Paul Eagleston
Warwick,United States
Summary
Accomplished Detective/Lieutenant with a proven track record at the United States Mint Police, showcasing exceptional investigation management and ethical integrity. Skilled in detailed report writing and calm under pressure, I have significantly contributed to enhancing security measures and supervising critical investigations, holding a Top Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with the swift capacity to learn and apply new skills, committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective/Lieutenant
United States Mint Police
10.2015 - Current
- Enforce all Federal, State, local laws as well as Treasury and United States Mint rules and regulations for the protection of persons, property, and facilities
- Protect dies, monetary, and bullion assets in the custody or control of the United States Mint during production, processing, storage, transportation, or other use; protect all facility space and property against theft, assault, sabotage; and protect United States Mint employees and visitors from threats or hazards of physical harm or injury, violence in the workplace, criminal acts such as assault or robbery, and acts of terrorism
- Apprehend, detain, and/or arrest persons considered extremely violent, mentally disturbed or intoxicated, and risk the ever present dangers of breaking and entering, trespassing occurrences on Federal property, armed robbery confrontations, and the protection of Federal officials and respective employees
- Perform patrol duties as deterrence to crime and other violations of laws, rules, and regulations; Control entry and exit, regulate pedestrian and vehicular traffic; prevent accidents, congestion, and parking problems; give warnings; may issue citations for traffic and other appropriate violations; and make arrests if necessary
- Receive and record messages and instructions involving emergencies, complaints, violations, accidents, and requests for information and assistance; Transmit messages and instructions to officers on patrol, and dispatch officers to investigate and answer general inquiries; Maintain records and prepare reports covering activities and events occurring over the course of a shift
- Collateral Duty as CPR/AED Instructor
- Plan and distribute work assignments, reviews work in progress and revises work schedules
- Supervise the use of special and emergency equipment
- Submit written reports covering all security activities
- Conduct or direct unannounced inspections of posts
- Participate in the establishment of performance standards, providing feedback and recommendations
- Planning and conducting criminal or civil investigations; and applying investigative techniques to interview suspects or witnesses, follow leads, use informants, examine records, perform undercover work, conduct surveillance; and - preparing reports or other complex technical material that deal with the collection, protection and recording of evidence, the presentation of testimony, or the retention of information materials; and experience that has provided knowledge of federal, state and local statute, court decisions, criminal rules of evidence, constitutional rights, search and seizure procedures, arrest authority, court and administrative procedures, and agency specific directives.
- Perform duties as Senior Firearms Instructor for the field site of 60 officers
- Serve as Police Officer (2015-2018), Sergeant (2018-2019).
Medical Investigator II
Orange County Medical Examiner's Office
01.2022 - Current
- Involves conducting independent and confidential clinical forensic death investigations of accidental, criminal, homicidal, suicidal or suspicious deaths, or deaths of undetermined circumstances, to determine if such deaths fall under the jurisdiction of the County's Office of the Medical Examiner
- Investigate death scenes which fall under the jurisdiction of the Office of Medical Examiner
- Under the direction of the Medical Examiner, perform initial body examination/scene assessment, gather forensic evidence and medical information, collect specimens as warranted, take forensic photographs, and record detailed observations
- Recommend the release of the deceased or the need for an autopsy on the basis of a preliminary investigation
- May assist forensic pathologist as needed
- Take official possession of the body and arrange for transport to the County morgue, funeral home, or other appropriate institution
- Maintain chain of custody for decedent, evidence, and specimen transports, Make field investigations of facts surrounding deaths, which include interviewing witnesses, and reviewing police records, hospital records, committals, mental status, financial status/problems, events leading to death, and facts leading to victim identification
- Obtain or coordinate positive identification of bodies through visual personal identifications, affidavits, x-rays, dental records, descriptive evidence, fingerprint evidence, or whatever appropriate means necessary
- Provide information to the next of kin and other family members of the deceased regarding cause of death, manner and circumstances surrounding the death
- Maintain constant and proper liaison with federal, state, and local officials, hospitals, law enforcement, hospice staff, funeral directors, the medical community, ambulance and other first responders, prison officials, court personnel, and the legal community
- Prepare detailed and accurate reports in a timely manner in accordance with all medical and legal rules and regulations
- Testify in court and serve as an expert witness.
