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Cape Coral, Fl, Us

المحمودية, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

In my most recent role at Garda World Federal Services, I build strong bond and effective working relationship with explosives detection canine (EDC) to enhance communication, trust, and teamwork. I play key role in handling and deploying canines as well as training in detecting explosive materials. ● Identified Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and recognized various explosive materials, meeting the necessary working dog certification standards,

Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

In my previous role as Canine Handler – Guard, I demonstrated remarkable aptitude and willingness to work effectively in hostile and conflict-ridden environments, while remaining calm and composed under pressure. I gained rich experience in managing training in K9 Explosives Detection. Delivered diligent care of one Explosives Detection Working Dog (EDD), leveraging in-depth knowledge of hygiene requirements and overall physical well-being of the K9. Major Achievements: ● Hold certification in line with standards and regulations set by Department of State (DoS) as a K9 handler.● Managed operations of explosives detection working dog while ensuring full compliance with certification criteria

Kabul, Kabul Province, Afghanistan

In this role, I enhanced proficiency overseeing EDC to accurately detect and alert on presence of explosive materials using various search techniques and commands.Key Accomplishments:• Met certification requirements for EDDs, maintaining a flawless track record.• Showcased correct identification of IEDs and other explosive materials as required for working dog certification.

Kuwait

In this tenure, I primarily responded to various complaints concerning criminal activity and provides screening for personnel/vehicles entering and exiting controlled areas. I promoted to positions of greater scope and responsibility, from a Force Protection Officer to a Radio Telephone & Intrusion Detection System Operator in July 2017 to the present position in February 2018. Key Accomplishments:• Provided expert support for the appropriate military law enforcement authorities in any crime scene ensuring that appropriate information is obtained from witnesses, and detains suspects as required.• Completed required reports in a detailed manner, including those for incidents, Patrol Activity Reports, and others as required.• Conducted comprehensive patrols of installations according to published regulations including standard operating procedures and the Manual for Courts Martial, and related force protection guidelines.• Received calls for service, established priorities, and ensured the dispatch of appropriates parties/resources including emergency medical instructions as the Radio Telephone Operator effectively.• Monitored all alarm systems and provided immediate response in any cases of activation.• Accountable for operation of all detection system equipment with the requirement to maintain all records and reports as necessary

Fort Wainwright, Alaska

While delivering services as Patrol Officer/Dispatcher/Field Training Officer, I was responsible for enforcing safety regulations, law enforcement at gates, properly identifying personnel and motor traffic, performing patrol duties, and prepared and maintained proper records.Key Accomplishments:• Detained and arranged for search and interrogation of suspects. Ensured that any evidence was preserved and marked for use in any investigation/prosecution.• Assisted in special operations involving searches to seize any contraband, weapons, drugs, and stolen property.• Administered field sobriety tests and used radar equipment to enforce speed laws and traffic safety.• Acted as a mentor and trained any new Military Police and Civilian Police Officers.

Master Of Science - Ms, Homeland Security And Emergency Management

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Homeland Security/Emergency Management