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EXPERIENCESHERIFF OF ST. MARY'S COUNTY MARYLAND
DECEMBER 5, 2022 TO PRESENT- The Sheriff administers plans, organizes, integrates and directs the activities and personnel of the Sheriff’s Office and the delivery of law enforcement / correctional services and programs.
CAPTAIN
COMMANDER, SPECIAL OPERATIONS DIVISION, MARCH 2015 TO DECEMBER 5, 2022 / APRIL 2010 TO MARCH 2012- Responsible for management and operations of the most diverse division of the Sheriff's Office.
- Division functions include training, counseling, crisis and critical incident management, event planning, policy development and implementation, budget development and presentation, accident reconstruction, traffic enforcement, child support enforcement.community outreach and policing, civil process, court security and grant proposal and management.
- Plan, coordinate and monitor all daily operational and administrative activities.
- Supervision of sworn, corrections, civilian and volunteer staff.
- Research, prepare, update and develop policy and procedures.
- Develop, coordinate and implement emergency plans for law enforcement response to man made and natural disasters.
- Develop, research and implement staff training and readiness exercises.
- Initiate transfers, promotions, performance evaluations, discipline and other related personnel activities.
- Ensure test, evaluation, purchase and deployment of several types of equipment essential for operational effectiveness.
- Policy and Procedure development.
- Chaplain Corps training and administration.
- To assist with critical incident debriefing and counsel services for employees and community.
- Maintain School Memorandum of Understanding with the Superintendent of Schools and Sheriff.
- Ensure K-9 training enhanced with two members of the agency becoming respected trainers on an international level.
- Oversee agency training.
- Author annual traffic pattern analysis and fatality reviews
- Author annual court house and other critical infrastructure security reviews.
- LiasIon for Board of Education
- Command and coordinate large scale events.
- Freedom Fest, County Fair, largest Veteran's Day Parade in Maryland and more.
- Liaison with local, state and federal public safety and governmental agencies.
- Develop, mentor and coach employees based on 21st century policing model.
- Command and direct operations and administrative functions of the largest division in the Sheriff's Office.
- Develop and prioritize budget to maintain fleet, manpower, equipment and training needs acquiring cutting edge science and technology.
- Direct supervision to concentrate manpower strategically to identify crime patterns and trends, in an effort to eliminate them.
- Liaison for emergency communications, fire, rescue organizations and hospital to ensure collaboration and quality emergency services.
- lead community meetings to address concerns or complaints.
- Outline crime statistics and enforcement efforts to establish partnerships and encourage vigilance and participation with the public.
- Review and recommend approval or denial of special recognitions and awards for the agency.
ACTING CAPTAIN
COMMANDER, SPECIAL OPERATIONS DIVISION, OCTOBER 2009 TO APRIL 2010- Elevated to "Acting Captain" for Special Operations Division while holding rank of Lieutenant.
- Assignment included all duties and responsibilities of the Special Operations Division Commander as outlined above, in addition to Acting Commander duties.
LIEUTENANT
ASSISTANT COMMANDER, SPECIAL OPERATIONS DIVISION, FEBRUARY 2008 TO OCTOBER 2009- Emergency Services Team, 1999 to present
- Team Commander
- Approve, Activate and coordinate personnel.
- Develop tactical strategies for high risk search warrants, hostage/barricade situations and dignitary protection.
- Conduct operational briefs and delegate assignments.
- Evaluate risks and threats, analyze intelligence and hold debriefs for operational critique.
- Update and ensure adherence to team operational procedures.
- Direct training and development to improve proficiency and confidence.
- Research and procure equipment to improve safety and operational effectiveness.
- Perform threat and vulnerability assessments.
- Research and recommend special weapons & tactics equipment purchases.
- Polygraph Examiner Unit, 2005 to present
- Commander
- Review, approve and schedule criminal polygraphs and agency applicant polygraph requests.
- Oversee quality control of the PEU.
SERGEANT
ADMINISTRATIVE SERGEANT, 2007-2008- Review reports for crime patterns and disposition.
- Review and approve all internal written directives.
- Created daily "hot sheet" to update Command Staff of significant events.
- Managed Field Training Program to minter progress of new deputies.
- Conducted and reviewed administrative investigations.
- Selected as first agency Police Information Officer.
- Established single source communication and fostered a positive, professional relationship with the media.
- Conducted news conferences with local and national press.
- Created PIO operating policies and procedures still in use today.
VICE NARCOTICS DIVISION, 2005-2007- Supervised joint unit of troopers and deputies.
- Sole responsibility for narcotics funds in excess of $60,000.
- Authored new leases and contracts for covert locations and vehicles.
- Directed asset forfeiture, maintained confidential information files and approved operational plans.
- Member of federal task force.
- Managed surveillance teams during first federal Title III wiretap investigation in St. Mary's County.
- SUPERVISED detailed vice narcotics investigations utilizing informants, surveillance, & search/seizure warrants.
- Conducted community educational demonstrations.
- Liaison for local, state, & federal allied agencies
- Responsible for supervision and training of subordinates.
- Conducted roll calls and policy review sessions to improve performance.
- Mentored personnel in a ten person patrol squad.
- Rewarded officers for decision making and innovative enforcement techniques.
- Plan, direct and coordinate operational activities.
- Researched, prepared and updated agency policy and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations, discipline and other personnel actions.
- Inspected all agency issued equipment of squad members.
- Review accuracy and completion of all squad member shift reports.
