Matthew Bogert
Kirkville,NY
Summary
Accomplished Investigator Correction Sergeant at Suffolk County Sheriff's Office, renowned for exceptional report writing and ethical standards. Expert in conducting thorough investigations, leveraging interview techniques and legal knowledge to resolve complex cases. Demonstrated success in court testimonies and fostering continuous improvement, underpinning a commitment to excellence and integrity in fast-paced environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Investigator Correction Sergeant
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office
02.2009 - 08.2024
- Maintain a professional tone.
- Collaborated with County and State agencies on investigations.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses.
- Collected information pertaining to civil proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Conducted impartial investigations into complaints by employees.
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in State and Federal Civil Rights cases.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
Correctional Sergeant
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office
11.2004 - 02.2009
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Supervised employees and performance of tasks and managed offenders.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Facilitated positive relationships between staff members and inmates by encouraging respectful interactions at all times.
- Managed inmate housing assignments to maintain optimal safety levels within the institution.
Correctional Officer
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office
04.1994 - 11.2004
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
Education
Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Academy
Brentwood, NY07.1994
Skills
- Detailed report writing
- Interview techniques
- Research abilities
- Ethical and honest
- Legal knowledge
- Due diligence
- Interviewing witnesses
- Continuous Improvement
- Court Testimony
- Defensive Tactics
- Claims resolution
Timeline
Investigator Correction Sergeant
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office
02.2009 - 08.2024
Correctional Sergeant
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office
11.2004 - 02.2009
Correctional Officer
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office
04.1994 - 11.2004
Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Academy
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