Steffi K. Nicholas
St. Thomas,VI
Summary
Law enforcement professional with 4+ years of experience in policing and forensic investigation. Currently serving as a Police Detective in the Forensic Unit. Adept at evidence analysis, criminal case preparation, and interagency coordination. Seeking to apply my expertise with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Detective - Forensic Unit
Virgin Islands Police Department
01.2021 - Current
- Conduct forensic investigations and manage crime scene evidence. Collaborate with labs and prosecutors, testify in court, and compile reports
Police Officer
Virgin Islands Police Department
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Patrolled areas, responded to incidents, issued citations, and made arrests
Police Performance Auditor
Virgin Islands Police Department
St. Thomas, VI
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Monitored and evaluated law enforcement operations to ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and performance standards. Conducted audits, analyzed data, and prepared detailed reports to identify trends, improve accountability, and enhance operational efficiency within the department.
Summer Intern
Office of the Governor
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Supported government event logistics, data reconciliation, and public communications
Security Officer Intern
University of the Virgin Islands
12.2014 - 02.2015
- Patrolled premises, monitored access points, and enforced campus security protocols
Probation Officer Intern
Ron de Lugo Federal Building
St. Thomas, VI
10.2014 - 11.2014
- Managed document filing, communication handling, and maintenance of confidential records.
Education
M.S. - Forensic Psychology
Walden University
08.2020
B.A. - Criminal Justice
University of the Virgin Islands
05.2018
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Georgia Military College
06.2013
Skills
- Criminal investigations & forensics
- Report writing and court documentation
- Interagency collaboration
- Law enforcement protocol
- Highly reliable & detail-oriented
Certification
- Glock Certified Armorer, Glock Inc. — Completed: May 30, 2024 | Valid Through: May 30, 2027
- Department of Justice (ATF) IBIS Acquisition and Triage — Completed: June 10, 2021
- DOJ ATF Ballistics Identification System Virtual Training
Timeline
Police Detective - Forensic Unit
Virgin Islands Police Department
01.2021 - Current
Police Officer
Virgin Islands Police Department
01.2020 - 12.2021
Police Performance Auditor
Virgin Islands Police Department
03.2018 - 01.2020
Summer Intern
Office of the Governor
07.2016 - 08.2016
Security Officer Intern
University of the Virgin Islands
12.2014 - 02.2015
Probation Officer Intern
Ron de Lugo Federal Building
10.2014 - 11.2014
M.S. - Forensic Psychology
Walden University
B.A. - Criminal Justice
University of the Virgin Islands
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Georgia Military College