I was in the United States Army for a little bit more than 4 years. 3 active duty and the remainder in the reserves. I had a secret clearance and was trained in combat communications and assigned to a military intelligence battalion. My reserve time I was a trained chaplains assistant for a training brigade. I learned leadership and people management skills during my military time. I was a police officer for 27 years until retirement. I sharpened my leadership skills and people skills during this period of time. I was a member of patrol and investigation. Successfully conducted a large number of criminal investigation and prosecutions. I was the Michigan Police Officer of the Year for the 40/8, a branch of the VFW. After retirement I became a paid on call firefighter along with my oldest son. My leadership skills and team building skills were further sharpened. I was promoted to lieutenant and received further foreground management training. I was only a lieutenant for a short time when the Assistant Chiefs position became available and I was selected. With this title I was placed in charge of fire safety inspections after receiving my NFPA FIRE INSPECTOR II and PLANS EXAMINER certification. I have received all my state required training for my current rank. This position has solidified my leadership and management skills. Has an inspector I use all the people skills I have gained from my past life and job experiences.