Bradford Bough
Bedford,IN
Summary
Proven skills in developing consensus at party, committee and legislative levels. Talented relationship-builder, problem-solver and leader with accomplished career in government. Enthusiastic about applying expertise toward helping people.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
City Council Member
City of Bedford, Indiana
Bedford, IN
01.2020 - Current
- Addressed constituent concerns promptly and effectively.
- Promoted economic development by supporting local entrepreneurs.
- Collaborated with fellow council members to develop and implement sound fiscal policies for the city budget.
- Champion youth engagement initiatives, providing mentorship opportunities and access to civic participation for young community members.
- Supported educational programs, contributing to improved school performance and student outcomes, as a member of the North Lawrence Community Schools Strategic Planning Committee.
- Developed and strengthened political partnerships to further the safety of our city's children.
- Supported education initiatives by working closely with school board members to improve local schools'' performance and resources.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed such as: Condemnation Hearing Officer, Historic Review Commission, Animal Control Board, Tree Board and City Council's representative to the Bedford Men's Warming Shelter Board of Directors.
Lawrence County Veterans Service Officer
Lawrence County, Indiana
Bedford, Indiana
01.2013 - Current
- Address Veterans Issues and mitigate dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions in the assistance of Veterans with their lawful VA claims.
- Initiate contact with Elected Officials to request their assistance in obtaining benefits lawfully due our Indiana Veterans.
- Schedule and coordinate roundtable and townhall meetings with Elected Officials, to allow Veterans to voice their concerns and issues in reference to the VA.
- Maintained detailed records of Veterans service, ensuring accurate Veteran information is available for follow-up actions.
- Demonstrated adaptability to assist diverse clientele while maintaining a focus on positive outcomes for Indiana's Veterans.
- Refer Veterans to shelters, legal resources, and educational programs.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness by organizing Veterans Recognition Nights at High School Sporting events.
- Speak to numerous school/community groups to expand community awareness of Veteran's sacrifices and to foster and perpetuate the memory of our Nation's Veterans.
- Complete required Training to maintain VA Accreditation as required by Indiana Law.
Subject Matter Expert
Military Professional Resources Inc. (MPRI)
Pol-E-Charkhi, Afghanistan
04.2009 - 10.2010
- Developed effective training materials for Afghan National Army Soldiers, resulting in improved skillsets and increased safety for all ISAF members.
- Optimized subject matter content by conducting extensive training, to incorporate humane UN recognized prison standards.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to systems and procedures.
- Cultivated positive relationships with multi-national coalition partners to deliver timely training results, to facilitate the transfer of Taliban Detainees from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations for safer Detainee Operations.
- Served as go-to expert in reference to Prison Perimeter Security Issues.
Subject Matter Expert
Military Professional Resources Inc. (MPRI)
Pul-E-Charkhi, Afghanistan
07.2006 - 04.2008
- Developed effective training materials for Afghan National Army Soldiers, resulting in improved skillsets and increased safety for all ISAF members.
- Optimized subject matter content by conducting extensive training, to incorporate humane UN recognized prison standards.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to systems and procedures.
- Cultivated positive relationships with multi-national coalition partners to deliver timely training results, to facilitate the transfer of Taliban Detainees from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations for safer Detainee Operations.
- Served as go-to expert in reference to Prison Perimeter Security Issues.
Shift/Zone/Lead Captain
Indiana Department Of Corrections
Miami Correctional Facility, Bunker Hill, In.
12.1990 - 06.2006
- Established effective communication channels between leadership and staff, fostering transparency and accountability.
- Ensured adherence to IDOC policies and procedures by consistently enforcing rules and regulations within the Prison.
- Facilitated conflict resolution, ensuring a safer work environment for staff and offenders.
- Created a safer Indiana by ensuring daily inspections of key Perimeter assets were conducted by myself or another Correctional Supervisor.
- Conducted regular inspections of facility structures, ensuring compliance with IDOC policy and procedure to minimize escape risks.
- Chaired interview boards as directed by the Superintendent to interview applicants for the positions of Correctional Officer and Correctional Sergeant.
- Approved or directed resubmission of all requests for administrative action by Correctional Captains and Lieutenants.
- Acted as the MCF Custody Supervisor in the absence of the Correctional Major.
- Acted as the on-call MCF duty officer in rotation with other MCF Senior staff leadership.
Education
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-1979
High School Diploma -
Bedford North Lawrence High School
Bedford, Indiana12-1978
Skills
- Community engagement
- Influencing skills
- Financial acumen
- Cultural history
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Committee leadership
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Public relations
- Analytical thinking
Affiliations
- Bedford First Baptist Church: Board of Trustees
- Lawrence County Museum/Historical Society: Vice President
- 2022-2023: Commander DAV Chapter 2
- Men's Warming Shelter Board of Directors
- Republican Precinct Committeeman Shawswick 7A
- Republican State Convention Delegate
- Designated Mentor to the Lawrence County Young Republicans
- Basketball team sponsor Lawrence County Boys and Girls Club
- Honorably Discharged Sergeant U.S. Air Force
Miami County Correctional Officer of the year 2000
I was nominated as the Correctional Officer of the year candidate by Miami Correctional Facility Superintendent Dr. John R. VanNatta.
Then based upon that nomination, I was selected by a committee of Miami County Citizens for the award.
Timeline
City Council Member
City of Bedford, Indiana
01.2020 - Current
Lawrence County Veterans Service Officer
Lawrence County, Indiana
01.2013 - Current
Subject Matter Expert
Military Professional Resources Inc. (MPRI)
04.2009 - 10.2010
Subject Matter Expert
Military Professional Resources Inc. (MPRI)
07.2006 - 04.2008
Shift/Zone/Lead Captain
Indiana Department Of Corrections
12.1990 - 06.2006
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Bedford North Lawrence High School