Coles J. Williams
Mount Sinai
Summary
Professional with background in military operations, specializing in canine handling. Skilled in training and deploying with working dogs for detection and security tasks. Known for collaboration and adaptability, ensuring mission success and team cohesion.
Experienced handler with strong background in MWD behavior and training techniques. Skilled in maintaining discipline, ensuring safety. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in high-pressure environments. Adept at fostering trust and effective communication with both canine partners and human team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Military Working Dog Handler/Trainer
United States Air Force
06.2022 - Current
- Two deployments overseas to a combat zone, providing explosive detection for DOD assets, personal, and working with all branches of service.
- Managed and trained MWD teams to ensure proficiency and mission capability in a deployed setting.
- Assisted the United States Secret Service on 5 stateside missions across the country, providing explosive detection sweeps for POTUS, VPOTUS, and other high ranking individuals during election season.
- Organized multiple MWD capabilities briefings and demonstrations with different agencies and U.S. Air Force squadrons to showcase the capabilities of MWD teams and how they are imperative to mission success.
- Strengthened communication skills among team members through regular briefings, debriefings, and after-action reviews following missions or training exercises.
Installation Patrolman
United States Air Force
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided timely assistance to individuals needing directions or other general information about the installation site.
- Improved response time to emergencies by collaborating with local law enforcement agencies and establishing clear communication protocols.
- Prevented unauthorized access to secured areas by verifying identification credentials and enforcing facility policies.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic, and responded to emergencies on base.
- Supported incident investigations by providing detailed reports on findings during patrols, including any relevant evidence or witness information gathered.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by adhering to strict confidentiality protocols when accessing secured areas or handling confidential documents during patrols.
Landscaper
Cranes Complete Landscaping
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
- Constructed hardscape elements like patios, walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, water features for enhanced functionality of outdoor spaces.
Education
M.D. - Homeland Security
American Military University
09-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY, Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05-2018
Skills
- Team communication
- Training evaluation
- Force protection
- Physical conditioning
- Law enforcement support
- Explosive detection
- Canine first aid
- Route clearance
- Vehicle searches
- Canine training
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
Community Service
Volunteered at events for assisting children and their families by providing school supplies for the upcoming school year while stationed in Colorado Springs.
Continued Service in the Air Force National Guard after my DOS for Active Duty on 19 July 2025.
Timeline
Military Working Dog Handler/Trainer
United States Air Force
06.2022 - Current
Installation Patrolman
United States Air Force
02.2020 - 04.2022
Landscaper
Cranes Complete Landscaping
05.2018 - 07.2019
M.D. - Homeland Security
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY, Oneonta
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