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Sarah Sanchez
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Committed investigator with a strong background in conducting comprehensive investigations and collaborating with law enforcement agencies. Known for excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and a commitment to justice. Ready to utilize strengths for change in career with a focus on financial crime prevention.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
02.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Handled administrative and leadership tasks overseeing a group of deputies
- Mentored and guided deputies throughout their day to day operations
Detective
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 02.2024
- Conducted interviews of complainants, witnesses, victims, and interrogations of suspects to develop comprehensive cases for criminal prosecution
- Investigated complaints brought by members of the community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Collaborated with local agencies to include other law enforcement agencies and the State Attorney's Office to enhance information sharing on ongoing investigations and criminal prosecution
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants
- Developed and executed investigative strategies, leading teams in solving complex cases effectively
- Prepared detailed reports and case presentations for prosecution, ensuring clarity and accuracy of evidence presented
- Conducted routine case management
- Mentored junior detectives, providing guidance on investigative techniques and case management best practices
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies
Deputy Sheriff
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Responded to complaints from community members
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order within jurisdiction.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
Deputy Recruit
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Attended Suncoast Technical College Police Academy as a sponsored Deputy Recruit
Victim Advocate
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to victims of crime
- Collaborated with law enforcement to ensure victim's rights are upheld throughout the judicial process
- Facilitated access to resources, including counseling and legal assistance for victims
- Coordinated outreach efforts to raise awareness about victimization and available resources
- Enhanced communication between law enforcement, prosecutors, and victims by acting as a liaison to ensure information was accurately conveyed
- Trained new staff and volunteers on advocacy protocols and resource navigation
- Provided crisis intervention during emergencies involving clients or local community members who were experiencing trauma related to crime exposure or victimization incidents
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Social Work
Warner University
Lake Wales05-2014
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Crisis management
- Computer skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
- Crisis Response and Management 2015
- The Forensic Experimental Trauma Interview: What Advocates Need to Know 2016
- Sexual Assault: Victim's Rights and Services 2018
- Introduction to Interview and Interrogations 2019
- Criminal Investigations for New Detectives 2019
- Hostage Negotiation Training Day Participation 2021
- Interviews and Interrogations 2021
- Child Sex Crimes Investigations 2021
- Elder Abuse Investigations 2021
- Ways to Corroborate Information Obtained During a Forensic Interview Certificate 2023
- Manipulation Grooming in Child Abuse Investigations Certificate 2023
- Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Investigations Certificate 2023
- Group Response Tactics for Critical Incidents and In Progress Crimes 2024
- Women In Command Certificate 2024
- Advanced Leadership: Taking Care of Cops and Your Community 2025
- Leadership Academy 2025
Interests
Timeline
Sergeant
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
02.2024 - Current
Detective
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 02.2024
Deputy Sheriff
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
01.2018 - 08.2020
Deputy Recruit
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
07.2017 - 12.2017
Victim Advocate
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
09.2015 - 07.2017
Master of Arts - Social Work
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Social Work
Warner University
Life Saving Award September 2026
Received a Life Saving Award presented in September 2026 for my response to a male subject choking in a restaurant. The subject became unresponsive and not breathing, when I performed CPR and ultimately dislodged food from the subject's throat.