John O'Malley
Indian Trail,NC
Summary
Talented criminal and internal Investigator bringing 45 years of experience and expertise in both digital and field investigations. Highly observant and detail-oriented with strong follow-through and analytical approach.
Attended various Investigative schools located at the University of Georgia, Southern Police Institute, located at the University of Louisville, Federal Drug Commanders School at FBI Academy, Quanico, Virginia. Also attended and graduated the Long Term (3 mos.) Management training Schol at Southern Police Institute, University of Louisville.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Affairs Investigator, Captain
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office, Contract Empl
Charlotte , North Carolina
09.2002 - 09.2017
- Reviewed applicant applications for suitable candidates for employment with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office. Also, as a certified polygraph examiner, conducted polygraph exams of otherwise qualified applicants.
- As a sworn Investigation Captain, conducted, internal investigations pursuant to citizen and inmate complaints. Presented investigation findings to disciplinary board for final adjudication
- Worked and coordinated investigative needs with Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office Human Resource Department.
Police Captain
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte , North Carolina
06.1973 - 12.2002
- Began as Uniform Patrol Officer responsible for routine patrol, responding to calls for service which involve the complete spectrum of criminal and traffic related offenses.
- Also, while serving in the rank of Officer, served in assignments in areas of Planning and Research, Felony Investigations, Vice and Intelligence, Crime Scene Technician, and SWAT Team Member,
- In 1981, I was promoted to the rank of Sergeant, at which time I became responsible for the oversight of all related functions of patrol officers. Additionally received transfers to various supervisory positions in Department areas including supervisory oversight of Departmental Communications Unit, Criminal Investigations and became a certified Polygraph Examiner, conducting bot criminal and pre-employment polygraph exams. Served as a Supervisor on agency SWAT Team.
- Examined personnel, facilities and tactics for safety and training.
- Supervised administrative and support functions of non-sworn personnel.
- Assigned and supervised subordinates to prevent crime, protect life and property and enforce laws.
- 191, promoted to the rank of Captain responsible for Commanding District/Precinct operations of approximately 120 officers and 8 supervisors and civilian support staff. While serving as Captain over the Drug Enforcement Unit, oversaw daily drug investigation and multi-jurisdiction drug task force.
- During evenings served on a rotating basis as Department Shift Commander with responsibility of overseeing all agency activity while other upper command personnel were not on duty.
Education
Associate of Science - Geography Major, Psychology Minor
East Carolina University
Greenville, NCSkills
- Crime Prevention
- Investigative Interviews
- Critical Thinking
- Polygraph Examiner
- Photography
- Wood Working
- Proficient in use of Computers and Microsoft Office
- Surveillance Operations
Photography, Wood Working, and camping
Photography interest began as a teenager and continued to present. Skills developed served me well while serving in the agency assignment of Crime Scene Investigator/Technician. From 1987 through 1992 conducted a side business as a rodeo photographer and wedding photographer. Today, I enjoy using my skills taking photos of various opportunities found in my travels and camping outings.
My woodworking interests involve some basic construction and building of various types of furniture.
Camping interests range from years of tent camping and hiking with my son. In early 2021, I purchased a Travel Trailer. Myself and a fellow police retiree enjoy camping outings using his and my camping trailer.
Timeline
Internal Affairs Investigator, Captain
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office, Contract Empl
09.2002 - 09.2017
Police Captain
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
06.1973 - 12.2002
Associate of Science - Geography Major, Psychology Minor
East Carolina University
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