Troy Funnell
KIAMA DOWNS
Summary
Experienced Investigator with accomplished law enforcement career focused on investigating complex and sensitive matters. Industrious and diligent with exceptional integrity and strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Effective at writing reports and affidavits, interviewing witnesses, and preparing cases for court. Proven investigator with a self-motivated and flexible style.
Hardworking and passionate investigator with a focus on sports integrity related matters
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective
NSW Police Force
09.2006 - Current
- Prioritised multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills
- Developed strong relationships working with sporting and racing bodies bodies such as National Rugby League, Tennis Australia, International Tennis Integrity Agency, Football Australia, International Betting Integrity Association, UK Gambling Commission, Racing NSW
- Developed working relationships with numerous wagering service providers such as Entain Group, Pointsbet, Tabcorp, Sportsbet and Bet365
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Mentored junior detectives to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Lead investigator for criminal trials involving the Office of Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP)
- Lead criminal trials in the District Court of NSW and County Court of Victoria.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough investigations, leading to the arrest and prosecution of criminals.
- Solved complex cases by utilising advanced investigative techniques and collaborating with fellow detectives.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Managed surveillance operations effectively, contributing towards timely apprehension of offenders before further crimes were committed.
- Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
- Manged complex and sensitive information.
- Work collaboratively with partner law enforcement agencies and external stakeholders as part of joint investigations
Landscape Supervisor
Pinnacle PSG
09.2002 - 07.2005
- Improved client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Ensured safety compliance by training employees on the proper use of equipment, materials handling, and job site protocols.
- Monitored ongoing landscaping projects closely to provide timely updates to clients or make necessary adjustments as needed.
- Streamlined operations with efficient scheduling, resource allocation, and task delegation among team members.
- Supervised team member performance to meet client deadlines and requirements.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Whistler Blackcomb
10.2004 - 02.2005
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
- Maintained up-to-date customer contact information, enabling effective communication regarding account status and payment inquiries.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries about their account status or billing concerns, building strong, long-lasting relationships.
- Made outbound calls to vendors and customers to discuss and resolve account needs.
Education
Associate Degree Of Police Investigations - Investigations
Charles Sturt University
Sydney, NSW09.2016
Associate Degree Of Policing Practice - Police
Charles Sturt University
Sydney, NSW09.2007
Bachelor Of Tourism - Tourism
University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT11.1999
Skills
- Interview techniques
- Team leadership skills
- Information Gathering
- Collecting evidence
- Legal knowledge
- Evidence control
- Interviewing skills
- Conducting investigations
- Witness interviewing
- Preparing for court
- Report Writing
- Incident Investigation
- Leading team operations
- Affidavits
- Collecting statements
- Surveillance techniques
- Maintaining Compliance
- Criminal Investigations
- Calm in crisis situations
- Evidence Gathering
Accomplishments
2021 - Rotary of Holroyd Awardee - Organised Crime Squad
Hobbies
Soccer
Touch Football
OzTag
Golf
Running
Travel
Certification
Working with Children Check
NSW Drivers Licence
Tier Two Surveillance Course, NSW Police
Money Laundering Workshop, NSW Police
Specialist Youth Officer, NSW Police
Timeline
Detective
NSW Police Force
09.2006 - Current
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Whistler Blackcomb
10.2004 - 02.2005
Landscape Supervisor
Pinnacle PSG
09.2002 - 07.2005
Associate Degree Of Police Investigations - Investigations
Charles Sturt University
Associate Degree Of Policing Practice - Police
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor Of Tourism - Tourism
University of Canberra
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