Chad Crisafi
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Retired law enforcement professional with over 17 years of investigative and supervisory experience, complemented by experience in private investigations focused on insurance fraud, asset recovery, and missing persons. Demonstrated expertise in evidence gathering, conducting interviews, and analyzing complex data to identify fraudulent activities. Skilled in collaborating with insurance carriers and legal teams to resolve claims and reduce risk. Aiming to apply extensive investigative knowledge in a Claims Adjuster or Special Investigations Unit (SIU) position.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Investigator – Contract Insurance Work
Investigative Intelligence Network / National Investigative Resources
11.2024 - Current
- Conduct insurance-related investigations including suspicious claims, staged accidents, and disability fraud.
- Perform surveillance, obtain recorded statements, and analyze claimants’ activities to verify legitimacy of claims.
- Collaborate with insurance carriers, attorneys, and SIU teams to provide detailed reports and testimony when needed.
- Specialized in asset recovery and locating missing persons through database research, field investigation, and informant networks.
Deputy Sheriff
LA County Sheriff Department
06.2007 - 12.2024
- Provide field training to coach and supervise new deputies in patrol duties, department policies, and officer safety.
- Supervised teams of deputies as a team leader during emergency situations and community policing enforcement teams.
- Maintained accurate and detailed reports of all activities and incidents to ensure all compliance with departmental standards.
- Managed and resolved conflicts effectively through community engagement and communication with diverse populations.
- RETIRED
Event Security Supervisor
Elite Show Services
06.2005 - 05.2007
- Supervised a team of 25 security personnel at large-scale events, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Managed crowd control measures for all events.
- Supported business growth by building strong relationships with clients, vendors and local law enforcement agencies.
- Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement by actively seeking and implementing feedback from clients, team members, and other stakeholders.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego Miramar College
08.2006
Skills
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Sales Management
- Training Experience
- Customer Service
- Crisis Management
- Supervisor Experience
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced POST Certificates
- PI License # AA011650
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Insurance Fraud Investigations
- Claims Adjusting & Evaluation
- Surveillance & Evidence Collection
- Asset Recovery & Missing Persons
- Witness & Claimant Interviews
- Report Writing & Case Documentation
- Courtroom Testimony & Legal Compliance
- Risk Assessment & Fraud Mitigation
Timeline
Private Investigator – Contract Insurance Work
Investigative Intelligence Network / National Investigative Resources
11.2024 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
LA County Sheriff Department
06.2007 - 12.2024
Event Security Supervisor
Elite Show Services
06.2005 - 05.2007
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego Miramar College