Use of Force Instructor (Firearms Training Simulator)

• Jan 2019 - Present

Chief Security Officer

• Jun 2013 - Present

Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the company’s security and safety strategy and programs. Provide oversight and direction to staff in identifying, developing, implementing and maintaining processes across the organization to reduce risks and limit exposure to liability in all areas. Direct the establishment and implementation of policies and procedures related to physical security, loss prevention, and investigations. Ensure professional training, competencies and required skill sets are available and maintained. Maintains safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, and provides both preventive and demand maintenance as required on alarm and surveillance systems. Responsible for all aspects of personnel safety, including coordinating emergency responses, safety training, and educating staff on best practices. Protect personnel and property by ensuring that a safe and orderly workplace is maintained. Responsible for the development and implementation of physical security, cyber security, and related procedures and processes. Increase program effectiveness by evaluating security services and developing new services, if needed. Responsible for monitoring employee and visitor access and maintaining access control. Respond to and provide assistance to fire, medical, safety and general assistance emergency situations, as defined in the emergency plans. Perform administrative, operational, special detail, and safety related duties as assigned. Conduct risk assessments to include safety and security inspections of all USMI facilities. Ensure the operation of equipment (biometric systems, intrusion devices, alarms and CCTV cameras) by testing and completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs; determining the need for additional security services evaluating new equipment and techniques and making appropriate recommendations. Show less

Chief, Force Review Branch (retired)

• Jul 2009 - May 2013

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Chief, Force Review BranchFalls Church, VirginiaJuly 2009 to May 2013Responded to all shooting incidents involving special agents and explosives enforcement officers during enforcement-related activity. Served as a member of the Shooting Incident Response Team. Planned, led, and participated in shooting reviews. Ensured the integrity of the review including all reports and documentation relating to the incident. Interfaced with all levels of ATF management, the Department of Justice, and other jurisdictions and law enforcement investigators. Participated in interviews of the involved shooter and witnesses. Prepared detailed reports and presented findings to the Shooting Incident Review Board. Conducted review of unintentional discharges of Bureau owned weapons. Reviewed other use of force incidents involving intermediate weapons, TASERs, expandable batons, kinetic energy projectiles, bite injuries by ATF canines, or physical force greater than minor restraint or serious bodily injury. Show less

Supervisory Special Agent/Resident Agent in Charge

• Sep 1999 - Jun 2009

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and ExplosivesResident Agent in Charge, Firearms GroupTrenton Field Office, Field Office, Trenton, NJ (September 1999 to May 2006)Philadelphia Field Office, Philadelphia, PAGroup Supervisor, High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), Arson and Explosives (May 2006 to July 2009)Supervised special agents in the Philadelphia Arson and Explosives Group, High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Group, deputized police officers, fire investigators, and support staff in developing, implementing and directing strategy in prevention/ detection/ investigation of substantive and conspiracy-type crimes involving firearms, arson, and explosives. Obtained physical evidence, cultivated confidential sources of information, coordinated undercover purchases, served Federal arrest and search warrants, presented criminal cases to the United States Attorney’s Office and Federal court for prosecution. Show less

Special Agent/Distinguished Firearms Expert - Bureau Chief Firearms Instructor and Program Manager

• Jan 1994 - Sep 1999

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives ATF Headquarters, Washington, DCFirearms Training Program Manager Office of Training and Professional Development January 1994 to September 1999Responsible for overseeing the Bureau-wide firearms training program for all ATF special agents nation-wide. Trained over 1000 special agents annually during quarterly firearms qualifications, tactics, and Special Response Team training. Served as the Chief Firearms Instructor and supervised 24 certified Firearms Instructor Coordinators. Developed firearm qualification courses, bureau policy, directives, and managed a $500,000 training budget. On a revolving basis served as a firearms instructor detailed to the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). Instrumental in obtaining first firearms training system (FATS) simulator and introduced reality-based firearms training scenarios using frangible ammunition, and Simunitions. Facilitated a SIG Sauer firearms armorer’s training course and FATS certification. Analyzed training needs, made recommendations based on latest trends in weapon systems, instructional methods and training techniques. Oversaw testing and evaluation of firearms and ammunition. Created operational training plans and developed strategic budget to support training objectives. Designed training courses and course materials, lesson plans, and practical exercises. Conducted research and analysis to maintain subject matter expertise and relevancy of trends in tactical fire-arms training, weapon systems, and ammunition. Show less

Special Agent/Certified Explosives Specialist

• Jun 1987 - Jan 1994

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and ExplosivesNashville Field OfficeNashville, TennesseeSpecial Agent, Street Gang Coordinator June 1987 to January 1994Conducted criminal investigations of violent drug and street gangs and convicted felons.Prevented federal offenses involving the unlawful use, manufacture, and possession of firearms and explosives as well as acts of arson and bombings. Performed multiple complex investigations in conjunction with task forces made up of State and local law enforcement officers. Directed and supported operations targeting violent and career felony offenders. Served as Nashville Field Division Firearms Instructor Coordinator and Certified Explosives Specialist. Certified as a firearms expert in Federal court by the Middle Judicial District of Tennessee. Show less

Protective Operations

• May 1983 - Jun 1987

Provided executive protection for President Ronald Reagan and Vice President George H.W. Bush and their immediate families, the White House Complex, the Vice President’s residence, and foreign diplomatic embassies in the Washington, DC area. Supported Presidential and Vice Presidential details when traveling domestically. Conducted security advances, threat assessments, and monitored security check points. Supported Presidential and Vice presidential campaigns, and provided protection to major candidates during election years. Show less

Correctional Officer

• 1980 - 1983

Provided security for all persons within the institution by enforcing safety and security policies, procedures, with supervision of the inmate population. Provided a safe, orderly and secure environment; maintained sanitary and healthy conditions. Supervised inmate movements to and from program area and enforced clearly defined institutional rules and procedures; supervised inmate visits, and monitored telephone calls made by inmates. Served as a counselor to detainees who were assigned to the Work Release Program. Show less