Gary L. Morris
Moorestown,USA
Summary
Decorated U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sergeant (Ret.) and former DHS federal agent with 25+ years leading civil affairs, civil-military operations, and interagency security cooperation. Proven expertise in Foreign Military Sales (FMS), counterterrorism, emergency management, and multinational training across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Recognized for building institutions, advising senior leaders, and coordinating complex international missions with U.S. Embassies, ECOWAS, DoD, and host-nation governments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Deportation Officer / Immigration Enforcement Agent
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Philadelphia, USA
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Led joint fugitive operations with the U.S. Marshals Service, apprehending violent offenders and high-threat criminal aliens.
- Reviewed and prepared case files for the U.S. Attorney's Office, enabling successful prosecutions and removals.
- Served as interagency liaison with federal, state, and local partners; safeguarded personnel, facilities, and classified materials.
Military Advisor / Liaison to Liberian Armed Forces
United States Marine Forces Africa
Monrovia, Liberia
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Principal liaison to the Liberian Ministry of Defense, Armed Forces of Liberia, and ECOWAS.
- Re-established the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) with the Government of Liberia.
- Directed training and force-structure development for the new Liberian Armed Forces.
- Implemented the DoD Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor Course; trained and certified military and law-enforcement personnel.
- Established the Liberian Coast Guard and Non-Commissioned Officers School.
- Screened and selected Liberian soldiers for advanced training in the U.S. and abroad, ensuring physical, medical, and English-proficiency standards; coordinated housing, transport, and financial logistics.
- Briefed the U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, the President of Liberia, the Liberian Minister of Defense, and the AFRICOM Commander (4-Star) monthly in Monrovia and Stuttgart, Germany.
Civil Affairs Specialist (MOS 0532) / Civil-Military Operations
United States Marine Corps
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Planned and executed civil-military operations across the AFRICOM AOR, integrating U.S. military engagement with host-nation governments.
- Coordinated SCT support for 18+ multinational engagements across Africa.
- Delivered seminars on Advanced Intelligence Analysis, Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP), All-Source Intelligence, and Open-Source Intelligence in Mali, Cameroon, Tanzania, Kenya, Liberia, and Nigeria.
- Military Mentor for EASBRIG, mentoring officers from Burundi, Djibouti, Kenya, Uganda, Seychelles, Mauritius, Somalia, Ethiopia, and Rwanda in support of AMISOM.
- Executed liaison operations with African, French, and U.S. forces, supporting APS-10 (Senegal), French Operation Licorne (Côte d'Ivoire), and SPMAGTF-12 pre-deployment briefs.
- Prepared RSO&I packages; established training protocols with Senegalese forces and JAC Molesworth (UK).
- Ensured seamless transition between SCT rotations (Team 10.1 to 10.2).
- Deployed for four Mil-to-Mil missions, providing mentorship, advanced training, and demonstrations for host-nation forces.
Guard Chief / Quick Reaction Force (QRF) Leader
United States Marine Corps
Fallujah, Iraq
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Directed Marine security operations for Iraq's first post-war elections, securing polling stations and enabling civilian participation.
- Led crisis response after a sniper attack in Fallujah, coordinating casualty evacuation, neutralizing the threat, and preventing further casualties.
- Supervised 150+ Marines in checkpoint operations, protective-service details, and counter-IED missions.
Deputy Sheriff
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office
Norristown, USA
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Executed high-risk criminal and civil warrants as part of the Fugitive Apprehension Team.
- Served as Team Leader for the Emergency Response Team (ERT), planning and leading crisis operations.
- Performed extraditions and prisoner transport operations across state lines, ensuring secure and lawful custody.
Operations Chief
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Washington, USA
- Re-established the Office of the SEAC, building the organizational framework, staff processes, and governance structure.
- Organized and executed the first DoD-wide Senior Enlisted Symposium, uniting senior enlisted leaders from all services.
- Directed daily operations, schedules, and engagements for the SEAC; coordinated with Combatant Commands and Joint Staff.
- Produced executive briefs, decision memos, and talking papers for senior leaders.
- Spearheaded veteran outreach programs, including homeless-veteran initiatives in partnership with DoD, VA, and NGOs.
- Managed sensitive communications and classified materials; enforced Joint Staff security and information-protection standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Georgetown University
Washington, DCSkills
- Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
- Security Assistance
- Civil-Military Operations (CMO)
- Counterterrorism
- Emergency Management
- International Security Cooperation
- Interagency Coordination (DoD, DoS, DHS, DOJ, USMS, ECOWAS)
- Curriculum Development & Training
- Program & Logistics Management
- Policy Advising
- Crisis/Infrastructure Protection
- Data Visualization
Clearance And Certifications
- SECRET Clearance (current)
- DoD Certified Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor
- Extensive International Training & Advisory Credentials
Veteran Status
Veteran
Clearance
Current SECRET Clearance
Community Leadership
- President, Moorestown Youth Street Hockey Association, Lead nonprofit operations, oversee $250K+ fundraising, youth development, and community outreach.
- Volunteer Coordinator, Navy/Marine Corps 250th Celebration (2025), Organize national-level commemorative events with DoD and veteran organizations.
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Deportation Officer / Immigration Enforcement Agent
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
01.2012 - 01.2022
Military Advisor / Liaison to Liberian Armed Forces
United States Marine Forces Africa
01.2008 - 01.2011
Civil Affairs Specialist (MOS 0532) / Civil-Military Operations
United States Marine Corps
01.2008 - 01.2011
Guard Chief / Quick Reaction Force (QRF) Leader
United States Marine Corps
01.2005 - 01.2006
Deputy Sheriff
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office
01.1994 - 01.1998
Operations Chief
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Bachelor of Arts -
Georgetown University
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