Hardworking Special Agent with over 31 years of federal investigative experience. Extensive knowledge of relevant state and federal guidelines. Solid understanding of law enforcement practices. Safely and effectively uses surveillance and monitoring equipment. Self-motivated, independent investigator with numerous successful prosecutions across the United States. Certified Instructor with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center with excellent writing and oral communication skills. Wide range of different investigations with multiple U.S. agencies and the United States Attorney's Office.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Agent
Internal Revenue Service - Criminal Investigation
06.1988 - 12.2019
Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
Applied in-depth understanding of forensic science to evaluate claims.
Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
Coordinated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations.
Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
Gathered evidence and served as witness in court proceedings.
Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
Offered operational and administrative oversight to team of special agents.
Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.
Organized agents' activities to protect people and property.
Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
Prepared reports, kept investigation records, and maintained all case-related paperwork.
Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
Researched criminal cases and led investigations to determine appropriate course of proceedings.
Interviewed witnesses and suspects.
Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
Directed security activities at investigation sites.
Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
Substantiated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings.
Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
Appeared in court and testified under oath in Criminal and Civil cases.
Staff Accountant
G.R. Rush & Company, P.C., CPAs
02.1986 - 06.1988
Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
Prepared and filed tax returns to summarize transactions of calendar year and comply with laws and regulations.
Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
Helped with preparation of year-end and statutory accounts to compare past reports and evaluate financial health of company.
Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
12.1985
Skills
National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Database
Learning Strategies
Evidence Analysis
Criminal Investigation Coordination
Jury Testifying
Identity Theft Training
Law Enforcement Practices
Law Enforcement
Monitoring
Oral and Writing Communication
Surveillance Equipment Use
Evidence Recording
Reading Comprehension
Federal Statutes
Complex Problem-Solving
Intelligence Experience
Body Language Expertise
Forensics
Evidence Collection and Preservation
Arrest and Search Warrants
Suspect Booking and Interrogations
Train Employees
Writing
Incident Report Creation
Hand-to-Hand Combat
Warrant Issuing
Firearms Training
Legal Research
Fugitive Location and Apprehension
Crime Scene Investigations
Surveillance Operations
Scene Security
GPS Tracking Services
Undercover Assignments
Testifying in Cases
Microsoft Excel
Collecting Statements
Witness Interrogations and Interviews
Critical Thinking
Counterterrorism
Public Safety and Security
Strong Investigative Abilities
Preserving Crime Scenes
Financial Crimes Expertise
Subpoenas
Surveillance Technology
Speaking
Data Integrity
Judgment and Decision-Making
Emergency Situations
Investigation Strategy
Investigations
Criminal Law
Certification
Certified Public Accountant with the Tennessee Society of CPAs
Certified Instructor with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Timeline
Special Agent
Internal Revenue Service - Criminal Investigation
06.1988 - 12.2019
Staff Accountant
G.R. Rush & Company, P.C., CPAs
02.1986 - 06.1988
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
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