Jimmy Perdue
Biloxi,MS
Summary
Upon retirement from my position as a Forensic Scientist, my goal is to find a fulfilling second career that offers new and different challenges while still utilizing knowledge I have accumulated through my past professional and educational experiences.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Latent Print Examiner
Private Forensic Contractor
08.2003 - Current
- Provide forensic consulting and backlog reduction services for the latent print sections of city, state and federal agencies
- Agencies previously contracted by: - U.S. Customs and Border Patrol, New Orleans, LA (2003-2005) - Boston Police Department, Boston, MA (2005) - Houston Police Department, Houston, TX (2009-2010)
Forensic Team Lead
DPS - Mississippi Forensic Laboratory
03.1997 - 03.2025
- Conduct independent analysis, comparison and evaluation of latent prints, footwear and tire track impressions.
- Develop and preserve latent prints, footwear and tire track impressions for comparison purposes.
- Conduct latent print examinations utilizing the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
- Report examination findings to requesting agencies laboratory management software.
- Provide instruction and training on topics related to fingerprints, palm prints, crime scene investigation and forensic photography.
- Provide expert witness testimony in state and federal courts of law.
Retail Representative
Retail Results
09.1995 - 03.1999
- Responsible for various contracted services at major retailers in a region covering three states
- Worked closely with store management to ensure the proper amount of shelf space was allocated for particular national brands
- Changed store displays and physically moved product as directed
- Assisted in supervising floor moves, merchandising and display maintenance
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Forensic Investigation
JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
Jacksonville, AL08.1995
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Criminal Justice
COASTAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Brewton, AL06.1992
Skills
- Proficient in the operation of the NEC Automated Fingerprint Identification System
- Proficient in the operation of the JusticeTrax Lab Information Management System software
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and Adobe software
- Crime Scene processing
- Report preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Activity coordination
Accomplishments
Served as President, 1st Vice President and 2nd Vice President for the Mississippi Division of the International Association for Identification (2 terms each)
Certification
Certified Latent Print Examiner IAI
References
- Mac Seibert, Professional Scout, San Diego Padres, (850) 572-2927, mseibert@padres.com, Former Coach
- Jamie Bush, Latent Print Examiner and Instructor, Ron Smith & Associates, (601) 512-0416, jbush@ronsmithandassociates.com, Former Trainer/Supervisor
- Dr. Staci Turner, Chief Medical Examiner, MS DPS - Medical Examiner's Office, (251) 214-1720, sturner@mcl.ms.gov, Former Colleague
Timeline
Certified Latent Print Examiner
Private Forensic Contractor
08.2003 - Current
Forensic Team Lead
DPS - Mississippi Forensic Laboratory
03.1997 - 03.2025
Retail Representative
Retail Results
09.1995 - 03.1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Forensic Investigation
JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Criminal Justice
COASTAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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