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Jennifer McGrath

Detective Lieutenant
Baltimore,MD

Summary

Hard working and Passionate Investigative Supervisor with excellent leadership skills, high integrity and analytical approach. Successful working Narcotics, Human Trafficking, Shooting, Robbery and Aggravated assault investigations and supervising and mentoring the work of others. Offering 19+ years of experience in law enforcement.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Lieutenant DC Office Operations Bureau

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
06.2022 - Current
  • Planned, scheduled and supervised work of two subordinates.
  • Directed and monitored work of law enforcement professionals with clear focus on maximizing results and maintaining transparent police operations.
  • Audited inventory of safety equipment and weapons for mission security compliance.

Detective Lieutenant Western District

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Reviewed detective case reports for accuracy, integrity and completeness.
  • Liaised with government, civic and private organizations to promote community safety.
  • Assigned and supervised subordinates to prevent crime, protect life and property and enforce laws.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.

Patrol Lieutenant Western District

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve public within West Baltimore.
  • Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
  • Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
  • Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
  • Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
  • Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.

Detective Sergeant Human Trafficking Unit

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
11.2013 - 04.2021
  • Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
  • Guided, mentored and supervised subordinates to improve job performance and case clearing rates.
  • Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
  • Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
  • Conducted personal, property and event surveillance.
  • Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into Human Sex Trafficking and HT activities to help develop strong criminal cases.
  • Coordinated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations.
  • Traveled around country and helped solve various crimes.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results

Police Sergeant Central District Patrol

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
11.2012 - 11.2013
  • Appeared in court and testified under oath in criminal cases.
  • Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
  • Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
  • Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.

Detective Southwestern District

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
01.2008 - 04.2012
  • Conducted thorough investigations into Narcotics, prostitution and Intelligence activities to help develop strong criminal cases.
  • Advised on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in daily briefings.
  • Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
  • Examined crimes scenes.
  • Obtained and/or served 100+ search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
  • Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
  • Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.

Patrol Officer

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
08.2002 - 01.2008
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
  • Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.
  • Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
  • Acted as Officer In charge upon Sergeants absence
  • Field training Officer
  • Assigned Post Officer

Police Officer Trainee

Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
01.2002 - 08.2002
  • Successfully Completed Baltimore City Police Academy
  • Successfully completed Baltimore City Police Department Field Training program to include, Practicums, Law, Handgun Qualification and Emergency Vehicle Operations

Education

High School Diploma -

Solanco High School
Quarryville, PA
06.1998

Skills

  • Supervising investigations
  • Team leadership skills
  • Assigning cases
  • Acting District Commander in his/her absence
  • Criminal activity prevention
  • Preparing District Crime plans/responses
  • Mentoring Subordinates
  • Criminal investigation

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 20+ Officers and Sergeants.
  • Successfully acted as District Commander in his absence.
  • Excellence in Policing Award 2006 & 2007


Certification

  • Maryland State Human Trafficking Investigators Training - yearly 2013-2021
  • FBI Human Trafficking Training (2013)
  • Homeland Security Investigations Human trafficking Investigations Task Force Officer Training 2013-2021
  • Awarded a Mayors Citation for Work in Human Trafficking 2020
  • Field Training Officer



Additional Information

Served as a Human Trafficking Task Force Officer with Homeland Security Investigations Baltimore (HSI) 2013-2021

  • Conducting and running multi-jurisdictional Adult and juvenile human sex trafficking cases/ child pornography and other felony cases.
  • Testified as a expert witness in Federal, State and Local Courts in Human Trafficking.
  • Member of the Baltimore City Human Trafficking Collaborative
  • Worked closely with victim advocate groups and other stakeholders to provide wrap around serves for survivors



Timeline

Police Lieutenant DC Office Operations Bureau

Baltimore City Police Department
06.2022 - Current

Detective Lieutenant Western District

Baltimore City Police Department
10.2021 - 06.2022

Patrol Lieutenant Western District

Baltimore City Police Department
04.2021 - 10.2021

Detective Sergeant Human Trafficking Unit

Baltimore City Police Department
11.2013 - 04.2021

Police Sergeant Central District Patrol

Baltimore City Police Department
11.2012 - 11.2013

Detective Southwestern District

Baltimore City Police Department
01.2008 - 04.2012

Patrol Officer

Baltimore City Police Department
08.2002 - 01.2008

Police Officer Trainee

Baltimore City Police Department
01.2002 - 08.2002

High School Diploma -

Solanco High School

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