Investigations Division Program Manager- 1811 Criminal Investigator

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LAKISHA KIRBY

OBJECTIVE

Enthusiastic to obtain an Investigator position offering proven skills in case development, suspect questioning, and evidence handling. Competent and detail oriented criminal justice professional with track record of solving complex and varied criminal cases efficiently within given time frames. Strong analytical skills with profound ability to collaborate with other law enforcement agencies to develop and solve the assigned criminal cases as the current Criminal Investigator and liaison for my department. Ready to apply experience and a forward-thinking mindset to this investigative role.

PROFESSIONAL

ACHIEVEMENTS

CERTIFICTE OF APPRECIATION, EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE DR. STONE, JULY 2019 EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER, FIRST QUARTER 2019, DEPT OF VETERANS AFFIARS POLICE LETTER OF COMMENDATION, DEPT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS CHIEF OF POLICE, 2019 FLETA ACCREDIATED LETC CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR I PROGRAM GRADUATE, OCT 2018 FLETA ACCREDIATED LETC CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR II PROGRAM GRADUATE, DEC 2018 FLETA ACCREDIATED LETC CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR III PROGRAM GRADUATE, FEB 2019 LEADERSHIP EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT (LEAD) COURSE GRADUATE, JULY 2018 OFFICER OF THE QUARTER, DEPT OF VETERANS AFFIARS POLICE, FIRST QUARTER 2018 LETTER OF COMMENDATION FOR LEADERSHIP, US NAVY, SEPT 2016 VARIOUS MEDALS AND RIBBONS FOR SERVICE, US NAVY, SEPT 2009 TO APRIL 2018 SKILLS -Interviewing and Interrogation Training and Skills

-Expertise in investigative procedures

-Use of surveillance equipment and data compilation abilities

-Police procedure understanding with knowledge of the law

-Defensive Tactics/ Baton Techniques

-Ground Recovery Defense Training

-Firearms Qualifications (Sig 9MM, Beretta 9MM, M200 Shotgun, M4/ M16/AR15) and OC Spray Certification

-Critical Thinking and Complex Problem Solving

-Active Listening

-Social Perceptiveness

-Strong Public Speaker/ Presenter

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WORK HISTORY CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR- 1811 (CAPTAIN), VAMC MEMPHIS, MEMPHIS, TN DEC 2019- PRESENT

