Marc Chadderdon
Nicollet
Summary
Criminal Investigator with extensive experience at Nicollet County Sheriff's Office, excelling in evidence collection and courtroom testimony. Proven track record in enhancing conviction rates through strategic investigations and effective collaboration. Skilled in forensic science and adept at maintaining composure in high-pressure situations, ensuring justice and community safety.
After 30 years in law enforcement I retired in February 2024.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Criminal Investigator
Nicollet County Sheriff's Office
Saint Peter, MN
03.1995 - 02.2024
- Executed comprehensive investigations into criminal activities, ensuring strict compliance with legal protocols and evidence collection standards.
- Executed comprehensive analysis of crime scenes to gather critical evidence using advanced forensic techniques.
- Facilitated collaboration with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and improve case resolution outcomes.
- Compiled comprehensive reports and documentation for court proceedings, ensuring accuracy and clarity in all written materials.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects to extract critical information through effective questioning techniques.
- Formulated strategic plans for ongoing investigations, prioritizing cases based on urgency and incident complexity.
- Guided junior investigators in case management best practices, enhancing departmental expertise.
- Optimized investigative methodologies to enhance efficiency in case handling and resolution timelines.
- Oversaw meticulous record-keeping of investigations to ensure accuracy and adherence to departmental policies.
- Conducted comprehensive fact-gathering from interviews with suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Presented composed and professional testimony to substantiate case evidence and establish timelines.
- Ensured compliance with constitutional standards in obtaining and executing arrest and search warrants.
- Conducted witness identification and statement collection to ensure compliance with legal standards.
- Secured crime scenes and managed access to safeguard evidence integrity.
- Optimized investigative processes by implementing time-saving strategies to enhance case resolution efficiency.
- Executed search warrants and meticulously processed crime scenes to gather crucial evidence.
- Delivered expert testimony during legal proceedings, enhancing case outcomes and supporting successful prosecutions.
- Led coordination of multi-agency task forces to disrupt organized crime networks.
- Enhanced conviction rates by delivering detailed reports and providing compelling testimony in court proceedings.
- Leveraged advanced technology tools to optimize data analysis processes for criminal investigations.
- Executed surveillance operations to collect intelligence on suspected criminal activities.
- Partnered with forensic experts to analyze complex evidence, ensuring accurate conclusions regarding criminal activity patterns.
- Cultivated community relations through active participation in public outreach events.
- Cultivated robust partnerships with federal agencies to enhance coordination on cross-border investigations.
- Oversaw caseload management with a focus on prioritizing high-risk situations to enhance public safety.
- Executed thorough investigations into employee complaints to ensure fairness and transparency.
- Compiled comprehensive findings and generated detailed reports.
- Presented expert testimony in court during legal proceedings and trials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN06.1994
Skills
- Surveillance techniques
- Courtroom testimony
- Cultural awareness
- Interview techniques
- Undercover operations
- Evidence collection
- Detailed report writing
- Evidence processing
- Interrogation skills
- Witness interviews
- Background checks
- Report preparation
- Court testimony
- GPS tracking services
- Homicide investigations
- Interrogating suspects
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Accomplishments
President and founder of MSCIC which is (Minnesota South Central Investigator Coalition ). It is made up of over hundred criminal investigators from Federal ,state and local agencies and is an established nonprofit which hosts the largest Law enforcement conference in the state of Minnesota that is put on by officers.
Timeline
Criminal Investigator
Nicollet County Sheriff's Office
03.1995 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Minnesota State University, Mankato