DONALD WATSON
Clinton Twp.,MI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Detail-oriented Forensic Technician with 23-year background in forensic evidence collection and documentation. Profound knowledge of crime scene procedure. Skilled in efficiently and accurately identifying, collecting and analyzing evidence from crime scenes.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forensic Technician
Detroit Police Dept.
01.2000 - 11.2023
- Active Crime Scene Investigator, responding to various crime scenes.
- Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
- Took pictures of crime scenes and specific evidence located at scenes.
- Spearheaded the process to host a training course inviting law enforcement at the Detroit Police Department inviting law enforcement members from across the country to attend.
- Created an outline for training Crime Scene Investigators.
- Processing evidence according to department standards.
- Writing reports and scene diagrams [sketches] regarding crime scenes.
- Testifying in Local, State and Federal court based on written reports and work performed.
- Directly involved in the investigation of over 300 homicide scenes and 5000 property crimes.
- Lead trainer for newly hired technicians.
- Prepared detailed laboratory reports and documentation of evidence collected.
- Compiled and maintained records of evidence.
Sales Associate
The Home Depot
04.2001 - 07.2018
- Enthusiastically assisted customers in an effort to drive sales and and assuring they get exactly what they need and desire to complete their projects
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Completed up-to-date job training
- Certified in seated fork-lift, order picker, and pipe threader
- Recognized for numerous department accolades.
Assistant Manager
Walgreens
05.1999 - 09.2000
- Executed managerial responsibilities for closing procedures and department protocols for midnight shift
- Verified incoming deliveries
- Maintained high volumes of end-of-shift paperwork
- Exuded a positive attitude while supervising associates maintaining excellence in customer service.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Assistant Manager
Boston Market
03.1995 - 05.1999
- Ensured proper food safety handling and storage procedures
- Conducted a strong team atmosphere while creating a one of a kind customer experience.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
Kitchen Manager
Red Lobster
04.1986 - 03.1995
- Responsible for weekly inventory and ordering of product as well as generating weekly schedules
- Participated in the roll out of new menu items as well as daily food preparation.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Macomb Community College
Warren, MIAssociates in Business -
Macomb Comm. College
Warren, MI01.1994
Associates in General Studies -
Macomb Comm. College
Warren, MI01.1992
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Training and Mentoring All New Employees
- Tenacious Work Ethic
- Problem Solver
- Reliable
- Able to Work Effectively Under Stress
- Leadership & Management Skills
- Team Player
- Forensic Photography
- Crime Scene Processing
- Photography
- Evidence Collection Documentation
- Cash Handling
- Product knowledge
- Loss Prevention
- Customer Service
- Shipment Receiving
- Quality Control
- Food Preparation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Staff Training
- Inventory Coordination
- Product Rotation
- Digital Literacy
Certification
- Certification of Management, Davenport University, October 2020
- Supervisor Training, City of Detroit, 2018-2019
- Crime Scene Photography, Sirchie Industries - 2017
- Crime Scene Reconstruction, TriTech Forensics - 2018
- Chemical Fingerprint Processing, TriTech Forensics 2023
- Introduction to Fingerprint Analysis, Ron Smith & Assoc. 2019
Affiliations
Union President SEIU Local 517m Professional and Technical. Directly involved in contract negotiations and proposal writing.
Timeline
Sales Associate
The Home Depot
04.2001 - 07.2018
Forensic Technician
Detroit Police Dept.
01.2000 - 11.2023
Assistant Manager
Walgreens
05.1999 - 09.2000
Assistant Manager
Boston Market
03.1995 - 05.1999
Kitchen Manager
Red Lobster
04.1986 - 03.1995
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Macomb Community College
Associates in Business -
Macomb Comm. College
Associates in General Studies -
Macomb Comm. College