Mercedes Reese
Norco
Summary
Demonstrates strong organizational and analytical skills in producing detailed investigative reports. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards by supporting findings with verifiable evidence and maintaining documentation integrity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST
Gravitas Investigations
Cincinnati
02.2026 - Current
- Produced detailed, defensible investigative reports ensuring full source attribution and a comprehensive documentation trail.
- Ensured all findings were supported by verifiable evidence and aligned with federal and state regulatory standards.
- Maintained strict documentation protocols to ensure evidentiary integrity and readiness for audits.
- Analyzed multiple-source subject data to enhance investigative contract outcomes.
SENIOR INVESTIGATOR
Information Discovery Services
Fort Worth
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted in-person interviews with potential new hires to clarify negative and derogatory information, enhancing overall candidate assessment.
- Reviewed the subject's case records and personal history statements to ensure a comprehensive understanding.
- Conducted interviews with case subjects and relevant sources, including family, friends, neighbors, employers, and co-workers, to gather comprehensive insights for case evaluations.
- Conducted reviews of public databases and compiled information from record providers, including local law enforcement agencies.
- Compiled comprehensive reports by consolidating confirmed and developed information, facilitating informed decision-making.
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST
Doyle Schafer McMahon
Irvine
02.2018 - 06.2025
- Managed database maintenance to ensure accurate and organized storage of client, vendor, expert witness, and contact information.
- Conducted case conflict checks for potential cases. Opened new matters in the database to facilitate case management.
- Developed and implemented an onboarding plan for new staff, ensuring effective training on case management software.
- Managed financial administration tasks, including logging daily costs and payment entries.
- Coordinated legal team operations through comprehensive assistance and support for various tasks.
- Drafted captions, proof of service, initial pleadings, and discovery requests and responses to facilitate efficient administrative operations.
- Transitioned from document clerk to key contributor in firm's digital transformation initiative.
INVESTIGATIONS MANAGER
Clear Image Investigations
Newport Beach
01.2009 - 02.2018
- Performed thorough surveillance and research to obtain critical evidence for ongoing investigations.
- Verified key information in cases to strengthen evidence and support investigation outcomes.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies in support of ongoing investigations.
- Managed incoming cases, delegating tasks based on urgency and priorities to ensure timely resolution.
- Revised subcontractor agreement to define work product standards, streamlining processes for clearer expectations.
INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST
Safe Passage OC
Newport Beach
06.2011 - 09.2013
- Conducted internet monitoring, information collection, evaluation, and analysis to generate actionable intelligence reports.
- Executed undercover operations with the exit team, focusing on surveillance, tactical scouting, and threat assessment.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement and aftercare programs to strengthen operational effectiveness.
- Drafted comprehensive reports for local law enforcement agencies, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Participated in Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force meeting to collaborate on strategic initiatives.
SKIP TRACER
CIBI
Huntington Beach
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Executed open-source research to locate subjects and assets, leveraging internet resources, social media platforms, and databases to enhance investigative outcomes.
- Conducted surveillance operations and covert activities to ascertain locations of subjects or assets, directly supporting case resolution.
Education
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01-2024
Certificate - Private Investigator
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01-2013
Open Source Intelligence Training (OSINT) -
Camelot Investigations
01-2012
Skills
- Data analysis and reporting
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Research skills
- Investigation techniques
- Surveillance methods
- Evidence analysis
- Attention to detail
- Analytical reasoning
Timeline
INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST
Gravitas Investigations
02.2026 - Current
SENIOR INVESTIGATOR
Information Discovery Services
10.2022 - Current
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST
Doyle Schafer McMahon
02.2018 - 06.2025
INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST
Safe Passage OC
06.2011 - 09.2013
INVESTIGATIONS MANAGER
Clear Image Investigations
01.2009 - 02.2018
SKIP TRACER
CIBI
01.2007 - 01.2008
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Certificate - Private Investigator
California State University, Fullerton
Open Source Intelligence Training (OSINT) -
Camelot Investigations