RONALD HALL
Pensacola,FL
Summary
I am a motivated, talented, hardworking and astute individual who served in the capacities of a Police Officer (Detective), and an internationally certified crime scene forensics practitioner. I have well above average communication skills with over 14 years’ worth of experience in active policing at various levels, within the Jamaica Constabulary Force and have grasp additional relevant skills with other such organizations within which I have worked in Jamaica. Over the years, I have been acknowledged for my team-spirited nature, time management skills, eye for detail, zest for truth, efficiency and competence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Self Employed Services
Kingston , Jamaica
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
Det. Corporal/ Certified Forensic Crime Scene Inv.
Jamaica Constabulary Force
Kingston , Jamaica
02.2008 - 12.2022
- Examined and documented evidence at crime scenes.
- Analyzed physical evidence to determine its relevance to the investigation.
- Prepared detailed reports of findings from crime scene investigations.
- Photographed crime scenes and collected relevant evidence for laboratory examination.
- Assisted with searches of premises related to criminal investigations.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings related to criminal cases.
- Maintained records of all evidence collected from crime scenes and stored them securely until needed for trial proceedings or further investigations.
- Attended seminars and workshops pertaining to forensic science techniques.
- Participated in mock crime scene scenarios in order to stay up-to-date on best practices for collecting evidence.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as magnifying glasses, tweezers, scalpels, swabs, thermometers, ultraviolet lamps., during collection of evidence.
- Supervised junior investigators while they process a crime scene or conduct interviews.
- Reviewed case files prior to attending court hearings in order to prepare testimony.
- Observed autopsies performed by medical examiners in order to determine cause of death.
- Evaluated and marked crime scene areas and collected physical and biological evidence for processing.
- Used scientific equipment to collect and analyze evidence to support investigations.
- Analyzed gunshot bullet paths and gunshot residues to determine how shootings transpired.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- CONDUCT TRAINING FOR THE FORENSIC DEPARTMENT FOR NEW STUDENTS.
- PROVIDE FIELD EXPERIENCE/ Mentor final year Forensic science students BSC from the university of Technology.
Verifier/ Photographer
Electoral Office of Jamaica
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Verified accuracy of customer information by collecting and inputting data into system.
- Updated databases with new customer information following successful verifications.
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands and tripods for shoots.
Education
Certificate in Supervisor Management -
National Police College of Jamaica
01.2018
Certificate in Forensic Computer Aided Drawing -
National Police College of Jamaica
07.2016
Certified Crime Scene Investigator -
International Crime Scene Investigators Association (ICSIA)
04.2016
Certificate in driving and maintenance of 'A' class vehicles -
Area Three Police Driving School
01.2016
Certificate in Forensic Panorama Photography Training -
National Police College of Jamaica
02.2015
Certificate in Crime Scene Investigations -
National Police College of Jamaica
07.2012
Pre-Law Certificate -
Institute of Law and Economics, University of Technology, Jamaica
03.2012
Certificate in Driving and Maintenance of 'C' class vehicle -
Jamaica Constabulary Force
07.2010
Certificate in Customer Service -
Jamaica Constabulary Force
07.2010
Certificate - Breathalyzer/Intoxilyzer Course -
Jamaica Constabulary Force
01.2010
Certificate in Policing -
National Police College of Jamaica
10.2008
Certificate in Hospitality Customer Service -
Tourism Product Development Company Jamaica
01.2001
Bachelor of Law - Law
University of Technology
Jamaica W.I.Skills
- Driving and the maintenance of vehicles
- Programmes Coordination
- Tour Guiding
- Public Speaking
- Adept at using all Microsoft Programmes and computing in general
- Videography and Photography
- Software Editing - Videography and Photography
- Oral Presentation skills
- PowerPoint and Excel
- Good Social Media Management Skills
Professional Development
- Microsoft Excel Course
- Photography training
- Court Presentation
- JCF and Partners – Leaders’ Summit and Trauma Forum
References
Available upon request
Websites
Accomplishments
Lasco Top Cop Award for outstanding service.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Self Employed Services
12.2022 - 12.2023
Det. Corporal/ Certified Forensic Crime Scene Inv.
Jamaica Constabulary Force
02.2008 - 12.2022
Verifier/ Photographer
Electoral Office of Jamaica
01.2007 - 01.2008
Certificate in Supervisor Management -
National Police College of Jamaica
Certificate in Forensic Computer Aided Drawing -
National Police College of Jamaica
Certified Crime Scene Investigator -
International Crime Scene Investigators Association (ICSIA)
Certificate in driving and maintenance of 'A' class vehicles -
Area Three Police Driving School
Certificate in Forensic Panorama Photography Training -
National Police College of Jamaica
Certificate in Crime Scene Investigations -
National Police College of Jamaica
Pre-Law Certificate -
Institute of Law and Economics, University of Technology, Jamaica
Certificate in Driving and Maintenance of 'C' class vehicle -
Jamaica Constabulary Force
Certificate in Customer Service -
Jamaica Constabulary Force
Certificate - Breathalyzer/Intoxilyzer Course -
Jamaica Constabulary Force
Certificate in Policing -
National Police College of Jamaica
Certificate in Hospitality Customer Service -
Tourism Product Development Company Jamaica
Bachelor of Law - Law
University of Technology