Tabatha Rutland
Bradenton,FL
Summary
As forensic professional, brings wealth of experience in handling and processing evidence with precision and integrity. Known for strong team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in evidence collection, cataloging, and maintaining rigorous standards of accuracy.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Assistant
Nolan Funeral Home 5
06.2022 - Current
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
- Arranged transportation between sites for remains, mourners, pallbearers and members of clergy.
- Arranged funeral/memorial services for grieving families to meet budget and memorialized instructions.
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Prepared paperwork efficiently for legal requirements such as death certificates, burial permits, insurance claims, and veteran benefits.
TASC NY Unified Court
T, S, EAC Family Court
08.2021 - Current
- Supervise visitation in custody cases
- Report weekly updates on each participant to the judge
- Facilitate transportation for safe visits for the child.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Executive Assistant
William Jay Valone
01.2010 - Current
- Performed various administrative tasks, such as typing documents and answering telephone calls
- Maintained case history records and prepared reports.
- Aggregated, managed and reported firm's liquidity risk.
- Opened, sorted and distributed incoming correspondence, including faxes and email
- Provided necessary information for action to Board of
- Trustees
- Organized and maintained files and databases in confidential manner
- Handled sensitive information requiring high degree of discretion and confidentiality
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Sheriffs Deputy
Beaufort Sheriffs Department
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents and offenses, gathering evidence for prosecution.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance community policing initiatives.
- Supervised patrol operations, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing clear and accurate information to support case outcomes.
Lab Accessioner
Glen Cove Hospital Northwell
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Processed laboratory specimens efficiently to ensure timely testing and accurate results.
- Maintained detailed records of specimen accessioning in compliance with hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with medical staff to verify patient information and specimen integrity.
- Trained new team members on accessioning procedures and quality control standards.
- Monitored inventory levels of lab supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Ensured proper disposal of biohazardous materials, promoting a safe working environment within the laboratory setting.
Intern, Medical Examiner
Suffolk County, Office
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Enhanced the reputation of the Medical Examiner''s Office by consistently providing accurate, timely, and professional services to all stakeholders.
- Streamlined case management for increased efficiency and timely reporting of results.
- Served as a liaison between the Medical Examiner''s Office and other government agencies for effective data sharing.
- Optimized autopsy workflow by implementing digital imaging technology for enhanced visual documentation and record-keeping purposes.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to maintain accreditation standards within the Medical Examiner''s Office.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, providing critical input during homicide investigations.
- Took notes on body injuries and other possible causes of deaths and completed detailed reports.
- Analyzed bodily injuries and evidence to determine causes and manners of death for deceased of all ages and backgrounds.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Teacher
Morning Star School Orlando
08.1999 - 11.2002
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and student participation.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods to ensure academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into teaching methods.
TABATHA RUTLAND GOED, Juvenile Probation Officer
Vision Quest
02.1998 - 06.2002
- Recognized hazardous situations and implemented corrective measures
- Supervised individuals with specialized needs and monitor compliance with conditions
- Patrolled assigned areas and reported any problems.
- Remained objective and wrote comprehensive reports.
- Developed continuous monitoring of compliance metrics and indicators
- Escorted offenders in transit and during temporary leaves.
- Enforced all institutional policies, rules, procedures and regulations
- Reported violations of supervision for appropriate action.
- Handled confidential information in discretionary and responsible manner
- Interacted with law enforcement, community professionals and parents
- Investigated and compiled accurate incident reports.
- Observed and documented individual and group behaviors on daily basis
- Took necessary action and alerted proper authorities in emergency situations
- Provided court with verbal and written testimony and recommendations
- Anticipated hostile behavior of juveniles and resolved conflicts.
- Advocated for alternatives to detention when appropriate, emphasizing the importance of community-based interventions over punitive measures.
- Established positive rapport with juveniles under supervision, fostering trust and open communication while maintaining professional boundaries.
Education
Coursework Interned Central Islip CourtInterned Crime LabExtracurricular Activities Perverted Justice Profile Writer - undefined
Suffolk Community College
Brentwood, NYA.S - Paralegal Studies
06-2020
Ph.D. - Applied Sciences
University of Miami
North Miami, FL01.2026
Master of Science - Forensic Medicine Candidate
University Of Florida/ College Of Medicine
Florida01.2024
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science Candidate, Criminal Justice
American Academy McAllister Institute
02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Science
Farmingdale State College
New York, NY01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.1996
Skills
Documentation and reporting
Public speaking
Critical thinking
Courtroom etiquette
Research
Child advocacy
Legal research
Document filing
Legal compliance
Body preparation
Mortuary operations
MS word, excel, and outlook
Embalming techniques
Accomplishments
- Probation Officers training
Certification
Professional Crisis Management- Train the trainer
Family Law Mediation candidate ( April class)
Timeline
Sheriffs Deputy
Beaufort Sheriffs Department
02.2025 - 12.2025
Resident Assistant
Nolan Funeral Home 5
06.2022 - Current
TASC NY Unified Court
T, S, EAC Family Court
08.2021 - Current
Lab Accessioner
Glen Cove Hospital Northwell
02.2018 - 03.2021
Intern, Medical Examiner
Suffolk County, Office
01.2018 - 05.2018
Executive Assistant
William Jay Valone
01.2010 - Current
Teacher
Morning Star School Orlando
08.1999 - 11.2002
TABATHA RUTLAND GOED, Juvenile Probation Officer
Vision Quest
02.1998 - 06.2002
Coursework Interned Central Islip CourtInterned Crime LabExtracurricular Activities Perverted Justice Profile Writer - undefined
Suffolk Community College
A.S - Paralegal Studies
Ph.D. - Applied Sciences
University of Miami
Master of Science - Forensic Medicine Candidate
University Of Florida/ College Of Medicine
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science Candidate, Criminal Justice
American Academy McAllister Institute
Bachelor of Science - Science
Farmingdale State College
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Central Florida