Responsibilities include running the day to day operation of the Human Needs Pantry, an incorporated, non-profit organization that provides over 3,000 bags of groceries each month to its clientele which includes the elderly, the disabled, the unemployed and underemployed, single parents, the homeless and homebound and others. We are the largest suburban food pantry in Essex County. Unfortunately, the need is growing every day. Other responsibilities include management of the paid and volunteer staff, supervising all aspects of food provision including selection, acquisition, storage and delivery to clients. The director provides supervision of client intake and assessment of their eligibility in accordance with state and federal regulations. I also authorize all expenditures, manage the security and maintenance of the building and facilities and work closely with a 15 member Board of Directors. Other areas of responsibility include gift processing, maintaining donor records, drafting healthy, nutritious menus and representing the organization through talks, use of social media, the website and press releases.

Critical Response Group (a Rogers Group Company) is a team of dedicated, experienced and proven professionals from the US Military Special Operations and domestic public safety communities. Our team members are tenacious problem solvers and tireless advocates for leveraging best practices and cutting edge technology to protect the public and critical infrastructure.

The responsibilities of the Board of Trustees include participating in the development and periodic review of operating and capital budgets and strategic and facility planning. The Board participates in periodic evaluations of the CEO, monitors performance improvement, grants staff privileges, takes disciplinary action consistent with current bylaws and assures staff compliance with the Joint Commission requirements along with various other required compliance requirements. Additionally, the Board fosters community relations and identifies service and educational opportunities.

28 year law enforcement professional with a diverse background and broad experience. 15 years of investigative experience conducting and supervising criminal investigations of all kinds. Former SWAT Team Commander, 17 years of police supervisory experience and Chief of Police from 2002 - 2013. Responsible for management of day to day operations of 70 employees and a 5.75 million dollar budget. Featured lecturer and instructor at law enforcement and security conferences throughout the state of NJ in tactical response , contingency planning, and response to active shooter situations among others. Subject of Fox 5 News piece on law enforcement response training. Author of numerous articles on contingency planning and response, terrorism and homeland security initiatives. Also authored the current SWAT team standards governing all tactical teams within our county.

Chairman of a committee of law enforcement professionals tasked with consolidating and streamlining countywide special operations teams including SWAT, K9 and others.

Responsible for evaluating all SWAT teams in Bergen County to ensure compliance with accepted standards and AG Guildelines. Authored the current tactical team standards and response protocol governing all authorized teams.

Conduct written and oral tests and interview processes for law enforcement agencies thoughout the state of NJ from entry level to promotional processes up to and including Chief of Police.

Career Police Officer holding a variety of ranks and positions including patrol officer, Detective, Detective Sergeant, Patrol Tour Commander and Administrative Lieutenant. Conducted numerous criminal investigations, oversaw the patrol and investigative divisions and served as SWAT team commander. Responsibilities included conducting firearms and defensive tactics instruction, handing Internal Affairs investigations, disseminating public information and more.

Original founder and co-owner of first crime scene cleanup company in NJ. Provided mitigation for post-mortem scenes, crime scenes, and other biohazard sites. Worked with law enforcement agencies, insurance companies and victim families to provide a much-needed service that there were no other resources for at the time. Licensed for biohazard handling/disposal by the State of NJ.