Robert Sargent, Tech 1

by Robert Sargent
(Mesa Az)

ROBERT SARGENT

808 Alamo Circle ,Mesa Arizona 85213

480) 274-0701 robertsargent@hotmail.com

AZ Private Investigators License # 1578883

Career Objective

To obtain a professional position within a progressive company where I can continue to utilize my managerial and leadership experience within that industry.

Summary of Qualifications

US Army combat veteran who is currently a State licensed Private Investigator that has a solid background in several areas.


Work History

Jan 2007 to April 2009
Copper State Investigations- Arizona


Sr. Fraud Investigator / Operations Manager
State Licensed Private Investigator who researches suspected vehicle fraud and other crimes involving clients’ accounts. Takes appropriate preventative action to deter losses, provides corrective feedback to the client departments and analyzes suspicious account activities and other indicators to detect crimes.

Gathers evidence, descriptions of suspects, and provides feedback to branches regarding their handling of the incident. Works with clients to arrange payments and/or adjusters to get the property or assets redeemed. I provide domestic surveillance techniques for clients in order to maximize property recovery.

I prepare regularly scheduled reports for various levels of management. I attend external fraud meetings to gain knowledge from peers. Currently conducts all domestic covert and overt surveillance cases for the company.

Well versed in both written and verbal statement gathering techniques. Well versed in Audio / Video evidentiary gathering techniques. Manages the operations of a ½ million dollar vehicle skip tracing company. I Implemented, directed and coordinated skip trace policies, procedures and operations.

Managed receivables portfolio and safeguarded the Company's interests without unnecessarily damaging customer goodwill. I successfully negotiated contracts with various companies for skip trace work. Established meaningful measurements of skip tracing that provided insight into operational efficiency and productivity, which formed the basis for continuous improvement. Scheduled and organized work assignment.

Prioritized and delegated job tasks to ensure timely completion. Ensured work was performed accurately and efficiently per the client’s guidelines. I supervised, trained, and motivated 15 employees who reported directly to me.


Oct 2005 to Jan 2007

Trident International- -Arizona Firearms Instructor

Ensured the day-to-day operations of the Trident Internationals firearms Range and a safe training environment; Provides firearms training for Police Officers, Sheriff’s Deputies, Fire Marshals, law enforcement recruits and citizen groups to ensure the effective and safe use of weapons;

Overseen and managed the day-to-day operation of the firearms range in a manner that supported a safe and efficient training environment;

Provided instruction in the practical and tactical use of firearms;

Developed lesson plans, evaluated various training programs and maintained accurate records for all training provided to students;

Provided instruction in the use of special weapons and shotguns;

Conducted specialty firearms training using a variety of resources including audiovisual equipment and computerized simulators;

Inspected and repairs most all department firearms and related equipment by performing complex mechanical functions;

Sets up, repairs and performs preventative maintenance on all firearms range equipment and target systems;

Observed and documented trainee deficiencies and offered guidance and remedial instruction to improve shooting skills;

Maintained range inventory by ordering supplies on a timely basis and as needed;

Provided recommendations for the purchase of training aids to support or improve the firearm training program;

Conducted and assessed proposals/staff studies relating to firearms, ammunition, equipment and related training issues;

Prepared reports and investigated any unsafe action at the firearms range facility; Attended training seminars as needed or as required.


Feb 17, 2005 – Jul 29, 2005

SBIG – Washington
EODT- Tennessee
Assistant Security Manager (IRAQ)

* Implemented site access procedures

* Designed and executed the installations weapons qualification course for the Local National Guard force.

* Trained the local guard force on various weapons.

* Ensured local hire guard force where properly training in all facets for site security.

* Monitored internal and external vulnerability points and took measures to improve their security.

* Conducted investigations.

* Assisted in managing payroll disbursement, UXO Cache site security Team Leader.

* Recruited, interviewed and selected qualified security staff

* Trained, motivated and developed an EXPAT security team (10 men) to reach their fullest potential and to maximize their knowledge of site security operations.

* Ensured that all procedures, policies, exposure standards where thoroughly understood by the EXPAT security team

* Clearly communicated site and company objectives so staff will be well informed


Jun 25, 2004 - Dec 30, 2004

Cochise Consultancy - Florida Personal Security Detail team member (IRAQ)

Contracted to provide security to the client as armed escort to and from UXO cache sites, personal security while they are on the site, perimeter security while on site, provide armed escort to and from places in an armed convoy status.

I also have a working knowledge in the following, Crisis Management, Security Training Programs, Dignitary Protection Programs, Security and Vulnerability Assessments, Consultancy, Administrative and Support Services.


Feb 01, 2003 - Jun 06, 2004

SOC- SMG - Nevada
Personal Security Detail Team member( IRAQ )

Provided international force protection, consulting, security service, armed protection, threat management, convoy management, motorcade route planning, and situational investigation.

As a team member I provided the client with comprehensive solutions to a wide array of problems. UXO Cache site security. I am proficiently trained in cantonment area security, building sweeps, SAFE room identification, asset protection, Weapons marksmanship, Weapons placement and employment, CQB (Close quarters battle) techniques.


Apr 01, 2002 - Sep 01, 2002
DynCorp International - Texas Force Protection Officer (QATAR)

Provided force protection operations for an overseas Military facility. Follow established Standard Operating Procedures inside and outside all buildings and Towers and all other areas of the property by foot and by vehicle.

Examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure they are secure. Ensure that all required checks are made in accordance with time schedules. Assist in securing government classified documents, property, and equipment. Respond to a variety of security/facility alarms.


Aug 20,1990 - Jan 28, 2002
US Army – Washington State
US Army- INFANTRY

The infantry is the main land combat force and backbone of the Army. It's equally important in peacetime and in combat. The Infantryman's role is to be ready to defend our country in peacetime and to capture, destroy and repel enemy ground forces during combat.

Duties performed by this MOS include: Assists in the performance of reconnaissance operations. Employs, fires, and recovers anti-personnel and anti-tank mines. Locates and neutralizes mines.

Operates, mounts/dismounts, zeros, and engages targets using night vision sight. Operates and maintains communications equipment and operates in a radio net.

Operates in a NBC contaminated area. Constructs field expedient firing aids for infantry weapons. Performs as a member of a fire team during a movement to contact, reconnaissance, and security, an attack, defense, situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle drills.

Processes prisoners of war and captured documents. Leads an infantry team in combat operations, providing tactical and technical guidance to subordinates and professional support to both superiors and subordinates in the accomplishment of their duties. Leads, supervises, and trains subordinate personnel.

Calls for and adjusts indirect fire. Evaluates terrain and selects weapon emplacement. Controls organic fires. Installs and recovers anti-handing devices on anti-tank mines and electrical and non-electrical demolition charges.

Supervises construction of hasty fortifications and receipt, storage, and issue of ammunition.

Records operational information on maps. Receives and implements combat orders, directs deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive, and retro grade operations. Requests, observes, and adjusts direct supporting fire. Evaluates terrain and supervises the emplacement of sighting and firing all assigned weapons.

Uses maps and map overlays, performs intersection and resection, and determines elevation and grid azimuths. Leads a fire team during a movement to contact, reconnaissance and security, an attack, defense, situational training exercises, and all infantry dismounted battle drills.


Additional Skills

-TEEX UXO Tech 1 course- 2005

-Hazwoper Course 40hrs- May 2009