Scott E

Seasoned Internal Affairs and Compliance Investigator with a career built on fairness, integrity, and a genuine commitment to getting the facts right. Much of my professional life has centered on navigating complex administrative, criminal, and regulatory investigations, often involving sensitive personnel issues, ethics concerns, and policy compliance challenges. Known for staying calm under pressure, communicating clearly, and approaching each investigation with objectivity and respect.

Managing high-volume caseloads has strengthened my ability to balance confidentiality, thorough analysis, and procedural consistency — all while supporting the people and processes involved.

Experience spans both sworn and civilian investigative environments, giving me a broad perspective on oversight expectations, regulatory requirements, and organizational accountability. At every step, the goal has been the same: helping the organization operate with honesty, transparency, and trust.

Patrol Commander at Charleston County Sheriff's Office (2025-01 – Present)

• Provide executive-level oversight of operational compliance, personnel accountability, and policy adherence for a large organizational unit. Protect the agency from costly legal actions or administrative penalties.
• Supervise 88 employees, ensuring adherence to professional standards and organizational expectations.
• Conduct audits and performance reviews to identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to implement risk-reduction strategies and procedural improvements.

Internal Affairs Chief Inspector at Charleston County Sheriff's Office (2022-02 – 2025-01)

• Implemented the IAPro/BlueTeam case-management system for an 800-member agency, including full system configuration and workflow development.
• Led department-wide rollout of IAPro, training supervisors, command staff, and investigators on system use, reporting functions, and documentation standards.
• Improved case tracking, data accuracy, and investigative efficiency through customized IAPro settings and standardized workflows.
• Led a high-volume Internal Affairs function responsible for investigating employee misconduct, policy violations, and external complaints.
• Managed 100-150 internal and external investigations annually, including sworn and detention personnel matters.
• Conducted thorough, and impartial investigations in response to complex and sensitive employee related issues, complaints, and grievances, such as harassment, discrimination, retaliation, hostile work environment, and other violations of rules, regulations, policies, criminal law and procedures.
• Ensured investigations were conducted in compliance with established policies, labor agreements, and applicable laws.
• Prepared comprehensive investigative reports and presented findings to executive leadership for disciplinary and corrective action decisions.
• Served as a subject-matter expert on investigative standards, procedural fairness, and confidentiality requirements.

Internal Affairs Senior Investigator at Charleston County Sheriff's Office (2021-02 – 2022-02)

• Conducted and supervised complex administrative investigations involving sensitive personnel matters.
• Managed competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and investigative integrity.
• Coordinated with legal counsel, command staff, and external agencies during case review and resolution.

Internal Affairs Investigator at Charleston County Sheriff's Office (2016-03 – 2019-02)

• Conducted in-depth investigations involving employee misconduct, citizen complaints, and policy violations.
• Performed detailed interviews of complainants, witnesses, and subjects.
• Collected, analyzed, and documented physical, digital, and testimonial evidence.
• Prepared clear, concise, and defensible investigative reports suitable for executive review and legal proceedings.
• Conducted pre-employment background investigations to assess suitability and risk.

Lieutenant / Sergeant at Charleston County Sheriff's Office (2013-01 – 2021-12)

• Supervised personnel and ensured compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Evaluated employee performance and addressed misconduct through documented corrective actions.
• Reviewed reports and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance standards.

Collision Reconstructionist at Charleston County Sheriff's Office (2003-01 – 2013-12)

• Conducted complex investigations involving vehicle collisions, analyzing physical evidence, statements, and digital data to determine causation and identify inconsistencies.
• Prepared detailed investigative documentation and expert-level reports used for legal, administrative, and insurance-related proceedings.
• Collaborated with multiple agencies and stakeholders on multi-jurisdictional cases, ensuring consistent fact-finding and information sharing.
• Provided expert testimony explaining findings, methodologies, and evidence analysis in court and administrative hearings.

Licensed Insurance Producer at Allstate (2007-01 – 2009-12)

Licensed Independent Life Insurance Agent at Monumental Life Insurance (2005-01 – 2007-12)

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – College of Charleston (1995-01)

High School Diploma – Gordon H. Garrett High School (1991-01)