JAMES BRAUN
Chicago,IL
Summary
Seasoned professional with experience in law enforcement and corporate security / investigations. Law enforcement career entailed 29 years, 22 of which were as a police detective conducting internal and external investigations. Transitioned into the corporate security / investigations world providing corporate security / investigations for a leading technology firm.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Corporate Security / Crisis Intervention
PFC Safeguards, LLC at Google
Chicago
04.2023 - Current
- Provide security to a leading technology based company in a covert capacity
- Conduct workplace investigations regarding discrimination and harassment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality
- Identify, collect and preserve all relevant evidence necessary to conduct a timely and thorough investigation
- Prepare detailed written reports regarding the findings of the investigation
Detective
Chicago Police Department
09.1995 - 02.2023
- Conducted complex investigations from start to finish, including conducting interviews, reviewing relevant documents and preparing detailed reports
- Presented completed investigations to local and federal authorities for prosecution
- Collaborated with team members to provide a cohesive response to incidents in a timely and professional manner.
- Improved department efficiency with meticulous case management and detailed report writing.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - English Literature
DePaul University
Chicago, ILSkills
Microsoft Office and other software database systems - 20 years
Extensive experience in workplace violence incidents / Investigation and Prevention - 20 years
Proficient in criminal and civil law - 20 years
Ability to use discretion during sensitive in nature investigations -20 years
Proficient in audio / video recovery - 20 years
Ability to prepare detailed written reports in a timely manner - 20 years
Trained in Crisis Intervention / De-escalation Techniques - 20 years
Certification
Certified forensic interviewer (Wicklander & Zulawski)
Timeline
Corporate Security / Crisis Intervention
PFC Safeguards, LLC at Google
04.2023 - Current
Detective
Chicago Police Department
09.1995 - 02.2023
Some College (No Degree) - English Literature
DePaul University