Monica M. Patton
Spotsylvania, Hanover County
Mechanicsville,VA
37
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Professional law enforcement specialist with extensive experience in conducting investigations and enforcing local, state, and federal laws. Strong focus on independent organizational skills and interviewing techniques. Proven team collaborator and achieving results, with a reputation for reliability and adaptability. Skilled in conflict resolution and strategic planning.
Work History
Substitute Teacher
2 Years 3 Months- Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilized effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability. Provided instruction for students in all grades in government, history, and criminal justice.
Relocation Specialist Realtor
8 Years 3 Months- Platinum Team Leader. Military/Law Enforcement Specialist and Corporate Specialist managing all aspects of client relations regarding real estate transactions.
Special Agent
10 Years 3 Months- 02/2008 – 01/2015 – Public Corruption Squad – Conducted investigations into state and local compliance and federal violations to include members of the United States Congress, and their staff to achieve successful criminal prosecutions. Investigated and prosecuted numerous state and local public officials for corruption, compliance violations, voter fraud, campaign finance violations, lobbying violations and bribery. Held high-level security clearances regarding sensitive information. Developed extensive knowledge of compliance laws and regulations in the State of Virginia. Successfully researched, summarized, and prepared reports for the United States Attorney.
- 10/2004-02/2008 – International Threat Coordinator, Violent Crime Task Force (VCTF) Squad – Spearheaded and coordinated high profile national and international investigations involving complex and highly dangerous offenders. Partnered with state, local, international criminal and intelligence agencies to accomplish mission. Conducted investigations with task force members from local and state law enforcement agencies regarding violent crimes in DC and Virginia. Investigated homicides, school shootings, violent bank robberies, kidnappings, and international piracy (Somalia) on American ships with successful prosecutions. Held high-level security clearances regarding sensitive information. Successfully researched, summarized, and prepared reports for the United States Attorney.
Special Agent
9 Years 9 Months- 02/2003 – 10/2004 – Special Operations Group – Coordinated with case agents on sensitive investigations to conduct clandestine surveillance operations.
- 06/2002 – 02/2003 – Public Corruption Squad – Initiated high-level and complex corruption investigations into state and local public officials. Successfully prosecuted corrupt members of the Newark Police Department for code enforcement and corruption violations. Delivered expert testimony in court proceedings, presenting reliable evidence leading to successful prosecutions.
- 9/2001 – 6/2002 – 9/11 Main Task Force Investigator – Temporarily Reassigned. Conducted numerous investigations into specific acts of terrorism regarding 9/11 attacks in NYC, PA, and DC. Coordinated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations.
- 01/2000 - 09/2003 – Public Corruption Squad – Initiated high-level and complex corruption investigations into state and local public officials which involved favorable legislative action for New Jersey casinos in exchange for campaign money and bribes. Successfully prosecuted corrupt members of law enforcement and state officials to include the Governor of New Jersey, and significant members of organized crime. Held high-level security clearances regarding sensitive information. Successfully maintained liaison with state and local legislators, and other organizations
- Public Affairs Spokesperson/Certified Instructor – Represented the FBI regarding media matters relative to local, state, federal and international indictments, and arrests. Instrumental in using media outlets to apprehend highly dangerous fugitives. Taught media relations classes to high-ranking law enforcement officials at the FBI National Academy.
- 06/1996 – 04/1998 – Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) – Coordinated background investigations on JTTF candidates to establish a multi-agency investigative strategy to bring terrorism targets to full prosecution. Held high-level and top secret security clearances regarding sensitive information.
- 05/1995-06/1996 – Background Investigation Squad – Conducted and coordinated background investigations regarding new agents, SES level government employees, members of Congress, Supreme Court Justices, and White House personnel. Conducted interviews and compliance checks of candidates for these positions. Held high-level and top secret security clearances regarding sensitive information.
- 01/1995 – 05/1995 – Attended the FBI Academy, Quantico, VA, for specialized training in conducting investigations, legal, physical training and tactical/firearms proficiency.
Staff Assistant/Assistant Press Secretary
6 Years 4 Months- Managed constituent relations, prepared and distributed press releases on congressional matters, and managed office computer systems for the Delaware office. Monitored Judiciary Committee hearings and coordinated background and compliance checks regarding judicial appointment candidates to the Supreme Court of the United States. Assisted with the development of the Federal Crime Bill which funded law enforcement and community resources to combat criminal activity.
Education
Master of Public Administration
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
- Who’s Who award in American Universities
Associate of Science - Computer Information Science
Dual degree
Certification
- Licensed Realtor - 2017-present
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Spotsylvania, Hanover County
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Relocation Specialist Realtor
Century 21 New Millennium
03.2017 - 06.2025Read More
Special Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation
10.2004 - 01.2015Read More
Special Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation
01.1995 - 10.2004Read More
Staff Assistant/Assistant Press Secretary
Senator (President) Joseph R. Biden, Jr.
09.1988 - 01.1995Read More
Goldey Beacom College
Associate of Science from Computer Information Science
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University of Delaware
Master of Public Administration
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Goldey Beacom College
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
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