Jason Williams
Rushville,IL
Summary
Hardworking Gaming Special Agent with over twenty years of investigative experience. Extensive knowledge of the Illinois Gambling Act and Illinois Compiled Statutes. Detail-oriented team player with strong leadership and planning skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Gaming Senior Special Agent
Illinois Gaming Board
Springfield, IL
04.2011 - Current
- Independently conducts in depth regulatory and criminal investigations in violation of the Illinois Compiled Statues or Illinois Gambling Act and Adopted Rules.
- Inspect evidence and researched allegations to determine accuracy of statements.
- Prepare detailed reports, keep investigation records and maintain all case-related paperwork.
- Interview witnesses and suspects.
- Works closely with multiple law enforcement agencies and officials to conduct investigations and prepare cases for adjudication.
- Created and filed reports on investigative activities.
- Gathered evidence and served as witness in court proceedings.
- Testify as a witness in criminal, civil and administrative cases.
- Conduct background investigations with Illinois Gaming Board licensees and their representatives, business associates and various others.
IL Secretary of State Capitol Police Investigator
Illinois Secretary Of State Police
Illinois Capitol Complex
12.2005 - 04.2011
- Provide protective services for state employees, legislators and visitors on the Capitol Complex.
- Mitigate criminal activity and apprehends violators by enforcing Illinois Law and Administrative Code.
- Member of Capitol Police Bike Patrol .
- Member of the Field Training Unit. Trained and supervised new Investigators.
- Member of Illinois Secretary of State Police SWAT Team.
- Senior Investigator on day shift (7am-3pm). My seniority resulted in me at various times, supervising approximately twenty investigators at the Capitol Complex.
Police Officer
Beardstown Police Department
Beardstown, IL
03.2005 - 12.2005
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
Deputy Sheriff
Cass County Sheriff's Office
Virginia, IL
09.1998 - 03.2005
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for the court.
- Made criminal arrest.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Issued traffic citations in violation of the Illinois vehicle code.
- Member of the County Drug Task Force. Supervised myself and a second officer on the task force.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Evidence Officer. In charge of the collection and record keeping of all evidence collected by the Sheriff's Office.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Board of Trustees Program
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05.2003
Skills
- Strong Investigative Abilities
- Testifying in Cases
- Background Investigations
- Search and Seizure Warrants
- Clearing Casings
- Oral and Writing Communication
- Collecting Statements
- Data Integrity
- Court Testimony
- Critical Thinking
- Administrative Oversight
- Background Check Investigations
Timeline
Gaming Senior Special Agent
Illinois Gaming Board
04.2011 - Current
IL Secretary of State Capitol Police Investigator
Illinois Secretary Of State Police
12.2005 - 04.2011
Police Officer
Beardstown Police Department
03.2005 - 12.2005
Deputy Sheriff
Cass County Sheriff's Office
09.1998 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Board of Trustees Program
Western Illinois University