Law Enforcement Professional

High School graduate from Jefferson Davis High School in 1977

Graduate of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy

06/2019 – 04/2020              Garda Federal Services

                                                Operations Officer, Special Mission Wing, Kabul, Afghanisgan (06/2019 – 08/2019)

• Operations Officer for a command and control facility to serve as the focal point for base security and defense.
• Planned, directed, integrated, coordinated, and controlled all base defense efforts, and coordinated with the rear area operations center/rear tactical operations center.
• Able to deploy a quick reaction force from various units to engage security events that arise.

                                                Shift Supervisor, GA-KAF (08/2019 – Present)

Kandahar Airfield, Kandahar Afghanistan

• Directly supervised 31 personnel from various European Nations
• Tasked with ensuring that proper security is provided to all contractors assigned to my area of operations.
• Trains all personnel assigned to shift in ECP SOP’s and immediate actions in the event of an attack

11/2018 – 06/2019              Operations Manager, Allied Universal

Charleston, SC Branch

• As the Operations Manager, I met regularly with clients to address problems, provide status updates, communicate needs, and ensure satisfaction: I was responsible for ensuring that payroll was entered with 100% accuracy. I also supervised the day to day operations on multiple sites to ensure that the client’s needs were met and all operational procedures were followed consistently.

• Hire, train, and evaluate security personnel.
• The recruitment and hiring of new employees.
• Initiate disciplinary actions and terminations as required.
• Prepare weekly work schedules for full-time and part-time Security Guards, including posting of schedules.
• Provide security staffing for other special functions as may be required.
• Enforce and make recommendations regarding building security plans and schedules.
• Account for all Security Guards hours, including sick/vacation, etc; review payroll for submission to accounting.
• Approve time off for Security Guards and submit request to the Branch Manager for final approval.
• Maintain records and files as required for all full-time and part-time security personnel.
• Implement security measures improvements as required
• Review all daily Security Guard reports, incident reports and log entries; take necessary action; make follow-up reports to the Branch Manager.
• Maintain all necessary forms as required by the State Law Enforcement Division.
• Make recommendations to upper management on staffing needs, budgeting data, and purchase recommendations.
• Establish building security plans and schedules for special events.
• Assist and advise on duty Security Guards around the clock.
• Investigate all Security Guard injuries and prepare necessary reports.
• Participate in day-to-day and special facility functions including service on various committees, task forces, and programs.

09/2017 – 09/2018              Training mentor – Amman Jordan

Dyncorp International, McLean, Virginia

• Assigned to the Jordanian International Training Center in order to support the Jordanian instructors in order to:
  • Ensure all training courses are properly planned, delivered, and monitored in order to ensure that U.S. sponsored curriculum is delivered correctly
  • To support a comprehensive evaluation program in order to improve the overall quality and effectiveness of the training delivered
  • To provide guidance to trainers in order to meet standards set forth by the U.S. State Department
  • Develop and/or refine detailed course curriculum in order to enhance the level of training to the Palestinian Authority Security Forces.
  • Developed course curriculum in accordance with State Department standards

These areas of instructions includes, but not limited to VIP movements, motorcade operations, active shooter, and close quarters combat

06/2017 – 09/2017              Alarm system installer

Sonitrol of South Carolina

Installation of commercial and residential fire and burglary alarm systems.

09/2013 – 05/2017              International Police Officer – Jeremie, Haiti

Dyncorp International – McLean, Virginia

Initially assigned as an United Nations Police Officer working with the local authorities in law enforcement. Subsequently assigned as the Deputy Commander and then Chief of Department for the Grande Anse Region directly supervising 160+ International Police Observers (IPO’s) on day to day operations. Directly accountable for international drivers in remote and austere environments.

• Served as physical security in company with the local authorities in and around United Nations storage facilities.
• 3 1/2 years in active oversight of large value and highly secured United Nations environments with responsibility for employee safety and security, multiple and geographically diverse locations.
• Over 3 years experience as a mentor, trainer, and adviser to senior Haitian Police officials in community policing, criminal investigations, internal affairs, human trafficking, narcotic trafficking, and field training programs
• Armed position
• Awarded letter of commendation for actions taken during and after Hurricane Matthew
• 100% accountability of all United nations assets assigned to the region
• Effectively managed over 600 personnel during the hurricane Mathew relief efforts
• Over 600 humanitarian convoys with no loss of resources
• Directly responsible for the planning and execution of security plans for VIP’s including several foreign ambassadors
• Over 2 years experience as Air Liaison Officer in Jeremie Haiti for United Nations rotory aircraft. Job required providing weather observations, conflicting aircraft, and runway conditions directly to pilot via radio.

02/2013 – 09/2013              Sergeant

Saint George Police Department – Saint George, South Carolina

Assigned as the Uniformed Patrol Supervisor directly supervising 6 Police Officers

• Traffic Safety Officer
• Supervised day to day operations of the uniformed patrol division.
• Field Training Officer training entry level law enforcement personnel in all areas of Law Enforcement
• Departmental training officer in Firearms, Impaired Driving Enforcement, Active Shooter, and Field Training Officer
• 100% conviction rate of all criminal and traffic offenses
• Investigated and documented traffic collisions
• Conducted initial and follow-up investigations in the entire spectrum of criminal offenses including preparation of all associated reports which held up to legal scrutiny
• Reviewed all reports submitted by subordinates to ensure completeness
• Adjunct and regional instructor for the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy

06/2011 – 12/2012              International Police Observer – Afghanistan

Dyncorp International – McLean, Virginia

Assigned to the east Jalalabad region as an adviser to the Afghanistan National Police in the areas of Logistics, Training, Operations, and Personnel

• Personally trained over 100 Afghan Police Officers in the area of crime scene response and management
• Armed position
• Both trained and actively participated in armored convoys, both as a lead and following driver.

