Dave Joseph

As an Operations Section Chief at the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force Fusion Center (OFC), I supervise teams who analyze information and intelligence to generate investigative leads and products; task Intelligence Analysts with filling intelligence gaps in field operations and investigations; assist OFC member agencies in redirecting investigative and prosecution efforts toward the most significant targets. I am also responsible for analyzing Operations investigation data from OFC member agencies to assist in coordination efforts and case deconfliction. I supervise Unit Chiefs in determining levels of support needed to produce strategic intelligence for reports identifying new or evolving Operations trafficking threats and trends.

I governed all enforcement operations and administrative functions (including $1.2M budget and 72 employees) for the southwestern region of Puerto Rico. I provided decisive, proactive and forward-thinking leadership to group supervisors, field agents, law enforcement officials, intelligence analysts, investigators and support staff in a fast-paced environment. I devised operational policy and mission objectives including resource allocation and partnerships with local law enforcement agencies, private

companies, local community groups and media. I pioneered execution of advanced investigative and intelligence collection strategies to reduce drug trafficking activities—concurrently managed the Regulatory Diversion Group and Tactical Diversion Squad. I streamlined operating infrastructure, consolidated redundant administrative functions and leveraged limited budget resources to maximize efficiency and enhance standards, policies and controls. I also recommended effective process changes to enhance defense and response procedures—strategized with team to identify and resolve high severity incidents.

As an Inspector, I directed agency’s self-inspection program including assessment and financial review of 226 domestic offices, 21 divisions, 85 international offices in 66 countries and 13 sensitive investigation units. As a Staff Coordinator I was assigned to Confidential Source program and drafted operational Policy and Procedures units for publication in the agency’s Manual. I performed reviews of operations and program activities to ensure compliance with standard policies, legal regulations, statutes and internal procedures. I spearheaded team building initiatives for the Office of Inspections to support managers in developing effective solutions and timely responses to operational support, administrative and fiscal concerns. I also executed training and briefings for headquarters staff and field managers on pertinent processes, policies and procedures—provided insight on efficient management techniques.

I led high-level domestic and global investigations targeting Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCO) with support and integration of federal, state and local law enforcement entities. Together we swiftly disrupted domestic and international TCO while adhering to relevant counterintelligence and security protocols, operational controls and compliance standards. I devised extensive, reliable blueprints and roadmaps for local, state and federal drug law enforcement initiatives that helped streamline operational efforts and clarify tangible outcomes. I elevated productivity and program results by restructuring office operations and forging strong coalitions with other law enforcement agencies.

Advanced to key role as principal advisor / subject matter expert to U.S. Ambassador in Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana, South America on pertinent global and domestic counter drug policies.

I orchestrated all comprehensive efforts, widespread initiatives for international narcotics intelligence and investigative operations including managing a team of five employees. I managed operational, logistic and administrative annual budgets in excess of $1.3M. Leveraged HUMINT technology and tactical approaches to identify recruit and engage with high-level government officials in Guyana and Trinidad—neutralized counterintelligence threats. I conceptualized and developed key counter-narcotics programs and initiatives—technical assistance, equipment and strategic guidance—for host government and local law enforcement agencies.

I directed foreign counterparts in the execution of their enforcement duties under difficult and dangerous circumstances. I worked effectively with host nation police and government officials. I ensured that the agency procedures regarding international operations were adhered to and that State Department leadership, as well as high level foreign counterparts were briefed on DEA enforcement operations in the region.

I was assigned to the Mobile Enforcement Team (MET) for the areas of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. MET supported state and local law enforcement efforts directed at dismantling lower-level drug trafficking groups.

My area of responsibility consisted of maritime ports located on the Atlantic Ocean side of Panama and the Colon Free Zone. I conducted liaison with host nation counterparts and political government officials. I ensured that agency procedures regarding international operations were adhered, and ensure that State Department leadership and selected embassy personnel, as well as foreign counterparts were informed on agency enforcement operations in the area of operations.

I was responsible for briefing the Ambassador on ongoing agency enforcement operations in the country. I advised, directed and mentored foreign counterparts in the execution of their enforcement duties under tough and dangerous circumstances in the country. I liaised with foreign police and political officials in providing actionable intelligence on DEA enforcement operations. As the Assistant Country Attaché, I networked with the other government agencies within the embassy. I ensured that DEA policy and Department of State procedures regarding international operations were adhered.

Attended Basic Agent Training class #84 at Quantico, VA. Assigned to the New York Division enforcement groups and the New York Drug Enforcement Task Force (NYDETF). I performed numerous undercover and enforcement operations and conducted complex conspiracy investigations.