with HSI, enhancing collaborative efforts across agencies.
- Participated in multi-jurisdictional investigations against drug trafficking organizations, contributing to coordinated law enforcement responses.
- Conducted surveillance operations and assisted in the execution of search warrants and arrest warrants.
- Assisted with confidential informant management and undercover narcotics investigations.
- Supported intelligence gathering and developed cases for federal prosecution, facilitating successful legal outcomes.
Criminal Investigation Division
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Conducted follow-up investigations involving felony crimes, violent offenses, and major incidents.
- Interviewed victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential sources.
- Prepared search warrants, arrest warrants, affidavits, and investigative reports.
- Processed crime scenes and coordinated investigative resources.
- Presented criminal cases for prosecution and testified in court proceedings.
- Assisted patrol supervisors during major investigations and critical incidents.
Police Officer
Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team (GRANET)
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Conducted undercover narcotics investigations targeting mid- and upper-level drug traffickers, leading to significant disruptions in drug trafficking operations.
- Performed covert surveillance and controlled narcotics purchases.
- Assisted with Title III wiretap investigations and electronic surveillance operations.
- Prepared search warrant applications and executed warrants, contributing to successful apprehensions and evidence collection.
- Conducted evidence collection and case preparation for prosecution.
- Coordinated with DEA Special Agents in multi-agency narcotics investigations, enhancing collaboration and operational effectiveness.
- February 2015 February 2018
Police Officer
Traffic Enforcement Unit/Road Patrol
03.2007 - 01.2015
- Responded to calls for service and criminal incidents.
- Conducted traffic enforcement and motor vehicle crash investigations.
- Processed crime scenes and prepared investigative reports.
- Testified in criminal and traffic court proceedings.
- Patrolled by marked patrol vehicle and police motorcycle.
Park Police Officer
New York State Park Police
Long Island
11.2005 - 03.2007
- Executed uniformed law enforcement duties to ensure safety across New York State Park system.
- Enforced traffic regulations and investigated crashes to enhance roadway safety.
- Conducted patrols on vehicle, ATV, and marine craft to maintain public safety.
- Managed emergency calls for service to provide timely assistance and maintain public safety.
- Performed crowd management and public safety operations.
- Prepared reports and testified in court.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hilton High School
Hilton, New York05-2003
Criminal Justice
Monroe Community College
Rochester, New YorkSkills
- Long-Term Narcotics Investigations
- Drug Trafficking Organization Investigations
- Undercover Operations
- Confidential Informant Development and Management
- Physical Surveillance
- Electronic Surveillance Support
- Federal, State, and Local Task Force Operations
- Court Testimony
- Leadership and Supervision
- Multi-Agency Investigations
Awards & acknowledgments
Unit Commendation Award (2020), Distinguished Service Award (2018), Officer of the Year (2016), Lifesaving Award (2014), Officer of the Month, January 2026, December 2019, September 2016, October 2014, September 2012, November 2010, July 2009, Excellent Police Service Awards, Commendation Awards
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Greece Police Department
07.2025 - Current
Police Detective
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Task Force Officer
02.2023 - 07.2025
Temporary Assignment
Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team (GRANET), DEA / Homeland Security Investigations (HSI-TFO)
04.2019 - 04.2021
Criminal Investigation Division
02.2018 - 04.2019
Police Officer
Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team (GRANET)
01.2015 - 01.2018
Police Officer
Traffic Enforcement Unit/Road Patrol
03.2007 - 01.2015
Park Police Officer
New York State Park Police
11.2005 - 03.2007
High School Diploma -
Hilton High School
Criminal Justice
Monroe Community College