D. Aubrey Ballard
Box Elder,SD
Summary
Experienced emergency response professional with a strong focus on crisis management and investigation techniques. Proven leader in fostering community safety initiatives and mentoring staff. Skilled in enhancing emergency response strategies and building effective community partnerships.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Pennington County Sheriff's Office
Rapid City, SD
07.2018 - 03.2026
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring effective crisis management.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement safety initiatives.
- Conducted thorough investigations on crimes, gathering evidence effectively.
- Trained new deputies on operational protocols, ensuring adherence to procedural compliance.
Transport Officer
Pennington County Sheriff's Office
Rapid City, SD
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Coordinated secure transport of inmates between facilities and court appearances, ensuring timely arrivals.
- Ensured adherence to safety regulations during inmate transportation, minimizing risk during operations.
- Collaborated with staff to resolve transportation challenges swiftly, maintaining operational continuity.
Airborne Infantryman
US Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
09.2010 - 01.2014
- Trained and mentored junior soldiers in combat tactics and teamwork strategies, fostering unit cohesion and readiness.
- Operated and maintained advanced weaponry and communication systems to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Managed equipment inventory, ensuring all gear was mission-ready for rapid deployment.
- Deployed to Iraq in support of Operation New Dawn.
Education
High School Diploma -
Upton High School
Upton, WY05-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency And Disaster Management
American Military University
Skills
- emergency response
- crisis management
- investigation techniques
- staff management
- training coordination
- leadership development
- effective communication
- community engagement
- firearms instructor
- emergency and disaster management
- team leadership
- risk assessment
Certification
Firearms Instructor - State of South Dakota
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Pennington County Sheriff's Office
07.2018 - 03.2026
Transport Officer
Pennington County Sheriff's Office
07.2018 - 09.2019
Airborne Infantryman
US Army
09.2010 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Upton High School
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency And Disaster Management
American Military University