Joseph Orinstein
Homestead,FL
Summary
Dedicated detective with expertise in narcotics investigations, field training, and community safety. Proven ability to conduct thorough investigations, collaborate with agencies, and mentor junior officers.
Dynamic narcotics detective with proven expertise in surveillance techniques and interrogation skills. Committed to enhancing community safety through thorough investigations and collaborative operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Operations/Narcotics Detective
Monroe County Sheriff's Office
Monroe County, Florida
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations into narcotics-related offenses to uphold community safety.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies to gather intelligence on drug trafficking operations.
- Utilized surveillance techniques and advanced technology to monitor suspect activities and gather evidence.
- Developed and executed search warrants in accordance with legal protocols to seize illegal substances.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting investigative findings for use in prosecutorial proceedings.
- Trained junior officers on narcotics enforcement strategies and best practices in evidence collection.
- Analyzed crime trends related to narcotics to inform targeted policing strategies and resource allocation.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Maintained detailed case files for each investigation, ensuring accurate documentation and proper chain of custody for evidence handling procedures.
- Conducted extensive background checks on potential confidential informants before utilizing them for sensitive information gathering purposes.
- Recovered significant quantities of illegal drugs and contraband by executing search warrants at targeted locations.
Deputy Sheriff
Monroe County Sheriff's Office
Monroe County, Florida
11.2022 - 04.2025
- Enforced laws and maintained public order through proactive patrolling and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolution.
- Trained and mentored junior deputies in procedural compliance, emergency response, and effective communication techniques.
- Selected as Deputy of the Quarter for the 4th Quarter of 2024, nominated 2nd & 3rd Quarter 2024.
- Acting supervisor of the District 7 B1 Shift from July 2024 until April of 2025
- Field Training Officer
- Nominated for Life Saving Award September 5th, 2023
Maintenance Technician/Security Officer
The Palace Group
Homestead, Florida
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities to ensure optimal functioning and safety standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems to enhance reliability.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical failures in equipment, minimizing downtime for operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, improving workflow efficiency.
Education
Criminal Justice
Merced College
Merced, CANo Degree - Criminal Justice
Tiffin University
Tiffin, OHBasic Law Enforcement Certification - Criminal Justice
College of The Florida Keys
Monroe County, Florida06.2021
Skills
- Self-defense tactics
- Traffic enforcement
- Chain of custody
- Human trafficking awareness
- Interrogation skills
- Surveillance techniques
- De-escalation techniques
- Interviewing witnesses
- Courtroom testimony
- Arrest procedures
- Undercover operations
- Drug identification
- Collaborating with agencies
Accomplishments
Deputy of the 4th Quarter 2024
Nominations 2nd & 3rd Quarter 2024
Narcotics Detective Promotion
Live Saving Award Nomination September 5th, 2023
Commendation Lt. Benedetti Contributions to District 7 2024
Commendation Sgt. J. Brady Methamphetamine Trafficking case August 30, 2023
Nominated for Deputy of the year 2024 by Sgt. Brady, and Lt. Benedetti
Certification
Field Training Officer
Interviews and Interrogations
Patrol Riffle
General Investigations
Advanced Proactive Investigations
The Art of Surveillance
Handwriting Analysis
Speed Measurement
Tactical Medical
Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
Critical Incident Training
Basic Law Enforcement
Timeline
Special Operations/Narcotics Detective
Monroe County Sheriff's Office
04.2025 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Monroe County Sheriff's Office
11.2022 - 04.2025
Maintenance Technician/Security Officer
The Palace Group
08.2020 - 11.2023
Criminal Justice
Merced College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Tiffin University
Basic Law Enforcement Certification - Criminal Justice
College of The Florida Keys