Colin Tinnin
Raeford,NC
Summary
Dynamic operations professional and mentor with a proven track record of enhancing productivity and efficiency across diverse environments. Expertise in managing complex projects while maintaining composure and adaptability under pressure, ensuring swift responses to evolving mission requirements. Renowned for a collaborative approach that fosters teamwork and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. Equipped with strong strategic planning and team leadership skills, consistently meeting the changing demands of a changing landscape.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Director / Special Forces Operations Sergeant
SWCS(A)
01.2023 - Current
- Planned, coordinated, and executed large-scale training exercises across North Carolina, directly supporting the Special Forces Detachment Commanders Course and enhancing operational readiness.
- Collaborated in the development and implementation of company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), significantly improving safety protocols and operational efficiency.
Lead Instructor / Sr. Special Forces Weapons Sergeant
USASOC
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Created and lead Jordanian SOF’s first Sniper Instructor Program.
- Lead and developed ODA’s weapons and tactics training programs.
Operations Director
SWCS(A)
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Selected to reconstruct the Special Forces Preparations Course (SFPC) to better prepare candidates for the challenges and rigors of Special Forces Assessment and Selection.
- Changes made resulted in an 18% selection increase into the SF Qualification Course.
Operations Manager
SWCS(A)
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Assessor and selector for Special Forces candidates.
- Designed and implemented more efficient techniques for assessing during stress phase.
- Lead land navigation instructor. Audiences up to 400 students per classroom instruction.
Lead Instructor / Sr. Special Forces Weapons Sergeant
Ft. Carson
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Hand selected by Group CSM to help create the Operator Training Course for new Green Berets.
- Led all weapons and range training for ODA and Partner Forces.
- Created and employed security plan in hostile environment.
Lead Firearms and Tactics Instructor
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Developed and carried out training for multiple Law Enforcement Agencies including SWAT teams and federal agents.
- Safely trained firearms to over 3,000 civilians over the course of 10 years.
Education
MA - Biblical Exposition
Liberty University
11-2026
BS - Criminal Justice, Speech
University of Houston
01.2005
Skills
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Planning
- Course Optimization
- Operational planning
- Project management
- Training development
- Risk assessment
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- SWCS Instructor Trainer Course
- Master Instructor (Sig Sauer)
- Master Instructor (Combat Focus)
- Lone Operator Course (NEK)
- Senior Writer/Assessor SWCS(A)
- USASF (Green Beret)
- SF Advanced Urban Combat
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Operations Director / Special Forces Operations Sergeant
SWCS(A)
01.2023 - Current
Lead Instructor / Sr. Special Forces Weapons Sergeant
USASOC
01.2019 - 01.2023
Operations Director
SWCS(A)
01.2018 - 01.2019
Operations Manager
SWCS(A)
01.2016 - 01.2018
Lead Instructor / Sr. Special Forces Weapons Sergeant
Ft. Carson
01.2011 - 01.2016
Lead Firearms and Tactics Instructor
01.2000 - 01.2010
BS - Criminal Justice, Speech
University of Houston
MA - Biblical Exposition
Liberty University