Lisa Edwards
Email: abqrqc@r.postjobfree.com
Address: *** ******** **
City: Hampton
State: VA
Zip: 23666
Country: USA
Phone: 757-***-****
Skill Level: Experienced
Salary Range: $35,000
Willing to Relocate
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Administrative Specialist
Knowledgeable, dependable, and consistently successful administrative professional who delivers strong and sustainable gains in performance and productivity. Proven ability to maintain large volumes of information and generate highly accurate reports with utmost efficiency and confidentiality. Expert multi-tasker with valued strengths in database management, staff training, and public relations. Exceptional communicator, advisor, and member of project teams recognized for outstanding attention to detail.
Data Entry Analysis * Documentation * Project Management * Team Leadership * Workflow Planning
Report Generation * Inventory Control * Filing/Recordkeeping * Equipment Management
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Access, Photo Editor, Office Manager, Messenger), Apple OS Snow Leopard Lion, iWorks (Pages, Keynote), Adobe Photoshop, Deltek
Career Highlights
Efficiently opened 4 fully operational forensic labs in Iraq and Afghanistan, orchestrating complete setup of equipment and necessary documentation; additionally closed 2 mobile labs in Iraq.
Created and facilitated training program for 10 new print examiners; also provided instruction for numerous local nationals and service members on recovering evidence and prints.
Contributed to successful prosecution of 200+ cases with City of Chesapeake Police Department, earning City of Chesapeake Star Performer award; appointed to train more than 100 police officers and investigators in forensic operations.
Compiled 100+ Ident-A-Kid kits for Chesapeake-area parents and selected as guest speaker for numerous police and crime stoppers meetings.
Professional Experience
Peace of Mind, Hampton, VA 2011 to Present
Owner
Established and operate small business offering home/pet sitting and elderly care services. Create and update detailed records per client, carefully tracking information such as dietary and medical needs. Develop marketing and advertising strategies and negotiate contracts.
BAE Systems, inc., Dahlgren, VA 2007 to 2011
Forensic Scientist II
Served as one of two Latent Print Examiners for Joint Expeditionary Forensics Facility (JEFF), providing evidence analysis and photography for 5 US Marine unit regiments. Additionally supported forensics operations in Joint Prosecution and Exploitation Center (JPEC) and Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) latent print labs in Iraq and Afghanistan. Assisted with selecting and acquiring new lab equipment and supplies, drafting budget proposals, and devising safety protocols.
city of chesapeake police department, FORENSICS UNIT, Chesapeake, VA 1997 to 2007
Fingerprint Examiner
Reviewed and compared prints to determine matches with case suspects. Maintained data in computerized system and prepared reports for Commonwealth Attorney. Testified in court regarding evidence, prints, and other case-related details.
Crime Scene Investigator
Identified, collected, and preserved physical evidence from crime scenes. Measured and presented data in charts, graphs, and/or exhibits for court, testifying as needed. Generated 100% accurate investigative reports.
Additional Experience: Veterans Affairs Representative, Thomas Nelson Community College, Hampton, VA
Education Training
AAS in Police Science, Thomas Nelson Community College, Hampton, VA
Cum Laude
Recent Professional Development: Certified Latent Print Examiner Pre-examination Test (2011), Essential Ridgeology Course (2011), DCJS Certified General Instructor Course, CPD Academy (2007)
Professional Credentials
Notary Public, State of Virginia
CPR/AED Certified
Secret Security Clearance (Inactive)
Memberships: International Association of Identification, Chesapeake Bay Division International Association of Identification
Military Service
US Navy, E-4, Diesel Engineman
4 Years Service; Honorably Discharged