Possess a combined 17 years of successful investigative, management, and leadership experience with a reputation for providing and managing critical operational assets. A "bright and articulate leader" recognized for "commitment to excellence and mission accomplishment." A proven and VERIFIABLE record for: Management - During large-scale natural disasters, effectively coordinated operational, logistical, and sustainment support as well as liaison services between state and federal governmental agencies. Awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Distinguished Service in War (Operation Enduring Freedom). Training and Leadership Development - As head of an organization of 147 personnel, implemented major training changes resulting in a full emergency response certification of the organization. This led to a direct increase in the emergency response readiness level for the State of Colorado. Controlling Inventory and Managing Material - Maintained 100% accountability of over $6 million of equipment. Took a failing maintenance division and improved to a successful ranking in less than six months. Developing and Implementing Highly Successful Strategic Plans - Established a purchasing program directed at effectively utilizing a budget of over $30,000 annually. Ensured all allocated funds were 100% expended appropriately on time.
Skill Highlights
Project management
Leadership/communication skills
Policy/program development
Cross-functional team management
Staff training
Supervision and training
Sound judgment
Calm under pressure
Complex problem solving
CPR Certified
Project management
SecretStrong attention to detail
Administrative management
Conflict resolution
Effective time manager
Secret level security clearance
Technical writing
Community relations
Extensive knowledge of training methods
Core Accomplishments
Awarded the Bronze Star Medal in 2011 for Meritorious Service in Afghanistan
Steered daily operations in support of $6 million in equipment and supplies domestically.
Lead the FEMA region VIII National Guard Response Force of 120 soldiers during domestic emergencies in in Colorado in 2012 and 2013.
Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration and work time that provided future US Army Officers with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
Developed a safety audit program and supervised the development of an internet based safety concern reporting program for a state organization of 5700 employees.
Lead an internal audit of procedural, cultural and logistical practices within the Colorado Department of Youth corrections which resulted in numerous policy, staffing and equipment changes throughout the organization.
Professional Experience
05/2014 to 2015
Safety and Emergency Management Program DirectorColorado Department Of Human Services – City, STATE,
Currently Responsible for the emergency planning and coordination for the second largest State agency in Colorado.
Developed and implementation of a department-wide safety program.
Updated he department's emergency operations plans, emergency action plans and continuity of operation plans.
Enlisted 2004-2006/ Officer 2006-PresentColorado Army National Guard – City, STATE,
CAPTAIN - Continuing a 10-year career with the Army National Guard
Currently certified as a Platoon Trainer responsible for instructing, leading, managing and evaluating future US Army Officers.
Currently responsible for planning, resourcing developing and executing both practical and lecture-style training for candidates.
Additionally responsible for the human resource needs of both officer candidates and peer Army officers to include payroll and personal records management.
Previously:
Responsible for the certification process for the FEMA Region VIII National Guard Response Force.
Commanded the same Force to two historic Colorado Wildfire Responses.
An active participant in Operation Enduring Freedom as well as the High Park Fire and the Black Forest Fire domestic responses.
A successful record for managing a complex organization, supervising over 140 people through dozens of line management personnel, and responsible for millions of dollars of military property.
Management: Commanded the Colorado Army National Guard's HHC 193rd Military Police Company consisting of 25 vehicles, an engineer squad, two military police platoons, a maintenance squad, and three logistical and administrative support platoons.
Managed the deployment and control of these assets to domestic emergencies.
Played a critical role n the successful response to the High Park and Black Forest Fire responses of 2012 and 2013 respectively.
Supervised daily operations for the largest detention facility in Afghanistan resulting in the safe handling of over 1300 detained personnel.
Oversaw investigation of allegations of improper conduct by US personnel and detainees.
Responsible for controlling the use and accountability of assigned military assets including small arms, heavy weapons, vehicles, and secret level communication systems.
02/2007 to 05/2014
Agent/ DetectiveLakewood Police Department – City, STATE,
DETECTIVE - Experience within the department consists of five years patrol experience and two years with the Crimes Against Children Team.
Contributed additional time to the Lakewood Police Department as a CSI, firearms instructor, armorer and member of the LPD Honor Guard.
Frequently recognized for assisting LPD members within and outside of the Crimes Against Children Team.
Participated in Honor Guard activities thereby acting as an ambassador to the public during City events.
Received recognition from the Chief of Police for a research project submitted outlining the process for implementation of the rank of corporal within the LPD command structure.
Completed a Master's Capstone exploring the potential regionalization of municipal and county emergency management departments.
Commended for recognizing potential legal issues based on new legislative changes to the Colorado Criminal Code.
Additional time spent outside the department to improve workplace leadership and organizational abilities by completing 200 hours of leadership training.
Education
Expected in 2014
Certified Armorer for Smith and Wesson M&P handguns: CACP Supervisory Institute - Highlands Ranch, Colorado GPA:
Expected in 2014
Certified M&P Handgun Armorer
Smith and Wesson M&P Armorer Certification: Smith and Wesson Armorer Course - Westminster, Colorado GPA:
Master's Degree: Public Administration University of Colorado Denver - Denver, Colorado GPA:
Expected in 2013
Certification in the doctrinal application, communication and implementation of US Army tactical operations, 2014
U.S. Army Platoon Trainer Qualification Course: Tactics Certification Course/ Pre Tactics Qualification Certification - Phoenix, Arizona GPA:
Expected in 2013
SGITC/ ABIC Certifications: Army Teaching Certification Army Basic Instructor Course/ Small Group Instructor Training Course - Fort Carson, Colorado GPA:
Expected in 2011
: Detective Basic Skills Academy - , Colorado GPA:
Expected in 2008
: Lakewood Police Academy - Lakewood, Colorado GPA:
Expected in 2008
Effective Case Management, Testimony, and Advanced Criminal Investigation, 2011
Military Police Basic Officer Leader Course, Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri
Advanced Leadership, Management, and Military Police Tactics, 2008
Lakewood Police CSI Certification Course: Army Leadership Basic Officer Leader Course Military Police - Fort Leonard Wood, MO GPA:
Expected in 2006
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE: Political Science Colorado State University - Fort Collins, Colorado GPA:
Political Science
Expected in
Certification to instruct law enforcement personnel in weapon safety, marksmanship and tactical application, 2014
U.S. Army Tactics Certification Course: - Phoenix, Arizona GPA:
Expected in
Advanced adult learning, group learning facilitation, group dynamic management, 2013
U.S. Army Basic Instructor Course: - Fort Carson Denver, Colorado GPA: Basic classroom instruction, practical exercise application and development, lesson plan development, 2013
Leadership in Police Organizations, Denver, Colorado
Advanced Police Leadership, Motivational Techniques, Communications and Counseling, 2013
Specialized Interviewing Skills for Children of Latency Age
Expected in
Law, Officer Safety, and Police Procedures, 2007
U.S. Army Basic Training, Ft. Jackson, South Carolina
Small Group Tactics, Leadership, and Basic Survival Training, 2004: - , GPA:
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School Attended
CACP Supervisory Institute
Smith and Wesson Armorer Course
POST Firearms Instructor Course
University of Colorado Denver
Tactics Certification Course/ Pre Tactics Qualification Certification
Army Basic Instructor Course/ Small Group Instructor Training Course
Detective Basic Skills Academy
Lakewood Police Academy
Basic Officer Leader Course Military Police
Colorado State University
Job Titles Held:
Safety and Emergency Management Program Director
Enlisted 2004-2006/ Officer 2006-Present
Agent/ Detective
Degrees
Certified Armorer for Smith and Wesson M&P handguns
Certified M&P Handgun Armorer
Smith and Wesson M&P Armorer Certification
Certification in the doctrinal application, communication and implementation of US Army tactical operations, 2014
U.S. Army Platoon Trainer Qualification Course
SGITC/ ABIC Certifications
Effective Case Management, Testimony, and Advanced Criminal Investigation, 2011
Military Police Basic Officer Leader Course, Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri
Advanced Leadership, Management, and Military Police Tactics, 2008
Lakewood Police CSI Certification Course
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
Certification to instruct law enforcement personnel in weapon safety, marksmanship and tactical application, 2014
U.S. Army Tactics Certification Course
Advanced adult learning, group learning facilitation, group dynamic management, 2013
U.S. Army Basic Instructor Course
Law, Officer Safety, and Police Procedures, 2007
U.S. Army Basic Training, Ft. Jackson, South Carolina
Small Group Tactics, Leadership, and Basic Survival Training, 2004
