Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Additional Information
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Heath Ayres

Lexington,KY

Summary

Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Kentucky State Police, specializing in high-risk operations and team leadership. Proven ability to foster collaboration and drive innovation, while maintaining a strong focus on safety and operational excellence. Skilled in critical thinking and problem-solving, with a commitment to community safety and team development. Emphasizes that we should always train your replacement through mentorship and clear goal-oriented idealogy

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sergeant

Kentucky State Police, Special Response Team
Lexington, KY
09.2022 - Current
  • Directs planning and execution of high-risk law enforcement operations through decentralized command structure.
  • Cultivates strong relationships with team members to drive collective success.
  • Facilitates the maintenance of team standards and spearheaded initiatives for team member growth.
  • Oversees administrative functions while delegating tasks to team members to ensure comprehensive understanding of essential processes.
  • Develops and implements a comprehensive legacy plan for future team member and leadership roles.
  • Cultivates a forward-thinking, goal-oriented mindset to establish a clear vision for team direction and potential.
  • Conducted comprehensive post-incident reviews to strengthen team performance and training effectiveness.
  • Oversaw equipment maintenance and training initiatives to guarantee preparedness for KSP crowd management deployments.

Trooper

Kentucky State Police, Special Response Team
Lexington, Ky
04.2016 - 09.2022
  • Contributed to comprehensive planning and execution of high-risk law enforcement operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational objectives.
  • Coordinated scheduling, documentation, and communication to streamline team activities.
  • Performed comprehensive research and secured necessary equipment for team members to facilitate project success.
  • Identified opportunities for product and process innovation, driving advancements within various divisions of the team.
  • Coordinated comprehensive logistics for internal training sessions and facilitated the new applicant selection process.
  • Developed and implemented instructional programs for KSP cadets and agency personnel to ensure effective learning outcomes.
  • Assisted leading and supporting statewide KSP crowd management teams in executing effective crowd control strategies, while serving as the Assistant Crowd Management Coordinator.

Trooper

Kentucky State Police, Post 7 Richmond
Richmond, Ky
02.2013 - 04.2016

Executed comprehensive investigations of criminal incidents and traffic collisions while enforcing laws to ensure community safety.

Trooper

Kentucky State Police, Post 9 Pikeville
Pikeville, Ky
11.2011 - 02.2013

Executed comprehensive investigations of criminal incidents and traffic collisions while enforcing laws to ensure community safety.

Education

60 Hours - Police Studies

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Kentucky

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

Crowd Management Coordinator

2023 KSP Lifesaving Award Recipient

SRT Assistant Commander

SRT Commander

Certification

Firearms Instructor

Less-Lethal Operator/Instructor

NFDD Operator/Instructor

T.E.E.S Explosive/mechanical/thermal/ballistic breached

KSP UAS Operator

FBI and NTOA Hostage Negotiator

NORSE Team Leader Course

KLEC Law Enforcement Instructor Development Course

NTOA Managing Critical Incidents

NTOA Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents

Additional Information

Volunteer youth soccer league coach

Church Treasurer and Sunday School Teacher

Timeline

Sergeant

Kentucky State Police, Special Response Team
09.2022 - Current

Trooper

Kentucky State Police, Special Response Team
04.2016 - 09.2022

Trooper

Kentucky State Police, Post 7 Richmond
02.2013 - 04.2016

Trooper

Kentucky State Police, Post 9 Pikeville
11.2011 - 02.2013

60 Hours - Police Studies

Eastern Kentucky University
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