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Led an institute of training, overseeing the readiness and welfare of 2000 employees, facilitating success through effective personnel management, facilities, and equipment oversightDeveloped and implemented strategic plans to enhance training quality, ensuring compliance with established guidelines and achieving top national accreditation for the organizationOversaw SHARP, EO, and safety programs, contributing to a positive and safe organizational environment, which resulted in high retention and recruitment ratesDeveloped and managed training programs for leadership and staff, enhancing their skills and preparedness to meet organizational objectivesDesigned efficiency improvements in administrative processes, significantly reducing operational costs and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the training programs

Directed the Human Resources office for the New Mexico National Guard, serving 2800+ soldiers and managing a diverse team of 60+ military and civilian employeesDeveloped and implemented training programs for mandatory and developmental training, ensuring continuous professional growth and compliance with program and organization standardsManaged risk reduction and resilience programs, including the Resilience Risk Reduction and Suicide Program and Military Funeral Honors, enhancing soldier support servicesOversaw financial management for programs totaling more than $3M million, ensuring effective budget utilization and financial accountabilitySupervised personnel actions, including accessions, discharges, promotions, and awards, ensuring timely and accurate processing

Served as the Director of Military Support for the New Mexico National Guard, advising on domestic emergencies and coordinating strategic plans for homeland securityDeveloped and implemented strategic initiatives, improving the effectiveness of the state’s emergency response capabilities and ensuring compliance with federal guidelinesEstablished Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), enhancing inter-agency operability, and ensuring effective emergency response operationsManaged the Joint Operations Center, training staff to maintain readiness for deployment during domestic emergencies, ensuring a rapid and coordinated responseLed cyber protection efforts in collaboration with state and federal agencies during critical events, such as elections, ensuring security and operational integrity

Developed and implemented training plans for law enforcement and combat operations, enhancing the proficiency and operational readiness of the departmentImplemented programs to promote a positive environment, focusing on equal opportunity, diversity, and morale, which improved overall unit cohesion and effectivenessManaged resources effectively, ensuring the department was well-equipped and prepared for domestic and international operations

Supervised the Counter Drug Task Force for the New Mexico National Guard, overseeing a team of 50+ personnel and managing a budget of $2.8M to support law enforcement agenciesConducted intelligence operations, providing critical analysis and reports to disrupt drug trafficking organizations, enhancing state and national securityDeveloped strategic plans for intelligence support, ensuring effective resource utilization and mission success in collaboration with local, state, and federal agenciesManaged financial and operational aspects, ensuring compliance with regulations and efficient use of resources to support counterdrug initiativesProvided comprehensive intelligence assessments to senior leadership, supporting informed decision-making and strategic planning for state security operations

Commanded the 226th Military Police Battalion, ensuring the readiness and welfare of 404 soldiers, while leading the department to excel in all metrics, including evaluations, maintenance, and trainingLed staff in critical operations, including presidential inauguration security and emergency responses, demonstrating effective crisis management and operational leadership