AMANDA HORTON
Winder, Georgia *****
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Objective
My objective is to maintain an exciting and professional career in investigations. I strive to bring desired results to my supervisors, colleagues, and associates. Success is a monumental characteristic that I embrace.
Employment History
Police Officer
1998 - 2001 Athens-Clarke County Police Department, Athens, GA
Respond to calls for service
Take police reports
Investigate crimes
Work in a team setting
Create problem-solving projects
Nominee for Officer of the Quarter
Arrested one of Athens’ notorious serial rapists
Investigate crimes of all natures
Conduct accident investigations
Collect fingerprints
Maintain chain of custody for evidence
Obtain witness/victim/suspect statements
Conduct DUI investigations
Interview victims and suspects
Conduct in depth investigative strategies
Work hand in hand with the special victims unit as a female advocate for women and children crime victims
Conduct interview of rape victims
Work with the Sexual Assault Center as a female advocate for victims of sexual abuse
Police Officer
2001 - 2007 City of Lawrenceville, Lawrenceville, GA
Respond to 911 calls
Investigate illegal activity
Prepare concise documents for court
Testify in court and maintain courtroom demeanor
Locate wanted subjects
Founder of the Quality of Life Unit
Conduct interviews and interrogations
Perform crime scene investigations
Prepare thorough reports and evidence
Work on a demanding time frame
Developed Community Oriented Policing Projects
Produced daily, weekly, and monthly goals and performance reviews
Chosen to start up two units within the police department
Conduct interviews and interrogations
Attend autopsies
Assist CID with streel level crime waves
Finance Manager
2007 – 2018 Georgia Motor Company, Winder, GA
Conduct title work for the dealership
Complete sales paperwork for the dealership
Complete total loss paperwork
Work with insurance companies on total loss
Inspect salvage vehicles
Work with State of Georgia salvage inspector for rebuilt titles
Keep all financial records with QuickBooks
Conduct skip tracing and repossessions
Maintain company books and records
Maintain company license/insurance/document compliance
Private Investigator
2008 - Present Amanda P.I., Auburn, GA
Investigate all cases
Maintain company website
Operate GPS tracking devices
Meet with clients and maintain relationships with them
Complete investigative reports
Perform surveillance, searches, and investigations
Work criminal cases for the Gwinnett County Indigent Defense
Assist attorneys in Georgia with criminal and civil cases
Perform insurance claims, fraud surveillance, workers compensation cases for numerous insurance companies
Process Serving
Create and serve subpoenas
Perform interviews and recorded statements
Conduct investigations from start to finish
Conduct Workers Compensation surveillance investigations
SIU Investigations for several insurance companies
Conduct Live and Well checks
Prepare efficient reports and video documentation of events
Experience with multi-line claims handling
Conduct accident investigations for commercial vehicles
Inspect commercial vehicles following claims and accidents
Testify in court on the findings of said investigations
Perform covert operations
Operate covert equipment, surveillance equipment, and recording devices
Manage and supervise all investigators
Train investigators
Proofread/Edit final work product prior to sending to the client
Maintain invoices, contracts, and vendor agreements
Work one on one with insurance adjusters and claim representatives
Perform investigations for defense teams and prepare files for trial
Perform investigations for prosecution and present evidence at trial
Gather any and all evidence available to assist with finding the truth
Conduct de-bugging operations for automobiles and residences
Education
1995 - 1998 University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Bachelor of Arts Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice Honor Student
Conducted a full Bachelors program in three years
1998 Northeast Georgia Police Academy, Athens, GA
Honor Graduate
Class President
Other Experience
P.O.S.T. Certifications:
Interviews and Interrogations Levels 1 & 2, Courtroom Testimony
Crime Scene Processing, Criminal Procedures, Media Relations, Accident
Investigations, Report Writing, Criminal Law, Insurance Fraud Awareness, Traffic Law,
Advanced Report Writing, Photography, Firearms, Officer Safety, Child Welfare,
Family Violence, Safety Compliance, Building Clearing, Defensive Tactics
Licensed Private Investigator State of Georgia PDE048634
Licensed Private Investigation Agency State of Georgia PDC002421
Member of the National Association of Private Investigators
IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Competitor
Certified in Boxing and Self Defense Techniques
Technology Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Frazer, Dazzle, IMovie, Quickbooks, Pinnacle, Dropbox, Zoom