Security and law enforcement professional with 19 years of experience in operations management, training program development, risk assessment, and crisis response. Proven leader with a record of building high-performing teams, overseeing complex security operations, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Strong background in multi-agency coordination, instructional program delivery, and resource management. Holds a B.A. in Security Management.
- Lead and supervise a team of six instructors delivering federal fisheries enforcement training.
- Oversee curriculum design, implementation, and updates to ensure alignment with regulatory changes.
- Manage all student administrative processes from enrollment through completion.
- Foster partnerships with government agencies to support protection of marine resources.
- Designed and implemented an exportable law enforcement training program, enhancing operational readiness and enforcement capabilities.
- Trained and mentored 250 law enforcement students annually in maritime enforcement operations.
- Oversaw class scheduling for 26 instructors, assigning over 3,900 instructional blocks per year.
- Developed a data-driven student ranking system that eliminated bias in performance evaluations.
- Coordinated with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center to address program needs and maintain instructional quality.
- Incorporated participant feedback to refine curriculum and delivery methods, improving engagement and overall learning outcomes.
- Oversaw all aspects of student welfare, including housing, medical needs, and training support, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment.
- Directed law enforcement operations involving vessel inspections, cargo screening, and counter-trafficking initiatives.
- Led multi-agency strike force operations involving federal, state, and local partners.
- Planned and executed large-scale security operations for high-profile events, including the Ironman World Championship.
- Supervised and mentored a team of six maritime law enforcement officers, providing guidance, performance oversight, and professional development.
- Collaborated with maritime industry stakeholders to ensure operational compliance with all applicable federal laws and regulations.
- Managed boarding teams conducting counter-trafficking and fisheries enforcement operations.
- Led interdictions resulting in the seizure of over 78,000 lbs. of illegal narcotics and apprehension of 88 suspected traffickers.
- Conducted digital evidence collection and procession to support criminal investigations and successful court prosecutions.
- Tested and provided actionable feedback on emerging maritime law enforcement and interdiction equipment and technologies.
- Coordinated duty watch schedules for over 80 cutter personnel, ensuring seamless operations and coverage for emergency response.
- Prepared comprehensive law enforcement case packages to support court prosecutions.
- Managed over $100K in weapons, ammunition, and tactical equipment.
- Oversaw weapons maintenance, inventory control, and compliance audits.
- Delivered and managed law enforcement training to ensure law enforcement readiness and compliance with policies and procedures.
- Coordinated enforcement activities with federal and local law enforcement agencies.
- Conducted vessel inspections, fisheries enforcement, and safety operations
- Managed and oversaw law enforcement training programs for all units within assigned area of responsibility.
- Conducted maritime law enforcement operations to ensure the safety and security of the Alaska Marine Highway system.
- Nationwide deployment for anti-terrorism and critical infrastructure protection missions.
- Supported anti-terrorism and detainee operations at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of a new law enforcement training program.
- SECRET Clearance
- Coast Guard PERJC Instructor
- Course/Curriculum Developer
- Command Security Officer
- Senior Enlisted Service Academy
- Department of Defense Digital Media Collector
- Boarding Officer
- Counter-trafficking Boarding Officer
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Firearms: Rifle, Pistol, & Shotgun
- Tactical Boat Crew Member
- Radiation Detection Level II
- Non-Compliant Vessel Pursuit Mission Commander
- Biometrics Operator
- Digital Evidence Search and Seizure