Police Officer/Investigator
Village of Florida Police Department
01.2001 - Current
- Perform patrol duties and answer calls for service
- Conducts roadside inspections of trucks, buses, and drivers to determine compliance with the applicable regulations as directed
- Enforce Commercial Vehicle violations (Title 49) as well as coordinate Commercial Vehicle Enforcement between Village of Florida Police, New York State Police and New York State Department of Transportation
- Interviews witnesses, participants, or others knowledgeable about an accident, incident, or complaint to obtain factual information
- Perform background investigations of all new hires
- Act as the Officer in Charge in the absence of the Chief, supervise daily operations of officers and department business including reviewing all reports, investigations, and invoices, field all complaints and inquiries from the public
- Conduct regulatory inspections/investigations and support criminal investigations related to alleged or suspected violations
- Identify, collect, and preserve evidence used to support enforcement actions
- Provide testimony and participate in enforcement proceedings
- Providing overt and covert presence, including at high visibility activities, to detect and reduce identified security threats/vulnerabilities
- Perform research necessary to write grant applications and procure new vehicles
- Maintain and manage all aspects of the department computer network
- Provide technical guidance during the procurement of the Village of Florida surveillance camera system
- Investigate criminal cases and motor vehicle accidents
- Work collaboratively with other law enforcement agencies.
Police Officer
Town of Goshen Police Department
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Perform patrol duties and answer calls for service
- Interviews witnesses, participants, or others knowledgeable about an accident, incident, or complaint to obtain factual information
- Conduct regulatory inspections/investigations and support criminal investigations related to alleged or suspected violations
- Identify, collect, and preserve evidence used to support enforcement actions
- Provide testimony and participate in enforcement proceedings
- Providing overt and covert presence, including at high visibility activities, to detect and reduce identified security threats/vulnerabilities
- Investigate criminal cases and motor vehicle accidents
- Work collaboratively with other law enforcement agencies.
Fire Instructor/Facilitator
Orange County Fire Training Center
03.2007 - 07.2019
- Prepares and conducts general or specialized instructional training sessions for firefighting personnel, other emergency services personnel, County employees or the general public
- Manages basic resources and the records and reports essential to the instructional process
- Develops and adheres to lesson plans in furtherance of established instructional goals
- Selects or develops teaching aids, such as training handbooks, demonstration models and multimedia visual aids
- Tests trainees to measure their learning progress and to evaluate effectiveness of training presentations
- Administers and maintains records of trainee attendance, level of performance, and grading of student evaluation instruments.
Correction Officer
Federal Bureau of Prisons
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Provide supervision, care and correctional treatment of inmates
- Enforce rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate accountability and inmate conduct to ensure judicial sanctions are carried out and inmates remain in custody
- From time to time, may be authorized to carry firearms and to use physical force, including deadly force, to maintain control of inmates
- During institution emergencies or other periods of heavy workload or limited staff, may be required to work long and irregular hours, unusual shifts, Sundays, holidays and unexpected overtime
- Member of Evidence Recovery Team
- Alternate Safety Specialist
- Work Control Center answering and routing incoming calls to the institution
- Work Special Housing Unit as SHU 1.
Education
Ph.D. - Criminal Justice: Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA02-2025
Master of Science - Criminal Justice: Investigations
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05.2020
Skills
- Detailed report writing
- Research abilities
- Ethical and honest
- Due diligence
- Investigation Management
- Data review
- Calm in crisis situations
- Continuous Improvement
- Report Preparation
- Resource Management
- Top Secret US Government Security Clearance
- Supervising investigations
Timeline
Medical Investigator II
Orange County Medical Examiner's Office
01.2022 - Current
Police Officer
Town of Goshen Police Department
10.2020 - 12.2023
Detective/Lieutenant
United States Mint Police
10.2015 - Current
Correction Officer
Federal Bureau of Prisons
08.2012 - 05.2015
Fire Instructor/Facilitator
Orange County Fire Training Center
03.2007 - 07.2019
Police Officer/Investigator
Village of Florida Police Department
01.2001 - Current
Ph.D. - Criminal Justice: Leadership
Liberty University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice: Investigations
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Empire State College
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