ASSUMED ROLE OF CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR BECOMING PROGRAM MANAGER FOR THE INVESTIGATIONS DIVISION. OBTAINED AND VERIFIED EVIDENCE BY INTERVIEWING, OBSERVING SUSPECTS AND WITNESSES, ANALYZING RECORDS RESULTING IN MORE THAN A 90% CASE RESOLUTION RATE. PREPARES AND REVIEWS REPORTS, MAKING RECOMMENDATIONS PREPARING CASES FOR PROSECUTION. EMPLOYS METHODOLOGY CONSISTENT WITH ESTABLISHED CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION TECHNIQUES. RENDERS DETAILED ACCURATE STATEMENTS REDUCING INFORMATION GATHERED INTO A CLEAR, CONCISE REPORTS. COORDINATES AND CONDUCTS JOINT INVESTIGATIONS RELATING TO ALLEGED OR SUSPECTED VIOLATIONS OF CRIMINAL LAWS WITH OTHER FEDERAL AND STATE AGENCIES. COLLECTS AND COMPILES DATA THAT INCLUDES CRIME TRENDS, PERFORMANCE METRICS, AND QUALITY ASSURANCE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. ANALYZES, EVALUATES, AND ADVISES ON LAW ENFORCEMENT DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND OPERATIONS, AS WELL AS ASSESSES THE PRODUCTIVITY, EFFECTIVENESS, AND EFFICIENCY OF THE ACTIVITIES AND OPERATION FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. EXPERT IN THREAT ASSESSMENT AS PRIMARY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE FOR EMPLOYEE THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAM AND DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR REPORTING COMMITTEE. OBTAINED AND EXECUTED ARREST WARRANTS OF MORE THAN 40 SUSPECTED PERSONS. DETERMINED SCOPE, TIMING, AND DIRECTION OF INVESTIGATIONS AS ESTABLISHED IN APPLICABLE REGULATIONS FOR TIME SENSITIVE AND SENSITIVE REPORTING INFORMATION INVESTIGATIONS. PROFICIENT IN MICROSOFT WORD AND EXCEL. ORGANIZED A DAILY APPOINTMENT LIST FOR SCHEDULING INTERVIEWS WITH VICTIMS AND SUSPECTS. CONDUCT BACKGROUND CHECKS ON SUSPECTS USING A VARIETY OF DATABASES TO INCLUDE NCIC, ROCIC, WASP, LEEP, ETC. UTILIZE EXPERT KNOWLEDGE OF STATE LAWS RELEVANT TO CASE ALLEGATIONS TO DETERMINE EVIDENCE SUFFICIENCY; INSURED EVIDENCE WAS PROPERLY COLLECTED, DOCUMENTED, HANDLED AND PROCESSED. CONDUCT COVERT SURVEILLANCE OPERATIONS TO IDENTIFY AND EXPOSE CRIMINAL ACTIVITY. PARTICIPATES IN POLICY AMENDMENTS FOR REDUCTION OF CRIME RATE BASED ON CRIMINAL RESEARCH. SERVE AS PRIMARY CASE INVESTIGATOR FOR CASES ASSIGNED BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL. DEVELOPED PRODUCTIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH INFORMANTS AND ENSURE THEIR SECURITY TO CREATE A FACILITATIVE ATMOSPHERE FOR CASE INVESTIGATION. INVESTIGATE DRUG RELATED CRIMES AND IDENTIFY CASES OF VIOLATIONS OF FEDERAL CODE STATUTES FOR EXPOSING ILLEGAL DRUG DEALING ACTIVITIES. DEVELOPED A CANINE PROGRAM FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. ACTIVELY DEVELOPING AN INTERNAL AFFAIRS AND CONFIDENTIAL INFORMANT PROGRAM, PENDING APPROVAL.

DETECTIVE (SERGEANT), VAMC MEMPHIS, MEMPHIS, TN

May 2018- Present

Assumed role of Criminal Investigator and Detective of the Investigation Division in the absence of the Captain. Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses and by analyzing records resulting in more than a 75% case resolution rate. Expert in Threat Assessment as primary service representative for Employee Threat Assessment Team and Disruptive Behavior Reporting Committee. Recorded evidence and documents using equipment such as cameras and photocopy machines. Obtained and executed arrest warrants of more than Page 3 LAKISHA KIRBY

15 suspected persons. Determined scope, timing, and direction of investigations as established in applicable regulations for time sensitive and sensitive reporting information investigations. Generated large case reports through intense documentation to be later used in a court of law. Learned to be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other related programs. Organized a daily appointment list for scheduling interviews with victims and suspects. Conduct background checks on suspects using a variety of databases to include NCIC, ROCIC, WASP, etc. Utilize expert knowledge of state laws relevant to case allegations to determine evidence sufficiency; insured evidence was properly collected, documented, handled and processed. Interview suspects and witnesses to cross check information for determining the factual happenings and gaining a greater insight into the incident. Conduct covert surveillance operations to identify and expose criminal activity. Coordinates the investigatory activities of the assigned case with law enforcement agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Local Police Departments, U.S. Marshals Office, Federal Protective Service, Border Patrol, Customs, Immigration, Drug Enforcement Agency, Office of Inspector General, the U.S. District Court System to include Magistrate Court, Court Clerks from State, County and City court systems, Homeland Security personnel, Central Office personnel, Regional Counsel etc. Participate in policy amendments for reduction of crime rate based on criminal research. Serve as primary case investigator for cases assigned by the inspector general. Developed productive relationships with informants and ensure their security to create a facilitative atmosphere for case investigation. Investigate drug related crimes and identify cases of violations of federal code statutes for exposing illegal drug dealing activities. Tactfully plan and conduct investigations, communicating and collaborating each step effectively with the assigned team to ensure privacy of the suspect and case.

