Bryan Thompson
Lewis Center
Summary
Dynamic K9 Handler/Trainer with The Ohio State University Police Division, skilled in K9 operations and public relations. Enhanced community trust through outreach and education, while improving unit performance via rigorous training. Adept at critical thinking and decision-making, fostering teamwork and collaboration across departments for effective law enforcement outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K9 Handler/ Trainer
The Ohio State University Police Division
11.2001 - Current
- Assisted in apprehending suspects by effectively utilizing K9 tracking and search capabilities.
- Supported fellow officers during high-risk situations, providing valuable K9 assistance and expertise.
- Improved public perception of law enforcement by participating in community outreach programs with the K9 partner.
- Enhanced K9 unit performance by conducting regular training sessions and drills.
- Established positive connections between law enforcement and local schools through engaging educational presentations involving the role of a K9 handler.
- Strengthened interdepartmental relationships by participating in cross-training exercises with other specialized units within the agency.
- Collaborated with other agencies for joint operations, maximizing effectiveness of combined resources and skills.
- Safeguarded VIPs or dignitaries during visits or events by utilizing K9 security capabilities in a discreet and professional manner.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment for new handlers by sharing knowledge, experiences, and insights on effective K9 handling techniques.
- Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
- Kept animals stimulated with variety of enrichment activities.
- Delivered public presentations to educate public on animal training and behavior.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
Education
Communications/ Criminal Justice
University Of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHHigh School Diploma -
Bishop Hartley High School
Columbus, OH06-1995
Skills
- Strong decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Firearms handling
- Public relations
- Law enforcement
- Record keeping proficiency
- Canine behavior
- Canine handling
- Patrol dog handling
- Tracking and trailing techniques
- Handler protection training
- K9 operations
- Explosive detection proficiency
- Stress management techniques
- Teamwork
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Supervise team of four dual purpose explosive/ patrol K9 handlers.
- Collaborated with federal and local K9 handlers and trainers in the development of a SWAT K9 development program.
- First K9 team to be integrated into the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force in the United States (2016)
- Invited to train with members of Tier One Military and Law Enforcement entities.
- Began collaborating with The Ohio State University Veterinary Medicine program as a guest lecturer in 2008.
- Started the first K9 program at The Ohio State University Police Division in 2002. Program has grown and currently is in existence.
- Selected as an OPOTA State K9 evaluator in 2005 for Special Purpose and Patrol and have continued to serve in this capacity.
- Help establish several K9 Units in the Central Ohio area as well as out of state.
Affiliations
- ATK9 ( American Tactical K9 Conference)
- OTOA (Ohio Tactical Officers Association)
- NTOA (National Tactical Officers Association)
Certification
- K9 Maintenance Training - Gold Shield K9 Training 2006 (Dan Bowman)
- K9 Maintenance Training- Storm Dog Tactical 2015 (Mike Pennington)
- K9 Trainer Storm Dog Tactical For Patrol and Special Purpose 2018 ( Mike Pennington)
- K9 Evaluator Patrol/ Special Purpose OPOTA 2005
Timeline
K9 Handler/ Trainer
The Ohio State University Police Division
11.2001 - Current
Communications/ Criminal Justice
University Of Cincinnati
High School Diploma -
Bishop Hartley High School
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