Appointed Commissioner of the Civil Service Commission that serves the City and community under authority of RCW 41.12. Position facilitates public meetings, drafts and adopts civil service rules, and reviews the selection process and appointment of city-employed law enforcement officers and supervisors.

Managed, recruited, and scaled the Law Enforcement Investigations Team that handles a high volume of incidents nationwide. Responsible for handling critical incidents, sensitive cases, and monitoring news/social media alerts. Maintained consistent on-call 24/7 Investigator coverage. Focused leadership on individual career paths through group-led and 1:1 meetings, with emphasis on training and employee wellness. Drafted core competencies, and conducted salary analysis for structured pay scales and promotion pathways for executive team approval. Supervised and led investigations for all major crimes by use of social media, OSINT, and backend analysis methods. Conducted in-depth analysis of crime trends and emerging issues within specific market areas. Partnered daily with cross-functional teams of engineers, analysts, and managers to develop new tools, policy, investigative methods, and process improvements for Trust & Safety operations. • Established national retail partnerships to combat organized retail crime. These collaborative ORC investigations resulted in high-dollar losses that were successfully prosecuted on the state and federal level.• Traveled across the country as a training facilitator. Provided online and platform-specific training and outreach to law enforcement officers, detectives, crime analysts, and retail investigators.• Invited as a guest speaker and trainer for the annual Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) Conference followed by the CALORCA (CA), GRAORCA (GA), and WSORCA (WA) conferences in 2017.

Investigated an assigned caseload for major crimes (homicide, robbery, child exploitation) by use of social media, OSINT, and backend analysis methods. Partnered daily with cross-functional teams of engineers, analysts, and managers to develop new tools, policy, investigative methods, and process improvements for Trust & Safety operations.In rotation, performed role as the on-call 24/7 on duty Investigator for exigent law enforcement inquiries and cases.Conducted training for new-hire Investigators, and law enforcement.

Responsible for the management and support of loss prevention, investigations, safety, and compliance operations for an assigned Store and Market area locations as directed. Designated SME to conduct inventories and audits throughout WA, OR, and UT.Recruited and supervised high performing Asset Protection teams with multi-store responsibility, and piloted unique company programs to address identified shrink and security issues. • Assigned at a high shrink store to manage and execute shrink operations that resulted in a significant inventory reduction loss from -$2.26 million, to -$580,000 in one inventory year, and 50.6% reduction in scanned out stolen, with a 65% increase in shoplift apprehensions and recoveries (2012).• Worked directly with Home Office and Store Planning on new store openings and remodels to implement merchandise protection measures and CCTV layout design.• Mentored several Asset Protection Associates, providing guidance and development that resulted in promotion opportunities within both Asset Protection and Operations. • Acted as management sponsor for safety awareness programs, incentives, and recognition. Partnered closely with the Management Team on safety issues, compliance/regulatory requirements, and training.

Primary duties focused on the detection, surveillance, and apprehension of suspected shoplifters through the use of plain clothes/undercover technique and the use of CCTV. Conducted follow-up investigations of check, payroll, AML, and wire-transfer fraud, along with workers comp and customer accident claims. Initiated and assigned as the primary Investigator for several high-dollar retail and financial crimes. These investigations resulted in the successful prosecution of multiple suspects, and recovery of assets. This position also focused on leading safety initiatives through participation of training and recognition activities. This included routine auditing to monitor the execution of company required safety and compliance tasks.

Show Producer for “The Zone” on KPUG 1170 responsible for daily show operations, website management, marketing, and promotions. Booked and scheduled talent and guests for on-air interviews and events. Worked collaboratively with show hosts, clients, and account executives.On-air news and sports anchor for KAFE, KBAI, KGMI, KISM, and KPUG. Produced special programming, and provided voice-over talent for commercial spots and PSA’s.

Line Producer for Sony BMI music videos and coordinator for Details magazine, Scott Company, and CISCO. Art Director, Producer, and Police Technical Advisor for feature films, shorts, and commercials. Provided services to the Washington State Film & Video Office under an arts grant.

Provisional patrol officer commissioned to enforce the laws and municipal ordinances for the City of Blaine and State of Washington. Conducted patrol, investigated crimes and made arrests.Assignment to the Whatcom InterAgency Narcotics Task Force (WIN Team) to perform follow-up investigation, conduct surveillance, and collect evidence upon search warrant.Promoted to Reserve Unit Commander to support operations and the Reserve Coordinator. Responsible for on-board training of probationary reserve and provisional officers. Training instructor and administrator for the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) sponsored reserve academy class held for Whatcom County law enforcement agencies.

Duties included taking in-progress 911 calls, crisis communications, and radio dispatching police, fire, and medical personnel and resources. Certified Trainer for probationary employees, and facilitated tactical communications for high-risk SWAT operations, and critical incidents.

Provided security and customer service for museum visitors, staff, and VIP’s. Supervised the communications center and scheduled post assignments. Operated CCTV, and monitored alarm systems for exhibits.

Volunteer and resident station Firefighter (EMT-B) providing emergency response to all fire, EMS, and mutual aid emergencies within the District’s area of responsibility.

Transfer under the Federal Student Employment Program, providing administrative and investigative support for Special Agents and the Resident Agent in Charge.

Position held under the Federal Student Employment Program, providing administrative and operations duties for the Area Port Director.