Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Training
Cover Letter
Certification
Timeline
CHRISTOPHER G. WHARTON, SR.

CHRISTOPHER G. WHARTON, SR.

Cincinnati,Ohio

Summary

Experienced Criminal Investigator equipped with intellectual curiosity and excellent patience. Skilled at conducting lengthy and elaborate investigations, and conveying the outcome in a clear and concise manor. Extensive knowledge in police policy and procedures, and Federal, State and local laws. Great communicator and polished interviewer. Also, experienced in testifying in court and versed on court room etiquette.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Detective

Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office
03.2022 - Current
  • Obtained and served subpoenas related to ongoing cases.
  • Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
  • Mentored junior detectives to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
  • Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.

Third Shift Supervisor

Xavier University Police Department
01.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced worker safety by enforcing strict adherence to company policies and conducting regular safety inspections.
  • Provided constructive feedback to employees through regular performance reviews, promoting continuous improvement in job performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with team members, providing support and guidance for professional growth.
  • Managed staff scheduling efficiently while considering individual preferences and maximizing coverage during peak hours.
  • Streamlined communication channels between departments, fostering a cohesive work environment during the 3rd shift.


Various Roles including Homicide Investigator

City of Cincinnati – Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2021
  • Employed 25 years with the Cincinnati Police Department
  • Assigned to several different assignments throughout my tenure, ranging from uniformed patrol to Homicide Investigator
  • Received numerous commendations and awards for the arrests of suspects in cases pertaining to the investigations of bank robberies, street robberies, financial crimes cases and murder investigations
  • In 2019 I received the Merit Award from FOP Lodge #69
  • Roles included Patrol - (Field Training Officer), Bike Patrol, Street Corner Drug Unit, Multiply Robbery Task Force Assignments, Mounted Patrol, Community Liaison, District Investigator - Felonious Assaults and Robberies, Financial Crimes Investigator, Homicide Investigator

Night Clerk

Kroger Company
08.1990 - 12.1995
  • Responsible for unloading delivery trucks, sorting products to be placed on the shelves and inventory management
  • Recipient of the Chairman's Award
  • Employee of the Month

Butcher

Hillshire Farm & Khan's Company
08.1992 - 04.1993
  • Laid off due to downsizing

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Eastern Gateway Community College, Steubenville, OH
11-2026

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Cincinnati Police Academy, Cincinnati, OH
06.1996

Certified Draftsman - Computer Assisted Drafting

Cincinnati Technical College
12.1992

High School Diploma - General Studies

Mt. Healthy High School, Cincinnati, Ohio
01.1990

Skills

  • Interview techniques
  • Team leadership skills
  • Information gathering
  • Collecting evidence
  • Interrogation skills
  • Evidence control
  • Interviewing skills
  • Conducting investigations
  • Witness interviewing
  • Ethical judgment
  • Crime scene investigation
  • Victim support
  • Preparing for court
  • Report writing
  • Report preparation
  • Incident investigation
  • Community policing
  • Preserving crime scenes
  • Evaluating crime scenes
  • Affidavits
  • Case report development
  • Undercover investigations
  • Fingerprint evidence
  • Patience and persistence
  • Community relations
  • Interrogation
  • Collecting statements
  • Chain of custody
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Courtroom testimony skills
  • Locating individuals

Training

  • CRIMINAL JUSTICE, Cincinnati Police Academy, Cincinnati, Ohio, 01/14/96, 06/14/96
  • Homicide Investigator Training, Southern Police Institute (University of Louisville), Certificate
  • Electronic Satellite Pursuit - GPS Tracking Training
  • Emerging Trends in Fraud Investigations/Prevention
  • Using Social Media for Investigations
  • Ohio Retail Organized Crime Coalition
  • Responding to Human Trafficking
  • Anti-Gang Database Training
  • DNA Collection Training
  • Inside the Tape Homicide Training
  • FTO Training
  • Reid Interviewing and Interrogation Training (Basic & Advanced)
  • Basic Narcotics Training
  • Principles of Investigations
  • Grand Jury Case Preparation Training
  • Clandestine Drug Lab Training
  • Certified by the State of Ohio to author a search warrant for a wire tap

Cover Letter

November 20, 2024, Hamilton County Prosecutor Office, Hamilton County Prosecutor - Investigator, Throughout my career, I have contributed to impacting investigative outcomes through effective organization, prioritization, and execution of key projects. My skills and qualifications are an ideal match to the Hamilton County Prosecutor- Investigator requirements and will bring immediate value to City of Cincinnati Citizen's Complaint Authority goals. Previously, in my shift supervisor role, I exercised a calculated and methodical approach to problem solving. I am independently motivated, yet I appreciate team efforts and collaborate productively within groups. Additionally, I am knowledgeable in Police Policies and Procedures with proficiency in interviewing, report writing and evidence examination. Because my professional goals align with the Hamilton County Prosecutor Office's mission and values, this opportunity is especially exciting. I believe my communication, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities will support and drive your continued organizational success. During my time I with the Cincinnati Police Department I had the opportunity to serve the community in a diverse array of assignment. Those assignments assisted in developing a broad prospective of what it means to serve the community without prejudice and unbiased. I truly understand the importance of fact-driven investigations as a means to obtain fair and impartial solutions. Throughout my career with the Cincinnati Police Department I received several awards and accommodations. I also received the FOP Merit Award and while employed with the Kroger Company I received the Chairman's award. Both of which are related to work conduct and charitable contributions to the community. I truly believe that my years of experience would be a useful resource to your staff. To demonstrate the scope of my career history and professional competencies, please take a moment to review my attached resume. I appreciate your evaluation of my credentials and subsequent response.

Certification

  • Gang Crime Investigation Skills
  • Gang Specialist - National Gang Crime Research Center August 2024

Timeline

Senior Detective - Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office
03.2022 - Current
Third Shift Supervisor - Xavier University Police Department
01.2021 - Current
Various Roles including Homicide Investigator - City of Cincinnati – Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2021
Butcher - Hillshire Farm & Khan's Company
08.1992 - 04.1993
Night Clerk - Kroger Company
08.1990 - 12.1995
Cincinnati Police Academy - , CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Cincinnati Technical College - Certified Draftsman, Computer Assisted Drafting
Mt. Healthy High School - High School Diploma, General Studies
  • Gang Crime Investigation Skills
  • Gang Specialist - National Gang Crime Research Center August 2024
Eastern Gateway Community College - No Degree, Criminal Justice
CHRISTOPHER G. WHARTON, SR.