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James Ritter

Elmira,New York

Summary

Retired Deputy Sheriff/Investigator, former DC Police Officer and Military Policeman with 25+ years of law enforcement experience. I am a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sheriff Investigator

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office
06.2007 - 06.2024
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
  • Testified in court during grand jury proceedings and trials.
  • Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
  • Obtained admissions of crimes using forensic interviewing techniques.
  • Trained new deputies.
  • Supervised deputies.
  • School Resource Officer.
  • Special Services Unit (SWAT)
  • Drug Enforcement Unit.
  • Welfare Fraud Unit.
  • Criminal Division Major Crime

Police Officer

DC Metropolitan Police
08.2000 - 08.2006
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to lockup.
  • Member of Vice Unit and conducted undercover drug, prostitution and illegal gambling investigations.

Skills

  • Court testimony
  • Witness interviews
  • Crime investigation
  • Incident response
  • Surveillance
  • De-Escalation techniques
  • Interview techniques
  • Report writing

Timeline

Deputy Sheriff Investigator

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office
06.2007 - 06.2024

Police Officer

DC Metropolitan Police
08.2000 - 08.2006
James Ritter