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Britney G. Cooley

Atlanta,GA

Summary

US Army trained military police officer with a master’s degree in criminal justice. Community-oriented public servant deeply committed to protecting lives, citizens and property through rapid emergency response, diligent crime-prevention efforts, and high-visibility public safety initiatives. Able to build mutual trust and cross-cultural ties with ethnically and socioeconomically diverse populations. Passionate about helping others and strong beliefs in justice and ethics. Detail-oriented intelligence professional adept at collecting and processing information. Strategic and organized with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reviewing records and making sound judgments about personnel, risks and field operations. Mission-driven Intelligence. Proven track record of applying advanced research and analysis skills to identify potential threats. Works collaboratively in high-pressure situations. Skilled in establishing methodologies to achieve consistent products.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Crime Analyst

Truist Bank
11.2022 - Current
  • Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different agency customers.
  • Briefed upper-level personnel on emerging threats.
  • Created useful and timely intelligence products to support field operations.
  • Assisted in development of intelligence strategies and policies to support operations.
  • Analyzed financial statements, bank records and government databases to identify fraud and other instances of financial crimes.
  • Recognized control failures in bank processes, procedures and customer decisions and categorized losses.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations to confirm violations that occurred and obtained relevant documents and testimony from involved parties.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
  • Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.

Military Police Officer

US Army and TN Army National Guard
01.2019 - Current
  • Protect the lives and property on installations by enforcing military laws and regulations, controlling traffic, preventing crime and responding to all emergencies
  • Train and use law enforcement techniques on patrol, interviewing witnesses, victims, and suspects, conducting crime scene security and processing, arrest, charging suspects
  • Ensuring the safety of everyone using proper risk mitigation tools and techniques.
  • Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
  • Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
  • Provided emergency response security, eliminating hazards, and potential dangers.
  • Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.

Investigator

Newton County Public Defender’s Office
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Collaborates with other authorities on activities such as surveillance, transcription, and research
  • Locates witnesses and obtains facts and evidence needed by attorneys in the litigation of the case
  • Creates and utilizes databases, spreadsheets, and/or other investigative software.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.

Head Start Teacher

Metropolitan Action Commission
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Vast understanding of early childhood education programs, using multi-media technology platforms for instruction and taught math, science and reading
  • Willing to embrace a hands-on approach to interacting with an average of 17 students daily
  • Comprehensive knowledge of human development concepts
  • Assisted with the implementation and modification of early childhood learning programs
  • Participated in staff meetings to determine activities for the children
  • Reported any discipline problems to the program director for further action
  • Worked to create a positive environment for the children in the program
  • Strong familiarity with Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
  • Excellent ability to observe behaviors and react accordingly
  • Impressive engagement and communications abilities
  • Provided an appropriate level of support and individual attention.

Education

Certificate, Financial Crimes Investigator -

Utica University

Certificate, Forensic Psychology - undefined

Grand Canyon University

Masters - Criminal Justice

Grand Canyon University

Diploma - undefined

US Army Military Police School

Bachelors - General Studies

Alcorn State University
12.2017

Skills

  • Patrol Operations - Community Relations - Crime Scene Preservation
  • Criminal Investigations - Law Enforcement - Crime Prevention
  • Traffic Stops - Accident Investigations - Search and Seizure
  • Booking / Interrogations - Emergency Response - Defensive Tactics
  • Weapons Handling - Incident Report Writing - Secret Security Clearance
  • Case Research
  • Community Policing
  • Mobile Surveillance
  • Vehicle Preparation
  • Information Documentation
  • Incident Reports
  • Evaluating Security Clearances
  • Prevention Strategies
  • Crime and Intelligence
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Microsoft SharePoint

Accomplishments

  • Member, Zeta Phi Beta Incorporated
  • Special Military Police Training, CONUS Deployment
  • (Mexico) 10/06/2020 – December 2021
  • Undergone extensive training including a military level weapons
  • Qualification, safety training on clearing and function check of the Mg and
  • Consistent use of the weapon
  • This deployment consists of Border Patrol
  • Functions including but not limited too; the use of patrol vehicles,
  • Manning MSC sites on the North/South Laredo border, consistent
  • Reporting and coordinating with the local Border Patrol Agents on the
  • Movement of Migrants and narcotics crossing the border from Mexico
  • Into the US
  • Operating/Qualifying
  • Firearms to include but not limited to;
  • M9, M4, M240B, M249,
  • M203, CigP320, M2 50 Cal.,
  • M19, M320, M26-Mass (shotgun)

Timeline

Financial Crime Analyst

Truist Bank
11.2022 - Current

Investigator

Newton County Public Defender’s Office
01.2022 - 11.2022

Military Police Officer

US Army and TN Army National Guard
01.2019 - Current

Head Start Teacher

Metropolitan Action Commission
01.2016 - 01.2019

Certificate, Financial Crimes Investigator -

Utica University

Certificate, Forensic Psychology - undefined

Grand Canyon University

Masters - Criminal Justice

Grand Canyon University

Diploma - undefined

US Army Military Police School

Bachelors - General Studies

Alcorn State University
Britney G. Cooley