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William Donald

Lansing,MI

Summary

Well-versed in building positive relationships with customers and other stakeholders. Strong requirements gat scope development and inventory coordination abilities. Skilled at overseeing complex, high-value technical projects with excellent planning competencies.

Overview

52
52
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Insurance and Private Investigation (Part-Time)

DAS Enterprise, LLC
08.1981 - Current
  • Assisted clients in locating missing persons through diligent research and strategic planning methods.
  • Investigated insurance fraud cases successfully, saving companies significant financial losses from false claims payouts.
  • Kept up-to-date on industry trends and advancements, maintaining a competitive edge in private investigation services.
  • Conducted undercover operations skillfully, obtaining critical information without compromising personal safety or revealing identity.
  • Performed background checks efficiently, enabling clients to make informed decisions about potential employees or business partners.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive client information and ongoing investigations, upholding ethical standards within the profession.
  • Developed strong professional relationships with clients, ensuring trust and confidence in the investigative process.

Township Trustee (Elected)

Chartered Township Of Lansing
09.2012 - 07.2015
  • Contributed to overall organizational success through active participation in staff meetings, offering ideas for improvement where needed.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring the responsible allocation of funds to various township departments and projects.
  • Served as a liaison between the township office and other government entities at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • Updated documents such as municipal codes and city charters.
  • Researched information in municipal archives upon request of public officials or private citizens.
  • Stayed up-to-date on Michigan laws and licensing requirements to complete accurate and efficient reviews.

Criminal Investigator (Grant-Funded)

Ingham County Prosecutors Office-Family Support
10.2003 - 08.2004
  • Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough child support investigations and utilizing effective interview techniques.
  • Enhanced interagency collaboration for successful case outcomes through regular communication with law enforcement partners.
  • Coordinated multi-agency task forces across jurisdictions.
  • Maintained detailed records of investigations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with child support investigations.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.

Insurance Fraud Investigator (Part-time)

DAS Enterprises, LLC
05.1982 - 05.1997
  • Prevented further financial losses by identifying patterns and trends in fraudulent activities, leading to proactive measures against potential threats.
  • Assisted legal teams in preparing case files, providing expert testimony during trials, contributing to successful prosecution outcomes.
  • Enhanced company''s loss prevention efforts through diligent monitoring of suspicious claims.
  • Reduced insurance fraud cases by conducting thorough investigations and gathering crucial evidence.
  • Conducted undercover operations to gather critical information on suspected fraudsters, successfully exposing fraudulent schemes.
  • Reviewed reports and individual transactions which appeared suspicious to uncover possible fraudulent activity.

Public Safety Officer (Retired)

Lansing School District
08.1972 - 08.2002
  • Assisted in the development of emergency response plans, taking into account potential threats and vulnerabilities within the community.
  • Prepared reports on public safety activities and initiatives, contributing to decision-making processes for resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Served as a liaison between the public safety department and neighborhood watch groups, fostering collaborative relationships that deterred criminal activity.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices in public safety operations and procedures.
  • Managed traffic flow during special events or road closures, ensuring minimal disruption to motorists while prioritizing pedestrian safety.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support over 500 criminal cases.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Northwood University, United States
05.1987

Associate of Arts - Business Management And Criminal Justice

Lansing Community College, United States
Lansing, MI
05.1978

Skills

  • Financial administration
  • Client relations
  • Performance improvements
  • Forecasting
  • Project scope
  • Conflict management
  • Vendor sourcing
  • Workflow planning
  • Records Research
  • Report Development
  • Insurance Claims
  • Fraud investigation
  • Evidence Gathering
  • Interview techniques
  • Undercover operations
  • Background Checks
  • Surveillance
  • Private investigation laws
  • Fraud investigations

Summary of Qualifications

Over 21 years as a successful investigator  with a variety of skills, including the ability to prepare investigative reports, conduct high-level background checks, and possess strong communication and customer service skills. I have the ability to conduct interviews, subpoenas, and have a strong understanding of local and federal laws.  I am a team player, but I am able to work independently and able to maintain effective working relationships between law enforcement and other community agencies

Certification

  • Private Investigator License - Current
  • State of Michigan State Police-School Liaison Officer Certification - 2002
  • Wicklander-Zulawski & Assoc. -Interview and Interrogation Techniques Certification-1990
  • Lansing Community College-PPCT Management Sytems, Inc. Certification-1989
  • Kentucky State University -Fire, Arson and Explosion Certification -1986



Affiliations

  • Member of Trinity A.M.E. Church -Lansing Michigan
  • Former Trustee-Trinity A.M.E. Church
  • Member of the Stewardship and Finance Committee-Trinity A.M.E. Church
  • Former Public Safety Officer Union and Chairman (6yrs)

Timeline

Township Trustee (Elected)

Chartered Township Of Lansing
09.2012 - 07.2015

Criminal Investigator (Grant-Funded)

Ingham County Prosecutors Office-Family Support
10.2003 - 08.2004

Insurance Fraud Investigator (Part-time)

DAS Enterprises, LLC
05.1982 - 05.1997

Insurance and Private Investigation (Part-Time)

DAS Enterprise, LLC
08.1981 - Current

Public Safety Officer (Retired)

Lansing School District
08.1972 - 08.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Northwood University, United States

Associate of Arts - Business Management And Criminal Justice

Lansing Community College, United States

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