Megan Gregory
Parsons,TN
Summary
Results-driven Criminal Investigator experienced in conducting thorough investigations and gathering crucial evidence. Strong ability to coordinate with law enforcement and enhance evidence organization, ensuring compliance with legal standards and successful case outcomes. Assists fellow employees, superiors and community leaders in complex investigations of crimes against people, property crimes and organized crime. Collaborates with other agencies for thorough investigations to achieve optimal results.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Criminal Investigator/Evidence Clerk
Decatur County Sheriff's Office
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate case strategies and share critical information.
- Analyzed forensic evidence using advanced investigative techniques to support case resolutions.
- Developed and maintained detailed case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Processed and organized evidence according to established protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using specialized case management software.
- Assisted law enforcement personnel with evidence retrieval and documentation tasks.
- Coordinated evidence transfers between departments while maintaining chain of custody integrity.
- Improved evidence organization by implementing a streamlined filing system and barcode tracking.
- Supported investigations with accurate record-keeping, ensuring proper documentation for evidentiary items.
- Analyzed case files to identify patterns and connections between suspects and incidents.
Patrol Officer/Evidence Clerk
Parsons Police Department
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Enforced traffic laws and regulations, ensuring public safety on roadways.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents and accidents to identify causes and prevent recurrence.
- Collaborated with community members to address concerns, enhancing trust and engagement.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding evidence handling, storage, and disposal procedures.
- Submitted evidence to supervisors, crime labs or court officials for legal proceedings.
- Kept detailed records of evidence and evidence storage inventories, double-checked procedures and monitored access to prevent unauthorized handling.
Patrol Sergeant/ Evidence Clerk/ SOR Officer
Decatur County Sheriff's Office
03.2018 - 07.2021
- Supervised daily patrol operations, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence to support case development.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to enhance public safety initiatives and build trust within neighborhoods.
- Mentored junior officers, providing training on best practices in law enforcement tactics and procedures.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Managed evidence intake and processing to ensure chain of custody integrity.
- Trained new staff on evidence handling procedures and best practices.
- Managed the Sex Offender Registry for the county with monthly and yearly check-ins for offenders on the registry.
- Ensured offenders on the Sex Offender Registry followed the requirements set out by state law and arrested offenders that violated state law to ensure public safety.
Pharmacy Technician
City Drugs
10.2012 - 03.2018
- Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently in fast-paced environment.
- Assisted pharmacists with medication preparation and patient consultations to enhance service delivery.
- Maintained inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of medications and supplies for optimal operations.
- Trained new staff on pharmacy procedures, policies, and customer service best practices to improve team performance.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bethel University
McKenzie05-2026
Post Certification - Basic Law Enforcement Training
Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy
Nashville, TN09-2018
Skills
- First aid training
- Physical fitness
- Surveillance techniques
- Courtroom testimony
- Interview techniques
- Evidence collection
- Crime scene analysis
- Detailed report writing
- Witness interviews
- Credit card fraud
- Investigative research
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the Casey-Fowler-Williamson Leadership Award in September 2018 for outstanding leadership skills while at the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy
Certification
- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) Basic Criminal Investigation Academy
- Instructor Development
- Domestic Violence Instructor
Timeline
Criminal Investigator/Evidence Clerk
Decatur County Sheriff's Office
09.2022 - Current
Patrol Officer/Evidence Clerk
Parsons Police Department
07.2021 - 09.2022
Patrol Sergeant/ Evidence Clerk/ SOR Officer
Decatur County Sheriff's Office
03.2018 - 07.2021
Pharmacy Technician
City Drugs
10.2012 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bethel University
Post Certification - Basic Law Enforcement Training
Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy