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Bayfield, Co, Us

Denver, Colorado, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States

United States

Eureka, Nevada

Graham, Wa

Ruston, Wa

Redmond, Wa

Pierce County, Washington

EXECUTIVE PROFILEAccomplished background includes key leadership roles in high-profile and complex municipal corporation operations and public transportation, complimented by entrepreneurial success in the start-up and growth of an all hazards transit police, security and emergency management department. Keen sense of problem solving, community and problem oriented policing while bridging multiple government level relationships to achieve bottom-line results. A dynamic communicator and motivator who is equally effective when interacting with the general public, the business community, elected officials, department personnel and staff. Strong character and personal integrity to deal fairly, honorably and upfront in all situations. A top producer who exercises a straightforward, collaborative leadership approach. Active participant in community, board and committee initiatives.QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS• Thirty five years law enforcement experience, while serving in a broad range of assignments.• Thirteen years leadership experience at the senior management and executive level. • Primary emergency manager/coordinator experience.• Transit System Security Program Plan Manager • Seasoned multi-tasker capable of managing numerous projects simultaneously while ensuring positive results.• Desert Storm Veteran, USMC, MOS: 0241 Military Intelligence (Top Secret Clearance) • Teaching Credential (Criminal Justice)

Greater Seattle Area

Employee Drug Testing and Training. DOT and Non-DOT, Mobile Collection Services, Third Party Administration of DOT mandated drug testing. DATIA Certified Professional Collector Trainer. Supervisor training regarding signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug influence for Reasonable Cause testing.

Grand Junction, Colorado Area

Assigned to the Special Investigations Unit. Concentrated in drug related crimes ranging from street level to sophisticated organized crime, violent drug crime and street gangs. Conducted thousands of investigations. Assisted with internal and background investigations. Team leader with Informant management, search and arrest warrants. Provided expert witness testimony in numerous cases and in several areas. Specialized in methamphetamine use, effects, distribution networks and manufacturing. • Participated with HIDTA multi-agency drug task force. Participated and led interdictions investigations.• As the Senior Detective, assumed command responsibilities in the absence of direct supervisor.• Guided the Department's "Drug Recognition Expert" program.• Propelled a countywide educational campaign on methamphetamine for law enforcement, fire departments, and prosecutors, medical and judicial professionals.• Piloted the agency firearms training program and use of force procedures. Participated in shooting review processes and evaluated incidents for policy compliance.• Selected as the Western Colorado Representative for the Colorado Prescription Drug Abuse Task Force.• Collaborated with the District Attorney's office and successfully presented the State's first successful Drug Recognition Test case.• Provided Expert Witness Testimony in areas of Firearms, Ammunition, DUI and Drug Recognition.COLLATERAL DUTIES:• DUI/DRE Instructor: • SWAT Team member/instructor: crossed trained as a sniper and entry operator.• Rangemaster:POST SME committee on firearms. Instructed for Colorado Law Enforcement Training Academy

Grand Junction, Co

Conducted preliminary investigations, made arrests, conducted patrol activities, enforced local, state and federal laws, responded to calls for service, prepared criminal cases for court, transported and processed prisoners.COLLATERAL DUTIES:• DUI/DRE Instructor: • SWAT Team member/instructor: crossed trained as a sniper and entry operator.• Rangemaster:POST SME committee on firearms. Instructed for Colorado Law Enforcement Training Academy

Vail, Co

Conducted preliminary investigations, made arrests, conducted patrol activities, enforced local, state and federal laws, responded to calls for service, prepared criminal cases for court, transported and processed prisoners. COLLATERAL DUTIES:Department Armorer/Firearms InstructorDUI InstructorRadar InstructorTACMAT - InstructorField Training Officer

Bachelor'S Degree, Criminal Justice Administration, Senior

Activities and Societies: Currently Attending - 24 hours remaining for completion

Criminal Justice

Activities and Societies: Played Football