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Commissioned Notary - NY 8years

Donna West

NYS Division of Human Rights
ATLANTA,GA
1
Certification
33
years of professional experience

Results-driven investigator with 33 years of experience in conducting thorough investigations and detailed report writing. Skilled in due diligence and ethical practices, ensuring compliance with legal standards and minimizing litigation risks.

Work History

Investigator

33 Years 1 Month
NYS Division of Human Rights | 12.1984 - 01.2018
  • Conducted thorough investigations of discrimination complaints, ensuring adherence to legal standards.
  • Analyzed complex case files and evidence to determine validity of claims and recommend appropriate actions.
  • Collaborated with diverse stakeholders to gather information, facilitating resolution of human rights issues.
  • Developed comprehensive reports detailing findings and recommendations for agency review and decision-making.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined case management workflows, reducing investigation timelines significantly.
  • Engaged in public outreach initiatives to promote awareness of human rights protections and available resources.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
  • Ensured compliance with legal regulations during investigations, minimizing risk for litigation or procedural errors.
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
  • Offered training seminars on investigative techniques, elevating the skill level within the department and fostering collaboration among team members.
  • Managed sensitive case information with utmost discretion, ensuring confidentiality and integrity in all proceedings.

Education

High School Diploma

Murry Bergtraum HS | New York, NY

Secretarial Science program

Skills

Report writing
Interviewing techniques
Witness interviewing
Ethical standards
Investigation oversight
Case analysis
Data review
Witness testimony
Report preparation
Evidence handling
Integrity

Certification

Travel Agent

HUD Housing Investigator

Interests

Travel
Sports

Timeline

Investigator

NYS Division of Human Rights
12.1984 - 01.2018Read More

Murry Bergtraum HS

High School Diploma
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Commissioned Notary - NY 8years

Notary Public - NY for 8 years

Notary Public - GA for 4 years

Donna West