Joshua Nicholson
Winnemucca
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the Pershing County Sheriff's Office, excelling in surveillance techniques and evidence collection. Proven ability to collaborate interagency, conduct thorough background investigations, and prepare detailed reports. Recognized for delivering precise results in high-pressure situations while maintaining strong community relations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Investigator
Pershing County Sheriff's Office
Lovelock
11.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Delivered maximum levels of accuracy when conducting stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Monitored suspect activities through use of electronic devices or physical surveillance.
- Collected, preserved, and analyzed evidence such as fingerprints, weapons, documents, drugs.
- Conducted background investigations for personnel security clearances.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Deputy
Humboldt County Sheriff's Office
Winnemucca
10.2016 - 10.2021
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Performed background checks on applicants seeking employment with the Sheriff's Office.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
Mineman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Sasebo
09.2012 - 04.2016
- Performed Maintenance of underwater mine detection equipment
- Conducted underwater mine hunting operations
- Was the work center supervisor for the mine sweeping division
Education
High School Diploma -
Truckee High School
Truckee, CA01-2012
Skills
- Surveillance techniques
- Evidence collection
- Report writing
- Background investigations
- Arrest procedures
- Interagency collaboration
Accomplishments
- Sheriff's commendation award, 2 Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals
Certification
- NV P.O.S.T. I and III, Front Line Supervisor, DT Instructor, Basic Instructor Development, C.I.T.
Timeline
Deputy Investigator
Pershing County Sheriff's Office
11.2021 - Current
Deputy
Humboldt County Sheriff's Office
10.2016 - 10.2021
Mineman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2012 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Truckee High School
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