Derrica Wilson

Riverdale, MD ***** +1-571-***-**** ad07cn@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE SUMMARY

Dedicated and methodical Investigator & Public Safety Professional with 15+ years’ experience in law enforcement, risk management, regulatory compliance, and process improvement. Excel at background and criminal investigations, critical thinking, corporate development, and project management.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Public Safety & Security Decision-making Process Optimization Background Investigation Risk Assessment/Management Written & Verbal Communication Skills Policy Development Operations Management Training and Development Performance Management Budget Management Team Building & Leadership Compliance Monitoring Criminal Investigation Local, State, & Federal Law Enforcement PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CONTRACT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR

Information Discovery Services, College Park, MD

Sep 2022 – Present

Perform background investigations for federal customers by reviewing case documents, conducting subject interviews, and monitoring legal compliance to ensure accurate & comprehensive reports CHIEF, COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT

Office of Lottery and Gaming, Washington, DC

Apr 2010 – May 2022

• Managed day-to-day operations for the division and overseeing the physical security contract for the DC Lottery

• Provide strategic direction over investigations of alleged thefts, embezzlement, mishandling, and misconduct

• Led the operations of the government-regulated sports betting licensing, training, and compliance procedures

• Implemented policies and procedures to detect fraud, theft, and irregularities

• Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on cases involving fraud and theft

• Conducted and provided supervision for background investigations of both employees and contractors

• Managed the division's budget and formulated an annual Emergency Preparedness Plan for approval

• Developed and executed annual strategic initiatives, including the procurement of goods and services within the division

• Performed oversight of physical security and access controls FOUNDER AND CONSULTANT

RLD Limited Group, Riverdale, MD

Jan 2020 – Present

• Provide consulting and training services in diverse areas, including background and criminal investigations, human trafficking, crime prevention, conflict management, policy implementation, and compliance CO-FOUNDER

Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAMFI), Hyattsville, MD May 2008 – Present

• Serve as an advocate for BAMFI by appearing in national media, managing foundation budgets, and overseeing awareness campaigns, becoming first non-profit to receive CrimeCon Crime Fighter of the Year award POLICE OFFICER

City of Falls Church Police Department, Falls Church, VA Mar 2002 – Mar 2010

• Enforcing laws

• Ensuring the safety and security of the public by responding to emergencies, providing assistance to victims, and reducing or preventing involvement in crime

• Building relationships with the community while helping to contribute to the health and safety of vulnerable populations

• Conducting investigations by interviewing suspects, witnesses, and collecting evidence at crime scenes

• Participating in and testifying at court hearings when required

• Processing incident reports with accurate detail and factual information

• Served as recruiter, testing administrator, and background investigator DEPUTY SHERIFF I

Arlington County Sheriff’s Office, Arlington, VA

Mar 2000 – Mar 2002

• Supervised and monitored the daily activities of inmates to include security within assigned housing units, inmate visitation, booking and processing, courtroom security, food service, recreation, and general work assignments.

• Served as a recruiter and testing administrator. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND TRAININGS

• Certified Human Trafficking Investigator, McAfee Institute, Aug 2022

• National Security and Public Trust Pre-Employment Background Investigations, Information Discovery, Sept 2022

• Public Safety Background Investigation Course, Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, Mar 2004

• Law Enforcement Officer Certification, Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, 2001

• Law Enforcement Certification, Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy, Dec 2000

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