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Tracey Smith

Chester,SC

Summary

Experienced in developing recruitment initiatives and managing onboarding processes to ensure the smooth integration of new employees into organizational culture. Skilled in policy development and employee relations, with a focus on promoting workplace health, accountability, and compliance. Practical experience in investigative photography and surveillance operations enhances proficiency in evidence collection and detailed report writing. Proven leadership in guiding teams through operational tasks, supported by strong conflict resolution, and crisis management capabilities.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Recruit

Giti Tire
Richburg, SC
12.2024 - Current
  • Identified potential talent through external sources such as career fairs, online job postings, referrals.

  • Developed recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
  • Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
  • Spearheaded recruiting initiatives, including contributing to promotional recruiting events.
  • Worked with HR department to devise and update policies as needed for corporate accountability and workplace health.
  • Oversaw onboarding process for new hires including paperwork completion and orientation sessions.
  • Built quality pipeline of candidates through outreach activities such as emails, job fairs, and job boards.

Owner

Tracey Smith Photography
Chester, SC
08.2012 - Current
  • Provided photography services for corporate events, capturing key moments and branding materials.
  • Manage budgets related to purchasing supplies needed for each shoot.
  • Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
  • Negotiated contracts and fees with clients, ensuring clear communication of deliverables.
  • Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.

Investigator

South Carolina Law Enforcement
Chester, South Carolina
04.2000 - 05.2012
  • Prepared detailed investigative reports and presentations, summarizing findings and recommending actionable steps.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving possible criminal activity or threats of violence.
  • Maintained contact with victims throughout the course of an investigation for support purposes.
  • Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
  • Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
  • Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
  • Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
  • Collaborated with other agencies in joint task forces to investigate complex crimes.
  • Launched undercover operations to better observe and obtain information on suspects.
  • Utilized various databases and public records to research and compile information relevant to investigations.
  • Worked closely with local law enforcement departments on multi-jurisdictional cases requiring collaboration between agencies.
  • Applied knowledge of criminal law and procedures in the collection and handling of evidence to ensure admissibility in court.
  • Investigated felony-level crimes in support of district attorney prosecution cases.
  • Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
  • Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
  • Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
  • Supervised a team of investigators in the collection of evidence, surveillance operations and interrogations.
  • Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
  • Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
  • Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
  • Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with top candidates to assess skills and fit.
  • Maintained and updated organizational charts, employee handbooks or performance evaluation forms.
  • Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
  • Reviewed employment applications, candidate backgrounds, skills, compensation needs and other qualifications.
  • Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
  • Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
  • Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
  • Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting individual goals.

Education

Controlled Substances -

Controlled Substances School
Meridian, MS
08-2007

Narcotics Investigation -

Narcotics School
Meridian, MS
04-2007

Elder Abuse -

SC Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC
05-2005

Counterfeit Investigation Certification -

SLED Counterfeit Class
100 West End Street
09-2004

Class 1 Law Enforcement Certification -

SC Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC
02-2002

NCIC Certification -

SLED NCIC Class
2740 Dawson Drive
06-2000

Class II Dentention Officer Certification -

SC Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC
03-2000

High School Diploma -

Chester Senior High School
Chester
06-1993

Skills

  • Talent acquisition
  • Recruiting strategies
  • Candidate screening
  • Onboarding process
  • Policy development
  • Employee relations
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Investigative techniques
  • Surveillance operations
  • Report writing
  • Evidence collection
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Database research
  • Criminal law application
  • Community engagement
  • Team management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Decision making
  • Strategic planning
  • Emergency response
  • Client relations
  • Expert witness testimony
  • Public speaking
  • Defensive tactics training
  • Multitasking ability
  • Compliance assessment
  • Crisis management
  • Policy limits
  • Suspect tracking
  • Crime Scene Photography
  • Surveillance Photography
  • Professional ethics
  • Crime Scene Photography
  • Undercover work
  • Undercover operations
  • Physical surveillance
  • Investigation management
  • Controlled tactical operations
  • Suspect questioning
  • Criminal investigation
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Interrogation techniques
  • Collecting evidence
  • First aid training
  • Gang intelligence
  • Background checks
  • Chain of custody
  • Supervising investigations
  • Missing persons investigations
  • Crime scene investigation
  • Surveillance procedures
  • Team leadership skills
  • Leading team operations
  • Crime scene investigations
  • Analytical skills
  • De-escalation techniques

Timeline

HR Recruit

Giti Tire
12.2024 - Current

Owner

Tracey Smith Photography
08.2012 - Current

Investigator

South Carolina Law Enforcement
04.2000 - 05.2012

Controlled Substances -

Controlled Substances School

Narcotics Investigation -

Narcotics School

Elder Abuse -

SC Criminal Justice Academy

Counterfeit Investigation Certification -

SLED Counterfeit Class

Class 1 Law Enforcement Certification -

SC Criminal Justice Academy

NCIC Certification -

SLED NCIC Class

Class II Dentention Officer Certification -

SC Criminal Justice Academy

High School Diploma -

Chester Senior High School

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