Gerard Poto
Basking Ridge,NJ
Summary
Results-oriented, Federal agent with 22 years of experience in coordinating investigations, analyzing financial data, and conducting interviews. Resourceful individual versed in utilizing expert problem-solving skills and unlocking complex cases.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Agent
Veterans Affairs-Office of Inspector General
Newark, NJ
04.2002 - Current
- Analyzes intelligence data to identify patterns of criminal activity.
- Prepares detailed reports documenting all aspects of investigations for review by supervisors and Assistant U.S. Attorneys.
- Conducts investigations into criminal activities, including healthcare fraud, money laundering, and bribery.
- Arrests subjects and seized assets connected to criminal activity.
- Utilizes advanced computer systems to access data on individuals of interest and generate investigative leads.
- Interviews witnesses and suspects to obtain information regarding criminal activities.
- Performs forensic analysis on financial transactions and digital evidence.
Resident Agent-in-Charge
Veterans Affairs-Office of Inspector General
Newark, NJ
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Completed weekly and monthly reports summarizing activities.
- Maintained regular communication with other members of management team regarding current status of investigative projects assigned.
- Supervised staff in criminal investigations involving multiple states and jurisdictions.
- Provided direct supervision to subordinate agents, ensuring that all personnel were properly trained and certified in their respective areas of expertise.
- Prepared detailed financial analyses related to complex fraud cases for prosecution purposes.
Customs and Border Protection Officer
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Newark, NJ
02.1997 - 04.2002
- Intercepted individuals attempting to enter the country illegally.
- Identified fraudulent documents used in attempts to gain illegal entry into the country.
- Enforced immigration laws by interviewing travelers to determine their eligibility for entry into the country.
- Assisted with investigations related to violations of immigration laws and smuggling activities.
- Verified authenticity of travel documents such as visas, passports and customs declarations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05-1996
Skills
- Strong Investigative Abilities
- Forensic Analysis
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- Analytical Skills
- FinCEN
- Written Communication
Accomplishments
- VA OIG Sustained Superior Performance award winner in December 2023
- Four time VA OIG Case of the Month winner
- Multiple U.S. Attorney Office award winner
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Italian
Limited
Certification
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Resident Agent-in-Charge
Veterans Affairs-Office of Inspector General
07.2015 - 06.2017
Special Agent
Veterans Affairs-Office of Inspector General
04.2002 - Current
Customs and Border Protection Officer
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
02.1997 - 04.2002
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
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