07/2006 – 06/2011              Corporal

Hanahan Police Department – Hanahan, South Carolina

Assigned to the uniformed patrol division as an assistant road supervisor. Also served as assistant training officer in the areas of Firearms, Taser, Active Shooter, and Impaired Driving Enforcement and Field Training Officer.

• While assigned to the traffic safety unit, was named South Carolina Officer of the Year for DUI enforcement for apprehending 72 suspects thus increasing the department’s arrests by 600%
• Personally responsible for training the department in the area of Active Shooter
• Traffic Safety Officer enforcing all South Carolina traffic laws, investigated and documented traffic collisions, and reconstructed collisions
• Departmental Assistant training officer in Firearms, Impaired Driving Enforcement, Active Shooter, and Field Training Officer
• Conducted initial and follow-up investigations in the entire spectrum of criminal offenses including preparation of all associated reports which held up to legal scrutiny
• Reviewed all reports submitted by subordinates to ensure completeness
• Adjunct and regional instructor for the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy

09/2002 – 07/2006              Detective Sergeant

Bamberg Police Department – Bamberg, South Carolina

Assigned as the department investigator responsible for all follow-up investigation for crimes including violent crimes, white collar crimes, and theft.

• Field Training Officer training entry level law enforcement personnel in all areas of Law Enforcement
• Successfully investigated and prosecuted crimes ranging from Simple Assault to Homicide
• Started the first training program for the City of Bamberg
• Traffic Safety Officer investigating and documenting traffic collision and enforcing all South Carolina traffic laws.
• Conducted initial and follow-up investigations in the entire spectrum of criminal offenses including preparation of all associated reports which held up to legal scrutiny
• Reviewed all reports submitted by subordinates to ensure completeness
• Adjunct and regional instructor for the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy

12/2000 – 09/2002              Sergeant

Cottageville Police Department – Cottageville, South Carolina

Assigned to uniform patrol. Responsible for responding to calls for service, documenting all incidents, and reporting directly to the Chief of Police

• Collateral duty as the Victim’s Advocate
• Conducted initial and follow-up investigations in the entire spectrum of criminal offenses including preparation of all associated reports which held up to legal scrutiny
• Reviewed all reports submitted by subordinates to ensure completeness

08/1996 – 12/2000              Patrolman First Class

North Charleston Police Department – North Charleston, South Carolina

• Field Training Officer training entry level law enforcement personnel in all areas of Law Enforcement
• Named Officer of the month for the apprehension of 3 suspects thus clearing over 70 unsolved cases
• Conducted initial and follow-up investigations in the entire spectrum of criminal offenses including preparation of all associated reports which held up to legal scrutiny

07/1995 – 08/1996              Patrolman First Class

Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office – Moncks Corner, South Carolina

• Responsible for the apprehension of a suspect for Burglary and cleared 27 unsolved cases
• Conducted initial and follow-up investigations in the entire spectrum of criminal offenses including preparation of all associated reports which held up to legal scrutiny

08/1977 – 04/1995              Fire Control Chief Petty Officer

United States Navy – Charleston, South Carolina

A successful military career culminating with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. Assigned as Work Center Supervisor for the Fire Control Division directly supervising 10-15 personnel in the proper operation and maintenance of the Submarine Fire Control System and sub-systems. I held the collateral duties of Weapons Department Leading Chief Petty Officer and First Lieutenant.

• The Fire Control Division was consistently scored as Superior in all readiness examinations.
• 100% accountability for all spare parts and classified material
• Decorated campaign veteran – Southwest Asia and Liberation of Kuwait medals
• Twice decorated the navy Achievement medal for sustained superior performance
• Successful in maintaining the Fire Control System in a constant state of readiness, thus allowing the submarine to carry any and missions assigned
• Responsible for onboard guard forces responsible for security of a nuclear reactor and nuclear weapons storage facility
• Certified Navy Instructor teaching tactical weapons employment and developing course curriculum in accordance with Navy standards

• • Current DOD/NATO Secret clearance
• • Guardian Angel Shift Supervisor for Kandahar Airfield
• • Effectively deployed over 200 security force personnel in order to provide security for over 600 humanitarian convoys in a post hurricane Haiti with zero theft involved.
• • Three years of experience as a Detective investigating and adjudicating crimes incorporating the full spectrum of South Carolina Law.
• • Certified as Operations Officer for the Base Defense Operations Center (Special Mission Wing, Kabul, Afghanistan).
• • 1 year of experience in advising the Jordanian Police in the training of Palestinian Forces through contractor developed training plans.
• • 8 years of experience in Department of Defense and Department of State missions overseas
• • Senior Advisor to the Haitian National Police for 3 ½ years
• • 10 years of experience as an adjunct and regional instructor in Active Shooter, Firearms, Taser, and Capstun.
• • Over 30 years of progressive managerial experience in the military and law enforcement.
• • Team-oriented worker.
• • Extremely organized
• • Strong work ethic
• • Strong verbal communicator
• • Able to establish strong and effective relationships with clients
• • Adept to operating in a fast-paced and high-stress environments with no supervision
• • Experienced in working in a multi-cultural environment
• • Experienced in MicroSoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• • Licensed Armed Security Guard through the SC State Law Enforcement Division

Physical Security, Public Speaking & Training