Samantha Smith

Child Protective Investigator

Apr 2023 - Nov 2025 • 2 yrs 7 mos

Conducted complex investigations involving allegations of child abuse, neglect, and threats to child safety for the Florida Department of Children and Families. Responsibilities included conducting investigative interviews, locating individuals, researching public records, reviewing case histories, evaluating evidence, and corroborating information from multiple sources. Gathered and analyzed information from interviews, official records, authorized investigative databases, and supporting documentation to establish facts, identify inconsistencies, and develop investigative findings. Prepared comprehensive investigative reports documenting interviews, evidence, observations, findings, and case outcomes. Maintained accurate, confidential case files while ensuring documentation complied with agency policies and legal requirements. Coordinated with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, social service providers, and other professionals to obtain information and support investigative proceedings. Provided testimony in court when required. Demonstrated strong independent research, analytical reasoning, interviewing, source verification, case management, and professional report-writing skills while managing sensitive investigations and strict deadlines.

Police Officer

Feb 2011 - May 2013 • 2 yrs 3 mos

Conducted law enforcement investigations involving criminal complaints, witness interviews, evidence collection, and investigative research. Gathered and analyzed information from interviews, official records, investigative leads, and authorized law enforcement resources to establish facts, identify subjects, and support criminal investigations. Prepared detailed incident and investigative reports, arrest warrant affidavits, search warrant affidavits, and supporting documentation for prosecutorial and judicial review. Coordinated with prosecutors, law enforcement agencies, and other investigative personnel to develop cases, verify information, and ensure accurate documentation. Maintained confidentiality, followed established investigative procedures, and ensured evidence and case records were properly documented. Developed strong skills in investigative interviewing, evidence evaluation, source verification, criminal case analysis, report writing, and independent investigative research.

Police Officer

Aug 2008 - Oct 2009 • 1 yr 2 mos

Served as a police officer with the Dallas Police Department, responding to calls for service, conducting preliminary criminal investigations, interviewing involved parties, and documenting incidents. Gathered information through interviews, observations, and review of available records to establish facts and identify potential investigative leads. Prepared accurate incident reports and supporting documentation, recording statements, observations, and evidence relevant to criminal investigations. Worked with fellow officers, supervisors, and investigative personnel to communicate findings, maintain accurate case records, and support follow-up investigations. Developed practical experience in investigative interviewing, information verification, evidence documentation, report writing, and handling sensitive information in a law enforcement environment.