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Education
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Awards
Accomplishments
Certification
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Emelina Vaughn

Wesley Chapel

Summary

Highly skilled Forensic Investigator with comprehensive background in crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and analysis. Possesses strong analytical skills, and is adept at interpreting data to solve complex problems. Previous roles have involved significant contribution to successful case resolution through keen investigative techniques and collaboration with law enforcement agencies. Known for precision in lab work and commitment to maintaining stringent standards of practice.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forensic Investigator

Pasco County Sheriff's Office
Land O Lakes
01.2023 - Current
  • Conduct crime scene investigations to locate, identify, preserve, photograph, and prepare collected evidence to establish and maintain the chain of custody and for submission to crime laboratories for analysis.
  • Photograph and videotape major crime scenes using digital cameras and video cameras with digital imagery.
  • Locate, develop, preserve, and collect latent prints at crime scenes using fuming techniques, powders, chemicals, photographic techniques, and alternate light sources.
  • Testify in depositions and court proceedings on the methods and procedures used at crime scene investigations and evidence obtained during the investigative process.

Asst. Supervisor/Lifeguard Instructor

Adventure Island
Tampa
06.2020 - Current
  • Oversee more than sixty lifeguards and ensure that the attractions are manned and prepared for business.
  • Responsible for the instruction, leadership, supervision, control, and safety of all class participants.
  • Administers first aid in the event of injury.
  • Rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
  • As a lifeguard instructor, you are responsible for the appearance, presentation, and working order of all materials and equipment used for lifeguard instruction.
  • It is the lifeguard instructor's responsibility to observe and direct all class participants and to provide feedback and appropriate corrections as instructed.

Communications Officer

Sumter County Sheriff's Office
Wildwood
11.2021 - 01.2023
  • I work in a highly stressed and fast-paced environment where I receive calls, dispatch emergency vehicles to emergency locations as necessary, advise callers on the best course of action while on the line, prioritize emergency situations as needed, and transfer any non-emergency calls as required.

Forensic Intern

Pasco County Sheriff's Office
Land O Lakes
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Arrive on time and check in with the assigned Forensic Investigator trainer.
  • I would ride along to crime scenes and take in-depth notes on what occurred and how specific evidence was handled.
  • Learned how various evidence, such as swabs, fingerprints, and physical evidence, is processed.
  • Outside of the internship, I was assigned readings and assignments to further my understanding of what I learned in the field.

Education

Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
08.2024

Certificate - Crime Scene Technology

St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL
07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminology

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
08.2021

High School Diploma -

Trinity Catholic High School
Ocala, FL
05.2018

Skills

  • Highly organized
  • Blood spatter patterns
  • Crime scene processing
  • Forensic psychology
  • Time management
  • Takes initiative
  • Adapts to change quickly
  • Effective and attentive speaking and listening
  • Evidence collection
  • Forensic analysis
  • Report writing
  • Problem-solving abilities

Awards

  • USF Dean's List Spring 2019
  • USF Dean's List Fall 2019
  • USF Dean's List Spring 2021
  • USF Cum Laude
  • SPC President's Honor List Summer 2022

Accomplishments

  • Forensic Investigator of the Month (March 2024)
  • Forensic Investigator of the Month (April 2024)
  • Forensic Investigator of the Month (May 2024)

Certification

  • Lifeguarding Instructor r.24
  • Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid and Waterpark Skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Forensic Investigator

Pasco County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - Current

Communications Officer

Sumter County Sheriff's Office
11.2021 - 01.2023

Forensic Intern

Pasco County Sheriff's Office
05.2021 - 07.2021

Asst. Supervisor/Lifeguard Instructor

Adventure Island
06.2020 - Current

Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology

University of North Dakota

Certificate - Crime Scene Technology

St. Petersburg College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminology

University of South Florida

High School Diploma -

Trinity Catholic High School

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