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Billings, Montana - Denver Field Division

Led team conducting complex investigations into the diversion of pharmaceutical controlled substances as well as illicit substances. Targeted DEA registrants conducting activities in violation of the Controlled Substance Act (CSA), Chemical Diversion Trafficking Act (CDTA), and other statutes.Managed a team of special agents, diversion investigators, task force officers, an intelligence analyst, and a financial investigator. Allocated budgets. Implemented and enforced security policies and protocols to protect people, facilities, and information. Served numerous times as Acting Resident Agent in Charge (A/RAC)) responsible for all personnel and enforcement operations across Montana. • Improved DEA compliance by planning and overseeing in-depth investigations as well as self-inspection audits to ensure compliance with policy and procedures and Standards of Conduct. • Provided personnel management and administration—including ongoing training and development.• In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, ensured continuation of drug diversion and illicit investigations, enforcement operations, and security management efforts.• Oversaw DEA’s National Drug Take Back Day in Montana, a program that enabled citizens to drop off pharmaceutical drugs which were safely destroyed.

Dallas, Texas - Dallas Field Division

Planned and executed complex, sensitive, and high-risk operations and initiatives as skilled investigator and member of the Financial Strike Force team. Provided insight and expertise to top-priority cases including rigorously controlled, U.S. Attorney General-approved investigations that resulted in arrests, convictions, and the seizure of millions of dollars in cash, drugs, weapons, aircraft, computers, vehicles, and other assets.Collaborated extensively with DEA agents and investigators, intelligence analysts, and staff members as well as federal, state, and local law enforcement to boost efficiency, improve security, and maximize investigative outcomes.• Drove regulatory compliance—in one case, investigated the violation of FDA regulations, an initiative that uncovered >$34M in assets and led to a $12.8M agreed settlement.• Contributed to a large-scale investigation regarding concealed vehicle compartments (and the people who built them) via GPS tracking devices, surveillance, and other investigative techniques. This operation yielded dozens of arrests as well as seizures of drugs, money, and assets. The success of this case paved the way for additional funding—enabling further undercover operations.• Enhanced security through Project Safe Neighborhoods, a multiagency program using Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) investigations to reduce drugs, gangs, and violence. • Assisted in creating a global cultural diversity program (as part of handpicked team). This initiative was designed to improve cultural diversity across the 9,000-employee, $1.5B enterprise. Performed research and developed early strategies for this ambitious project.• Selected by peers to serve as Trauma Team Member, a trusted go-to person for colleagues in times of crisis or distress.

Dallas, Texas - Dallas Field Division

Stepped into concurrent role as EEO Investigator. Managed and coordinated internal investigations into allegations of discrimination, harassment, inappropriate conduct, and other matters. Researched and analyzed evidence. Conducted interviews to garner information and insights from complainants, witnesses, and subjects. Prepared summaries, recommendations, and reports.• Performed comprehensive, unbiased investigations into sensitive workplace matters—supporting individuals at every level of the organization from agents and support staff through members of the Senior Executive Service.• Directed workplace investigations from start to finish—with unwavering professionalism and confidentiality at every stage.• Safeguarded the agency and its employees, while enforcing compliance with EEO laws and statutes as well as organizational policies and procedures.

Dallas, Texas - Dallas Field Division

As Demand Reduction Coordinator, led, prepared, presented, and coordinated presentations and educational programs to reduce the demand for drugs in North Texas and Oklahoma. Designed compelling, cost-effective programs to maximize a limited budget and make the greatest impact in the community.• Led training programs for more than 5,000 adults and 13,000 children and youth.• Delivered presentations and keynote speeches for schools, businesses, healthcare centers, and community prevention organizations. • Engaged a wide range of audiences, including doctors, pharmacists, attorneys, teachers, law enforcement professionals, first responders, parents, and youth.• Continually revised programs to meet ever-changing needs and target audience.

Dallas, Texas - Dallas Field Division

Initiated and conducted investigations into criminal organizations. Used a variety of investigative techniques and worked collaboratively with internal peers and external law enforcement agencies to pursue leads, accelerate cases, and apprehend suspects for regional cases.• Minimized risk through skillful investigative planning and execution, and by enforcing security protocols. • Hand-selected to serve as counselor for a DEA Basic Agent Training Class at the DEA Training Academy. Supervised and mentored DEA Basic Agent Trainees throughout a 16-week program.

Dallas, Texas - Dallas Field Division

Tapped by executive team members to identify and resolve program issues—improving the impact and effectiveness of the DEA Dallas Field Division’s Confidential Source and Fugitive programs. Steered process improvements to eliminate inefficiencies and restore policy compliance.• Directed program overhaul and reorganization by eliminated six-month backlog of paperwork and implemented best practices to improve compliance involving management and reporting. • Identified needs and rolled out solutions to improve productivity, accountability, and teamwork while building the groundwork for future growth.• Developed a tool to assist managers in training field supervisors on DEA policies and management guidelines.

Dallas, Texas - Dallas Field Division

Selected by executive management to lead training programs in the division’s Special Support Unit. Provided end-to-end program management administration, resource allocation, stakeholder relations (including reports and correspondence with senior management), reporting, and coordination with the DEA Training Academy – Office of Training.• Managed all facets of program administration, completed relevant training, and traveled extensively to fulfil the requirements of this position.• Coordinated, taught, and facilitated 1,500+ hours of instruction for new and seasoned investigators.• Sought out exceptionally qualified instructors to educate federal, state, and local law enforcement personnel.• Selected by peers to serve as Trauma Team Member, a trusted go-to person for colleagues in times of crisis and distress.• Facilitated Dr. Kevin M. Gilmartin, Ph.D. teaching a survival course entitled "Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement" for local, state, and federal law enforcement personnel and their significant others hosted by the North Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) in Irving, Texas.

Dallas, Texas - Dallas Field Division

Miami, Florida - Miami Field Division

Bachelor Of Science – Bs, Criminal Justice, Minor In Sociology

Leadership Development Program (Leadership Ladder)

Courses include Crisis Management, Facing Management Challenges, Inspirational Leadership, Developing a Successful Team, Organizational.