Richard Payne
Ventura,CA
Summary
Results-driven Background Investigator skilled in compliance, report writing, and confidentiality. Proven ability to conduct thorough investigations, mentor junior officers, and ensure adherence to federal and state regulations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Background Investigator
Sintra Group
Ventura, California
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough background investigations for various client requests.
- Compiled detailed reports summarizing investigation findings and recommendations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality throughout the investigative process.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations during investigations.
- Created and submitted reports regarding background investigations, highlighting special findings.
- Contacted references by phone and in person to validate information.
- Verified subject's identity by collecting and analyzing personal data such as fingerprints, driver's license numbers, social security numbers.
Police Sergeant
City of Ventura
Ventura, California
12.1995 - 09.2022
- Supervised daily operations of patrol officers and support staff.
- Managed incident response and coordinated emergency services during critical situations.
- Conducted training sessions for new recruits on policies and procedural protocols.
- Investigated complaints and resolved conflicts within the department and community.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address crime trends and community concerns.
- Reviewed reports and ensured compliance with departmental standards and regulations.
- Mentored junior officers in investigative techniques and effective communication skills.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Evaluated the performance of assigned personnel through observation, review of reports and other methods.
- Ensured that all personnel met department standards for performance and conduct.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Prepared written reports detailing investigative activities and findings.
- Investigated complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
- Served as a field supervisor during special events or operations requiring additional staffing levels.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Union Institute
Los Angeles, CA11-2011
Skills
- Background checks
- Report writing
- Regulatory compliance
- Data analysis
- Identity verification
- Incident management
Certification
Private Investigator License #189806
Timeline
Background Investigator
Sintra Group
03.2023 - Current
Police Sergeant
City of Ventura
12.1995 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Union Institute