Michael Foster
Moreno Valley,California
Summary
Dynamic and ethical investigator with extensive experience at the City of Los Angeles, adept at detailed report writing and critical thinking. Proven track record in conducting thorough interviews and resolving tenant rights violations, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to the department's mission for successful outcomes in complex investigations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Housing Investigator I
City of Los Angeles
10.2024 - Current
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Conducted thorough interviews with complainants, neighbors, family members, and property managers, and documented investigative findings.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and photograph evidence associated with investigations.
- Collected information pertaining to harassment, discrimination, and tenant's rights violations and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Monitored 30 property accounts to ensure they are in compliance with LAHD policies and local, state, and federal fair housing laws.
- Visit sites and participate in public outreach presentations
Private Investigator
Palicon Group Investigations
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted hiring background investigations for contracted law enforcement agencies
- Interviewed applicants, their family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors on the phone and in person.
- Visited applicant's home and inspected living conditions.
- Conducted records checks including driving history, credit history, work history and job performance, and education background and grades.
- Collected supporting documentation, vehicle registration and insurance, school transcripts, job performance reviews and disciplinary history, etc.
- Documented finding in written reports and provided hiring recommendations.
Police Officer
City of Riverside
05.2005 - 11.2021
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Testified as a subject matter expert in drug influence-related cases including driving while impaired.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Investigated crimes and testified in court
- Collected evidence, conducted interviews and interrogations
- Arrested criminals and mediated civil disputes.
- Mentored, supervised, and trained newly appointed officers.
- Provided training and conducted legal update presentations.
Sheriff Deputy
County of Alemeda
10.1998 - 05.2006
- Implemented innovative problem-solving techniques to address community issues, reducing repeat calls for service.
- Trained new deputies on policies, procedures, and best practices, fostering a knowledgeable and professional team.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while mentoring fellow deputies during shift work or special assignments.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing clear and accurate information to support case outcomes.
- Supervised workers in custodial setting
- Managed courtroom as a bailiff
- Patrolled various areas of the county enforcing traffic and criminal laws, investigating traffic collisions, provided community policing for long-term problem solving.
- Assisted in emergency management during critical incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2013
Skills
- Detailed report writing
- Interview techniques
- Due diligence
- Ethical and honest
- Time management
- Organization skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving abilities
- Communication skills -verbal and written,
- Research abilities
- Understand legal frameworks relevant to investigations
Timeline
Housing Investigator I
City of Los Angeles
10.2024 - Current
Private Investigator
Palicon Group Investigations
02.2024 - 10.2024
Police Officer
City of Riverside
05.2005 - 11.2021
Sheriff Deputy
County of Alemeda
10.1998 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
California State University, Fullerton
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