Katrina Paxton
Saint Robert,MO
Summary
Accomplished Federal Investigator with extensive experience at the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command. Expert in evidence collection and investigative reporting, adept at collaborating with law enforcement. Proven ability to manage complex cases and provide expert courtroom testimony, showcasing strong communication and problem-solving skills in high-stakes environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Federal Investigator
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
12.2016 - 07.2023
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
- Collaborated with local, state, federal, and international law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and coordinate actions.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Collaborated closely with other investigators throughout the course of an investigation.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex criminal activities, including fraud, cybercrime, and terrorism.
- Analyzed financial data related to fraud or money laundering schemes.
Federal Investigator (Protective Service Agent)
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
Fort Belvoir, VA
12.2013 - 12.2016
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Performed risk assessments of buildings and facilities in order to develop suitable safety measures.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify any suspicious activity or persons.
- Greeted guests upon arrival and provided directions when requested.
- Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
- Inspected equipment and property for damage or loss prevention purposes.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Monitored surveillance cameras in order to detect any criminal activities.
- Provided training sessions for new Protective Services Officers on safety protocols.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Inspected security systems to maintain consistent operational availability and to detect evidence of tampering.
- Maintained communication with local law enforcement agencies regarding security issues.
Federal Investigator
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
Fort Jackson, SC
10.2011 - 12.2013
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings as necessary.
- Collaborated closely with other investigators throughout the course of an investigation.
- Created and filed reports to document investigative activities.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex criminal activities, including fraud, cybercrime, and terrorism.
- Analyzed financial data related to fraud or money laundering schemes.
- Worked closely with local law enforcement to investigate crime scenes and collect evidence.
- Developed and implemented training programs for junior agents and law enforcement partners.
Paralegal NCO
U.S. Army Staff Judge Advocate
Fort Jackson, SC
05.2010 - 10.2011
- Prepared compliance and regulatory forms for legal cases and suits.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Army Staff Judge Advocate
Schweinfurt, GE
11.2005 - 05.2010
- Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Compiled data from various sources including public records databases for use in litigation proceedings.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Monitored and updated clients on case progress, including significant developments.
- Gathered evidence to assist attorneys in their cases.
- Provided technical support to attorneys during trial proceedings.
- Ensured compliance with legal, court, and regulatory requirements by studying existing and new legislation.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice - Public Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
Normal, IL08-2005
J.D. - Criminal Justice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Case management
- Evidence collection
- Surveillance techniques
- Investigative reporting
- Search warrant execution
- Collaboration with law enforcement
- Interview techniques
- Risk assessment
- Investigative research
- Intelligence gathering
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Computer forensics
- Interrogation tactics
- Courtroom testimony
- Crime scene analysis
- Federal criminal code expertise
- State criminal code expertise
- Deception detection
- Behavioral profiling
- Surveillance operations
- Human intelligence collection
- Crime scene processing
- Investigative experience
- Sensitive information handling
- Cybersecurity
- Document examination
- Forensic analysis
- Evidence analysis
- Law enforcement practices
Timeline
Federal Investigator
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
12.2016 - 07.2023
Federal Investigator (Protective Service Agent)
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
12.2013 - 12.2016
Federal Investigator
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
10.2011 - 12.2013
Paralegal NCO
U.S. Army Staff Judge Advocate
05.2010 - 10.2011
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Army Staff Judge Advocate
11.2005 - 05.2010
Master of Science - Criminal Justice - Public Administration
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
J.D. - Criminal Justice
Walden University
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