Steve Newton Email & Phone Number

Lake County, Illinois

Responsible for maintaining order, decorum and providing general security / safety by way of monitoring all persons and activities in assigned courtrooms. Respond to any and all security / emergency issues that arise within the court complex and adjacent public areas. Provide escorts to victims, jury members and Judges when situations warrant. Exercise arrest powers when necessary and conduct follow-up investigations. Complete necessary reporting of incidents through written and/or computer reporting system.

Led initiative to reconcile inventory discrepancies following major stock transfer and prepare documentation in order to reduce like occurrences in the future. Served as a member of the company Safety Committee, assuring compliance with OSHA and company guideline, administration of training to company employees on various safety topics and assist with the development and updating of company safety guidelines.

Supervised team of investigators conducting Medicolegal Death Investigations countywide. Responsible for establishing, reviewing, and maintaining departmental policies. Served as liaison to the Office of Finance and Administrative services by preparing yearly operating budget and obtaining the appropriate supporting documentation. Perform death investigations including scene investigations. Collect and preserve evidence per legal regulations. Interview witnesses, family members, or other present at the scene of deaths. Assist pathologist in performing autopsies. Prepare written reports covering the scope of the investigation. Provide courtroom testimony at Coroner’s Inquest hearings as well as at criminal trial proceedings. Responsible for gathering and analyzing statistical data and preparing this information in a format made available to the general public. Responsible for stocking and preparing orders for operational supplies. Assigned to the Lake County Major Crimes Task Force.

Libertyville, Illinois

Performed functions as a State Licensed Paramedic in emergent and non-emergent medical situations. Duties as Medical Officer included oversight of Paramedics and report review. Assisted in the procurement process for medical supplies and equipment. Investigated complaints against Company and/or Personnel reporting findings to the company owner.

Performed the duties of Firefighter / Paramedic for municipal fire department. Achieved rank of Engineer; Responsible for maintenance of department vehicles / equipment. Responded to emergent calls for service and provided fire suppression and/or medical services. Assisted in public education training. CPR Instructor.

Glenview, Illinois

Performed the duties of Firefighter / EMT at Federal Installation including both structural and aircraft. Responsible for maintenance of department vehicles / equipment. Responded to emergent calls for service and provided fire suppression and/or medical services. Assisted in routine building inspections at locations throughout the installation.

Criminal Justice And Fire Science

Medical-Legal Death Investigation