Assisted with dressing, grooming, bathing, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Evidence Technician
Mesa County Sheriff’s Office
04.2018 - 07.2021
Retrieved evidence submitted by Deputies and Investigators from storage lockers, ensuring items were packaged according to department standards. Logged each item into evidence section by computer entry and stored in appropriate location.
Maintained integrity of all evidence by following department and industry standards for access to evidence section and evidence items.
Prepared and delivered evidence for analysis to Colorado Bureau of Investigation, FBI, or other forensic laboratory when requested.
Deputy Sheriff (Civil)
Mesa County Sheriff’s Office
10.2016 - 11.2017
In full uniform and driving marked patrol car delivered diverse civil process documents, such as subpoenas, citations, and eviction notices.
Provided security during civil standbys and evictions. Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
Investigator
Mesa County Sheriff’s Office
06.1998 - 10.2016
Investigated complex felony crimes involving allegations of physical and/or sexual abuse of children. Conducted forensic interviews of children.
Investigated unattended deaths and felony crimes against persons including assault, sexual abuse, and homicide.
Conducted interviews with victims, witnesses, families, and employers. Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
Authored detailed reports of interviews and investigation activities.
Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
Authored search warrants and arrest warrants for review and approval by County or District Court Judges.
Testified in various criminal court proceedings, including jury trials. Acted as advisory witness for District Attorney’s Office.