LABRITT HOWARD
NASHVILLE,TN
Summary
Experienced Criminal Investigator with a decade of proven expertise in collaborative case analysis, adept at identifying connections between cases and uncovering trends within complex data sets. Highly proficient in conducting polygraph examinations and skilled in research, analysis, and strategic planning within law enforcement contexts. Demonstrates exceptional leadership qualities, specializing in resolving challenging and time-sensitive projects efficiently. Results-oriented professional with a diverse background in law enforcement, dedicated to achieving investigative goals effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIAL AGENT, POLYGRAPH EXAMINER, CID UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
03.2019 - Current
- Coordinated and executed hundreds of suspect interviews and polygraph examinations with local, state, and federal agencies in felony cases across the State of Tennessee
- Conducted over 200 polygraph examinations
- Serves as the primary Polygraph Examiner for Middle TN and assists in East and West Tennessee until hiring gaps are filled.
SPECIAL AGENT, TRAINING UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Oversaw nine academies throughout TBI year-round, coordinated training schedules, conducted training events, investigated criminal cases, conducted polygraph examinations, both criminal and pre-employment, assisted in HR hiring board for new agent hires, conducted criminal and employment interviews, built partnerships with vendors where equipment is purchased, processed inventory (equipment and gear needed for agents and lab personnel to perform their job duties), attended and participated in career fairs for veterans and college students, oversaw internship program for TBI, assisted team members, responsible for submitting all classes taught by TBI personnel-to be post certified to the Law Enforcement Post Commission
- Develop and train employees who are seeking help in developing and maintaining a healthy and physically fit lifestyle to balance with their work performance.
TRAINING SPECIALIST, TRAINING UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Responsible for overseeing different agency academies, taught classes to Dept
- Of Child Protective Service workers, Dept of Adult Protective Services and TBI's Special Agents Academy students
- Created reading material for students, processed inventory, coordinated training schedules for all academies, ordered equipment and gear for over 300 agents across the State of TN
- Conducted background investigation on potential new hires, processed reports, filed paperwork, oversaw internship program, conducted interviews, made rolling 10-week schedules for an average of 30 interns per Summer, Spring and Fall schedules.
CLERK 1, TRAINING UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
04.2015 - 01.2016
- Responsible for answering calls, assisting students who come to TBI for in-person training, make copies, schedule trainings, book hotel reservations of guest speakers and agents out in the field
- Coordinate schedules of management, input and file training documents for over 500 employees, order office supplies, oversee catering events, build relationships with vendors and local law enforcement agencies.
Education
LICENSED BASIC & ADV. EMT - BASIC & ADVANCED EMT COURSE
VOL STATE
NASHVILLE, TN06.2024
CERTIFICATE - TBI DIRECTOR'S ACADEMY
TN Bureau of Investigation
Nashville08.2019
CERITIFIED POLYGRAPH EXAMINER - POLYGRAPH EXAMINER COURSE
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF POLYGRAPH
Stockbridge, GA03.2019
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR SPECIAL AGENT - TBI SPECIAL AGENT ACADEMY
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
Nashville, TN08.2018
LAW ENFORCEMENT FITNESS COORDINATOR - Law Enforcement Fitness Coordinator
FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER
Brunswick, GA02.2018
POLICE OFFICER - TN LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING ACADEMY
Tennessee Law Enforcment Training Academy
Nashville, TN05.2015
BACHELORS - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA06.2014
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Forward/Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Networking
- Improving Efficiency
- Decision Making
- Leadership
- Conflict Management
- Strategic Planning
- Effective Listening
Certification
- Licensed Basic & Adv. EMT, State of TN
- Licensed Polygraph Examiner, State of TN
- TBI Director's Academy
- SSGT Defensive Tactics Instructor
- FLETC Law Enforcement Fitness Coordinator Instructor
Timeline
SPECIAL AGENT, POLYGRAPH EXAMINER, CID UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
03.2019 - Current
SPECIAL AGENT, TRAINING UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
08.2017 - 03.2019
TRAINING SPECIALIST, TRAINING UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
01.2016 - 08.2017
CLERK 1, TRAINING UNIT, TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TN BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
04.2015 - 01.2016
LICENSED BASIC & ADV. EMT - BASIC & ADVANCED EMT COURSE
VOL STATE
CERTIFICATE - TBI DIRECTOR'S ACADEMY
TN Bureau of Investigation
CERITIFIED POLYGRAPH EXAMINER - POLYGRAPH EXAMINER COURSE
AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF POLYGRAPH
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR SPECIAL AGENT - TBI SPECIAL AGENT ACADEMY
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
LAW ENFORCEMENT FITNESS COORDINATOR - Law Enforcement Fitness Coordinator
FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTER
POLICE OFFICER - TN LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING ACADEMY
Tennessee Law Enforcment Training Academy
BACHELORS - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Kaplan University
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