CORPORAL
BUREAU OF CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS, 2002-2005- Supervised and selected deputies and troopers during the creation of the BCI.
- Assigned personnel and assisted in the investigations of major crimes.
DEPUTY FIRST CLASS
DETECTIVE, CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS UNIT, 1998-2002- Investigated homicide, robbery, rape and assorted computer crimes.
- Maintained an outstanding closure and conviction rate.
DEPUTY SHERIFF
PATROL OFFICER, PATROL DIVISION, 1996-1998- Responded to and investigated calls for service throughout the county.
- Enforced state and county ordinances.
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
ST. MARY'S COUNTY DETENTION CENTER, 1994-1996- Supervision of maximum security inmates.
- Conducted armed transports of inmates.
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EDUCATION
- Senior Management for Police Institute course, Police Executive Research Foundation, Session #79 2021 Orlando FL
- Leadership Southern Maryland, Class of 2018
- FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development School, Ocean City, MD 2017
- Federal Emergency Management Administration Event Planning Cumberland, Maryland 2016
- Chief Executive Training, Southern Police Institute, Sturbridge Ma. 2014
- Outstanding Leader Award, Maryland Police Training Commission, Leadership Challenge Session XXII, 2013
- FBI National Academy Graduate, Session #248, Quantico Virginia, 2012
- Master's Degree, Management and Leadership, Webster University, St. Louis MO
- Bachelor's Degree, Sociology / Law Enforcement, Western State College, CO
- High School Diploma, St. Mary's Ryken, Leonardtown, MD
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SPECIALIZED TRAINING
- Leadership for Changing Times - Public Agency Training Council
- Conflict and Intervention Strategies - Charles County Community College
- Supervisor Training - Maryland Police Training Commission
- Rapid Deployment Response to Active Shooter - North Carolina State Highway Patrol
- Community Oriented Policing Course - Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy
- Officer Involved Shooting Training - Public Agency Training Council
- Basic Anti Terrorism Training for Law Enforcement - Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Islamic Terrorism - Higgins Foundation for Anti-Terrorism
- Sexual Harassment Investigation Training - Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy
- Homicide Investigation - Southern Police Institute, University of Lousiville
- Practical Kinesic Interview and Investigation - Public Agency Training Council
- Criminal Investigation Techniques - Public Agency Training Council
- Emergency Service Basic Operator Course - St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office
- US Training Center Facility SWAT Custom Course
- SWAT Management and Supervision
- Firearms Instructor Course
- COMPSTAT Training
- National Tactical Officers Less Lethal Impact Devices - St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office
- Protech Ballistic Sheild Course - St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office
- Response to Rural School Based Violence
- Advanced Narcotic and Tactical Techniques
- Master Police Public Information Officer Training
- Police Administrator Training
- Polygraph Examiner
- SWAT Operations in CBRNE Environment
- Southern Police Institute Homicide Investigations
- Police Officer Entry Level Training - Maryland Police Training Commission
- Corrections Officer Entry Level Training - Maryland Police Training Commission
- Creative Leadership Crash Course - Rockhurst University
- Coaching, Mentoring and Team Building - Rockhurst University
- Child Injury / Death Investigation - Public Agency Training Council
- Shaken Baby Syndrome - State of Maryland Injuriy and Disability Prevention Program
- Burglary / Robbery Investigation - Public Agency Training Council
- Child Sexual Abuse Investigation - Public Agency Training Council
Extensive training in management, leadership, critical incident management, tactical response, emergency planning, response to WMD events and National Incident Response course work. -
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Project Lead on Lexington Park (Outpost 4) District Station
- Created daily "hot sheet" to update Command Staff of significant events
- First agency Police Information Officer
- Developed PIO policies and procedures still in use today
- Managed surveillance teams during first Title III wiretap investigation in St. Mary's County
- Selected for Sheriff's Office Strategic Management Plan
- Instituted Sheriff's Office Cadet Program
- Instituted Civil Disturbance Unit
- 22 year Emergency Service Team member, 12 years Team Leader
- Project lead for Equity In Policing Project from Yale University
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
- COVID Pandemic Leadership Award - St. Mary's County Health Department -2021
- Excellence in Leadership Award - MPTC Leadership Challenge XXII - 2013
- Marksman of the Year - 2011
- Sheriff’s Commendation, for Narcotics Division Leadership - 2007
- MSP Unit Citation of Excellence, for Narcotics Division performance - 2007
- Meritorious Service Award, for EST leadership - 2007
- Meritorious Service Award, for EST leadership - 2006
- E. Keith Fretwell Award of Excellence, for EST team leader performance - 2005
- MSP Unit Citation of Excellence for BCI performance - 2004
- Commander’s Certificate of Highest Recognition, for discovering security breach - 2004
- Meritorious Action Award, for Hostage Barricade - 2002
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MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES
- HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION OF ST. MARY'S COUNTY - appointed by BOCC
- CEDAR LANE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY - Board of Directors, Chair of Recruiting and Nominating Committee.
- BIG BROTHERS, BIG SISTERS OF ST. MARY'S COUNTY
- KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #2065
- POLICE EXECUTIVE RESEARCH FORUM - member
- FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY ASSOCIATES
- MARYLAND SHERIFF'S ASSOCIATION
- NATIONAL TACTICAL OFFICER'S ASSOCIATION - member
- FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE, LODGE #7
- AMERICAN POLYGRAPH ASSOCIATION - member
- ST. MARY'S COUNTY COIN CLUB
