I am a licensed Private Investigator, Bonded Special Deputy, Volunteer Firefighter, and NREMT-Basic. I am a US Navy Veteran, proud husband, and father. I have lived much of my life in the service of others, and I am seeking a position where I can use my extensive and varied experience to continue to do so.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Security Officer
Knox County Schools Security Division
Knoxville, TN
06.2023 - Current
Bonded Knox County Special Deputy.
Participated in an 8 week intensive academy specifically geared towards the safety and security of schools.
Participated in ongoing continuing education requirements and in-service training.
Provided for the safety and security of students and staff during the school day and at special events.
Conducted armed patrols of interior and exterior school property.
Engaged with and developed professional relationships with students and staff.
Investigated and reported violations of school policy and law.
Owner/Chief Investigator
MCD Tactical Group, LLC
Dandridge, TN
08.2018 - Current
Conducted interviews with witnesses and gathered information from public records that was relevant to each case.
Collaborated with clients to determine their needs and deliver exceptional service.
Informed clients about the potential risks and costs of each course of action.
Conducted Surveillance operations to determine the legitimacy of claims ranging from insurance to infidelity.
Generated and delivered accurate and timely reports to clients.
Conducted complex executive protection and personal protection operations.
Licensed Private Investigator
HUB Enterprises, INC
Broussard, LA
07.2017 - 08.2018
Surveilled individuals covertly to investigate issues such as fraud and infidelity.
Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
Tracked claimants through routine and notable activities and documented findings with videos, photographs and audio recordings.
Investigated individuals claiming disability to identify and document fraud.
Operated in full compliance with Florida, California and Federal laws covering interactions with individuals, records searches and allowable surveillance techniques.
Stayed in open communication with supervisors to maintain operational safety and submit timely reports.
Compiled exceptional notes on movements of individuals and collected documentation.
Searched computer databases, credit reports, public records or other resources to locate persons or to compile information for investigations.
Uploaded evidence into case management system each day.
Security Supervisor
Securitas Security Services USA
Fort Myers, FL
11.2014 - 10.2016
Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
Supervised teams of 2-15 security personnel during shift.
Law Enforcement Dispatcher
Florida Highway Patrol - Troop F
Fort Myers, FL
10.2011 - 06.2012
Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
Used specialized software to track and maintain case incident numbers and logs.
Assisted callers in emergency situations with appropriate information and support.
Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems to fulfill officer requests.
Questioned callers to determine nature of problems and locations to direct type of response needed.
Sonar Technician 3rd Class (STG3)
US Navy
USS The Sullivans (DDG-68), NS Mayport, FL
09.2005 - 09.2009
Treated classified data with utmost discretion, following military and federal protocols.
Conducted passive and active sonar searches for suspected targets.
Figured range predictions for targets and real time propagation changes.
Adjusted equipment and system filters to mitigate biological and environmental impacts on acoustic data.
Analyzed multiple data inputs across active and passive acoustic, Expendable Bathythermograph (XBT) and tactical oceanographic.
Generated acoustic data media recordings and prepared media for shipment.
Operated Combat Systems Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS) throughout casualty responses/operations and normal operations.
Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures.
Tracked locations of nearby submarines by using equipment, strong analytics and mathematics skills.
Other Qualifications Including: Ships Reaction Force Basic, Ships Reaction Force Advanced, Small Craft Attack Team, Navy Security Force Sentry, Anti-Terrorism Force Protection.
Awards: National Defense Service Medal, Global War On Terror (GWOT) Service Medal, GWOT Deployment Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (x2), NATO Service Ribbon.
Other Awards: Shellback, Order of the Spanish Main, Order of the Rock, Realm of the Czars, and Persian Excursion.
Education
NREMT-Basic -
Jefferson County EMS Academy
Jefferson County, TN
05.2023
Sonar Technician A-School - Underwater Acoustics
Fleet Anti Submarine Warfare Training Center
San Diego, CA
03.2006
High School Diploma -
North Port High School
North Port, FL
05.2005
Skills
Community Engagement
Legal Compliance
Criminal Investigations
Courtroom Testimony
Emergency Vehicle Operation
Report Writing
Crisis Intervention and Deescalation
Surveillance
De-Escalation Techniques
Search and Seizure Procedures
Defensive Tactics Training
Emergency Response
Accomplishments
Graduated top of my class at the US Navy Fleet ASW Training Center in San Diego, CA.
Was promoted to site supervisor for security after only 30 days as a licensed security officer.
Created a successful private investigation business after only 1 year as a Licensed Private Investigator.
School Resource Officer / Healthcare Security Officer at Pal American SecuritySchool Resource Officer / Healthcare Security Officer at Pal American Security