Chester Moore
Coinjock,NC
Summary
Resourceful investigative professional uses evidence analysis and advanced interviewing techniques to illuminate complex cases. Performs thorough collection procedures for informing accurate investigative direction. Detailed examiner of crime scenes and reports using intense review process to uncover concrete evidence.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Judicial Services Coordinator
North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections
Currituck, NC
11.2021 - Current
- Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Used job-related software to draft and finalize written correspondence and documentation.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
Police Corporal
Norfolk Police Department
Norfolk, VA
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Conducted thorough administrative investigations, identifying patterns of misconduct and recommending appropriate corrective actions.
- Streamlined internal processes for quicker case resolution and improved department productivity.
- Collaborated with external law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and strengthen inter-agency relationships.
- Increased transparency by developing comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings and outcomes.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information to protect the integrity of investigations.
- Detected instances of unethical behavior by conducting interviews, analyzing documents, and reviewing surveillance footage.
- Developed training materials for new investigators to ensure consistent understanding of policies and procedures across the team.
- Managed caseload effectively, ensuring timely completion of investigations while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Assisted in policy revision efforts to address identified gaps or areas requiring clarification within the organization''s guidelines.
- Utilized strong analytical skills to identify trends in employee misconduct, informing targeted prevention efforts within the organization.
- Served as a subject matter expert on best practices in conducting deadly force investigations involving law enforcement officers, enhancing overall departmental effectiveness.
- Mentored junior investigators in honing their skills and developing effective investigative techniques, contributing to the overall success of the team.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
Investigative Liaison to Commonwealth's Attorney
Norfolk Police Department
Norfolk, VA
04.2016 - 08.2019
- Established effective communication channels between the Norfolk Police Department and the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for the City of Norfolk by organizing and facilitating cross-functional meetings.
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between the Norfolk Police Department, Commonwealth's Attorney, and multiple surrounding law enforcement agency's.
- Organized and presented to the grand jury all felony cases prosecuted by the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for the City of Norfolk.
- Provided investigative support to the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney for the City of Norfolk.
Police Detective, Homicide Unit
Norfolk Police Department
Norfolk, VA
03.2009 - 04.2016
- Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Enhanced community safety by collaborating with local agencies and implementing proactive policing strategies.
- Improved case clearance rates with diligent evidence collection, analysis, and follow-up procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with community members, promoting trust and cooperation in law enforcement efforts.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings, supporting effective prosecutorial efforts in court cases.
- Trained junior officers on investigative techniques and best practices, contributing to a more skilled police force.
- Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing accurate and detailed accounts of investigations conducted.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
- Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
- Led a team of detectives responsible for investigating a wide range of criminal offenses including homicides, robberies, and aggravated assaults.
- Reviewed cold case files and successfully solved previously unsolved investigations through renewed efforts and advanced investigative techniques.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Sent specimens to labs and submitted fingerprints for analysis through databases to identify individuals of interest.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Advised patrol officers on proper evidence collection procedures, ensuring the integrity of crime scenes for subsequent investigation by detectives.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Researched criminal cases and led investigations to determine appropriate course of proceedings.
- Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
Police Detective, Forensic Field Unit
Norfolk Police Department
Norfolk, VA
01.2007 - 03.2009
- Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Utilized advanced forensic tools and technologies to analyze evidence, leading to breakthroughs in challenging investigations.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in murder and robbery cases.
- Prepared sketches and diagrams detailing primary and secondary crime scenes.
- Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
- Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
Police Officer
Norfolk Police Department
Norfolk, VA
08.1996 - 03.2007
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- 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.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL04.2016
Skills
- Recordkeeping
- Data Entry
- Consulting
- Resource Allocation
- Information Collection
- Database Management
- Document Management
- Best Practices Implementation
- Relationship Building
- Discretion and Confidentiality
- Administrative Oversight
- Analytical mindset
- Collecting evidence
- Preparing for court
- Researching skills
- Evaluating crime scenes
- Witness interviews
- Supervising investigations
- Criminal Investigations
- Attention to Detail
- Time management abilities
- Weapons Handling
- Background Investigations
Certification
- Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Criminal Justice Services Law Enforcement Certification - Norfolk Police Department August 1997
- Fundamentals of Crash Investigation and Reconstruction Training - August 2004
- Police Motorcycle Operator Training, Northwestern University Center for Public Safety and Harley-Davidson Motorcycles - November 2005
- Infant Death Investigations Training - October 2009
- The Reid Technique of Interview and Interrogation Training - January 2012
- Background Investigation for Police Applicants Training - April 2018.
- Basic Supervision Training, Norfolk Police Department - April 2019
Timeline
Judicial Services Coordinator
North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections
11.2021 - Current
Police Corporal
Norfolk Police Department
08.2019 - 11.2021
Investigative Liaison to Commonwealth's Attorney
Norfolk Police Department
04.2016 - 08.2019
Police Detective, Homicide Unit
Norfolk Police Department
03.2009 - 04.2016
Police Detective, Forensic Field Unit
Norfolk Police Department
01.2007 - 03.2009
Police Officer
Norfolk Police Department
08.1996 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University