POLICE OFFICER, VAMC MEMPHIS, MEMPHIS, TN

February 2017- May 2018

Responsible for the protection and monitoring of VA hospitals, outpatient clinics

(OPC) and community-based outpatient clinics (CBOC) operated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs and its subsidiaries the VHA and NCA. We deter and prevent crime, maintain order, and investigate crimes ranging from summary to felony offenses and responsible for conducting investigations and interviews. I also assist with collecting and developing information from a variety of sources. I evaluate individual's trustworthiness on a day to day basis. I also assisted in numerous criminal investigations, resulting in the successful prosecution of multiple suspects to help deter criminal activity and provide a safe workplace. I gathered facts through methods such as interviews, observation, interrogation, use of informants and examining records to establish facts and/or obtain evidence of criminal activity. As acting detective for police services, I independently conducted investigations of theft, sexual assault, and workplace negligence by gathering facts, conducting interrogations, and collecting statements and evidence resulting in a safer work environment and discovery of stolen consumables. As the Evidence Custodian, my duties are to perform administrative and manual work related to the acceptance, preservation, safeguarding and disposition of found, recovered, or evidentiary property in accordance with law and departmental policy and procedures. Act as dispatcher Page 4 LAKISHA KIRBY

when required to oversee the safety of our officers by monitoring of camera and relaying all information received to officers.

MILITARY POLICE, US NAVY, MILLINGTON, TN

September 2009- April 2018

Highly dedicated, energetic, honest, and tactical law enforcement professional with 8+ years’ experience in military law enforcement and public service capacities. Enforces policies and procedures governing service members, Department of Defense employees, and civilians. Documented success of directing and leading law enforcement goals and objectives. Methodical problem solver, well versed in resolving public complaints. Adept at handling court proceedings and public hearings. Hands-on experience in taking necessary action against culprits, gathering evidence, filing cases and generating appropriate reports. As my unit's Alternate Lead Petty Officer for the Training Department, serving as the backbone for all divisional personnel qualification programs, I ensured the training of personnel to operate and maintain their equipment and related systems. I oversaw 36 sailor training records confirming the successful military readiness of 98% of the NSF/NSA unit through essential and extensive training evolutions, using time management skills, planning presentations, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, addressing complaints and resolving problems. I provided leadership and mentorship by guiding three sailors to promote to a higher rank, resulting in the successful promotion of all three. I was appointed Vice President of the Joint Forces Five organization in Djibouti, Africa and lead over 68 sailors, soldier, airmen, and marines. I guided and directed service members in numerous projects, programs, educational awareness campaigns, and fund raisers helping to support multiple organizations on the installation. I also acted as the Project Lead for the Djiboutian Orphanage Program organizing 32 service members to help with the educational and humanitarian needs of the children of Africa. The group provided food, school supplies, and clothing to the children of Africa resulting in 4 truckloads of goods for the children of Africa. Communicates goals, safety practices, and deadlines to teams. Motivates team members and assesses performances. Lead by example and worked together to achieve successful results. Request to speak with supervisor available

EDUCATION Whitehaven High School Memphis, TN, United States GPA: 3.925 of a maximum 4.0

Major: Pre- Law/Honors Program

Honors Diploma; Top 10% Graduate

Strayer University Memphis, TN, United States

Some College Coursework Completed

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GPA: 3.33 of a maximum 4.0

Credits Earned: 115.5 Semester hours

Major: Criminal Justice Administration

University of Memphis Memphis, TN, United States

Some College Coursework Completed

Credits Earned: 60 Semester hours

Major: Criminal Justice Administration

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