DANIEL MCCREARY

Port Charlotte ,FL

Summary

Operationally experienced U.S. Army veteran and law enforcement detective with extensive background in high-risk environments, proactive criminal investigations, aviation operations, maritime security, and tactical enforcement. Experienced working in high-crime urban environments and austere overseas operational settings. Proven ability to operate in small teams, conduct surveillance, support airborne law enforcement missions, and perform security operations protecting people, assets, and infrastructure. Over 500 flight hours with helicopter and fixed-wing ratings. Fully deployable worldwide for private security, aviation support, and overseas contracting roles.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Detective – Crime Reduction Unit / Street Crimes Task Force

King County Sheriff's Office

Washington

09.2021 - 01.2026

Conduct proactive investigations targeting violent offenders and organized criminal activity in high-crime areas.
Member of specialized unit focused on intelligence-driven enforcement operations.
Served as Tactical Flight Officer supporting airborne law enforcement missions including suspect tracking, surveillance, and coordination with ground units.
Participated in maritime patrol and security operations protecting critical waterways and infrastructure.
Extensive experience operating in dynamic field environments requiring rapid decision making and interagency coordination.

Police Officer – 5th District / 9th Ward

New Orleans Police Department

Louisiana

01.2019 - 09.2021

Conducted patrol and enforcement operations in one of the highest crime districts in the city.
Responded to violent crime incidents including shootings, robberies, and armed offenders.
Performed proactive policing operations targeting repeat offenders and high-risk individuals.
Received multiple life saving awards implementing combat lifesaving medical training one incident receiving national attention for saving a 7 year old gunshot victim.
Built extensive experience operating in complex and high-risk urban environments.

Staff Sergeant – Tactical Air Traffic Controller

United States Army

Kabul, Afghanistan

10.2011 - 01.2019

Assigned to a small operational team tasked with converting a soccer field in downtown Kabul into a functioning airfield supporting military aviation operations.
Coordinated aircraft movement and airspace operations in an austere overseas operational environment.
Operated in high-threat conditions requiring mission adaptability and strong small-team coordination.
In garrison environments conducted training for new soldiers in tactical air control procedures in preparation for combat zones.
Deployed to Poland in support of operation Baltic air in 2012.

Education

No Degree - Aviation Management

Liberty University

Lynchburg, VA

Skills

Team Operational Skills
Protective Security & High Threat Environment Operations
Tactical Surveillance & Intelligence Gathering
Street Crimes / Violent Offender Targeting
Aviation Support Operations (Tactical Flight Officer)

Maritime Security & Waterborne Patrol
High-Risk Warrant Service & Fugitive Operations
Small Team & Interagency Operations
Rapid Decision Making in Dynamic Environments

AVIATION QUALIFICATIONS

Helicopter Rating: Private Pilot – Rotorcraft Helicopter
Fixed Wing Rating: Private Pilot – Airplane
Flight Experience: 500+ Flight Hours
Operational Use: Aerial observation and law enforcement aviation support

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
U.S. Passport – Available for Worldwide Travel
Experienced operating in maritime environments and coastal patrol zones
Strong background working in multi-agency operations and high-risk enforcement units

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