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Tara Winter

Owasso,OK

Summary

I am an extremely dedicated peace officer with the State of Oklahoma, with over eleven years of experience in law enforcement. I have been successful in managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment. I have strong crime investigation, evidence preservation, and witness interview skills. I am enthusiastic and able to work in both a team-based and independent capacity. I bring a strong work ethic, and excellent organizational skills to any setting. I am a skilled narcotics investigator with a strong background in law enforcement, drug interdiction, and undercover operations. Proven ability to conduct thorough investigations, gather evidence and collaborate effectively with local, state and federal agencies. My strengths include exceptional judgment, critical thinking skills, and an understanding of legal processes related to drug offenses and child crimes. I am looking to apply these skills and experience to this new agent position and expand my knowledge base and grow as an investigator.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Task Force Agent

Homeland Security Investigations
Tulsa, Oklahoma
11.2024 - Current

Narcotics Investigator

Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics
Tulsa, Oklahoma
03.2021 - Current
  • Interviewed witnesses, suspects, confidential informants, and experts to gather critical information and corroborate evidence.
  • Conducted undercover operations to infiltrate drug trafficking organizations.
  • Analyzed information and data collected from cellular phone downloads, and phone toll data.
  • I participated in multiple T-III wire intercept cases. I have monitored and relayed real-time information to surveillance investigators in the field, coordinating personnel so that transcribed information could be verified. I have also participated in surveillance in an effort to validate, confirm, and identify information received.
  • Developed relationships with prosecutors in the Northern and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma.
  • Assisted in joints investigations with other federal agencies, such as, but not limited to, Homeland Security Investigations, DEA, ATF, and FBI.
  • Coordinated and worked with multiple agencies in a multi-jurisdictional operation that I was the lead investigator on.

Accounts Payable Clerk

City of Poteau
Poteau, OK
02.2019 - 03.2021
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including invoice purchase orders and handled billing for vendors for the city.
  • Utilized INCODE Program to compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Full Time Peace Officer

City of Poteau
Poteau, OK
09.2014 - 02.2019
  • Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
  • Assisted PD with search, apprehension and obtaining illegal substances with use of K9.
  • Investigated criminal and traffic offenses.
  • Assisted local and federal agencies in criminal investigations.
  • Investigated calls and complaints involving fire, theft, accident and hazard reports.
  • Responded to calls for service related to felonies, misdemeanors, domestic abuse, and animal rescue.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials about scenes observed, evidence collected, and previous incidents.

Forensic Interviewer

Leflore Co Child Advocacy Center
Poteau, OK
10.2013 - 10.2015
  • Completed comprehensive face-to-face interviews with children to assist agencies conducting investigations of alleged child physical and sexual abuse.
  • Reported results of investigators with video observations to assist in the investigation.

Police Dept Dispatcher

City of Poteau
Poteau, OK
10.2010 - 09.2014
  • Accurately and efficiently responded to emergency calls via the dispatch 911 center.
  • Operated law enforcement communication equipment and the NCIC database to facilitate information to the department.
  • Researched vehicular registration, driving records, and warrant information to support officers with traffic stops.
  • Dispatched police, fire, and EMS units to respond to emergent situations with established procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
07.2020

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Carl Albert State College
Poteau, OK
05.2014

Intermediate Level Certification of Peace Officer -

State of OK-Council of Law Enforcement Training
Ada, Oklahoma
09.2018

Skills

  • Illegal narcotic laws enforcement
  • Firearms qualification
  • Law enforcement driving training
  • Complex conspiracy investigations
  • Authoring affidavits and warrants
  • Undercover operations
  • Sex crimes and human trafficking training
  • Court room testimony and case preparation

Certification

  • CLEET Certification
  • Holds Special Law Enforcement Commission with the Bureau of Indian Affairs
  • Commissioned with the Chickasaw Nation Lighthorse Police Department, the Choctaw Nation Tribal Police, and the Cherokee Nation Marshal Service.
  • The Reid Technique. Investigative interviewing and advanced interrogation.

Timeline

Task Force Agent

Homeland Security Investigations
11.2024 - Current

Narcotics Investigator

Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics
03.2021 - Current

Accounts Payable Clerk

City of Poteau
02.2019 - 03.2021

Full Time Peace Officer

City of Poteau
09.2014 - 02.2019

Forensic Interviewer

Leflore Co Child Advocacy Center
10.2013 - 10.2015

Police Dept Dispatcher

City of Poteau
10.2010 - 09.2014

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Northeastern State University

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Carl Albert State College

Intermediate Level Certification of Peace Officer -

State of OK-Council of Law Enforcement Training
Tara Winter
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