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Hope MacAllister

Goodyear,AZ

Summary

Experienced ATF Body-Worn Camera Project Officer skilled in managing functional operations and projects related to ATF's Body-Worn Camera Program and Digital Evidence Management.


Has an advanced understanding of ATF organizational strategies, financial management, procurement and contracting. Expertise in logistical analysis, inventory and supply chain performance, development and standardization. Thorough understanding of inventory management, procurement and acquisition regulations.


Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture.


Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.


Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills.


Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact agency success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Agent Project Officer

Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms And Explosive
10.2019 - Current
  • Creates policies, provides training, and manages finances for: for ATF's Task Force Officer (TFO) Body-Worn Camera (BWC) Program, ATF's Special Agent BWC Program, and ATF's Digital Evidence Management (DEM) Program.
  • Supports the BWC and DEM mission of ATF Field Operations (FO) by directly supporting 25 field divisions and approximately 332 criminal enforcement field and satellite offices and Headquarters divisions; manages, reviews, safeguards, and integrates digital evidence in criminal investigations; liaisons with high-level representatives of other Federal, State, and local agencies involved in ongoing investigative activities; and provides leadership and guidance to Headquarters and field managers on the impact and implementation of new developments, trends, technology, and other matters affecting evidentiary requirements.


ATF Special Agent

Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms And Explosive
08.2001 - Current
  • Conducted complex criminal investigations of individuals and entities for possible violations of federal laws
  • Used confidential informants, undercover agents, pen register/trap and trace devices, video surveillance, wiretaps, GPS tracking devices and audio surveillance among other law enforcement techniques.
  • Conducted numerous controlled buys of firearms and narcotics from targets of law enforcement investigations.
  • Identified methods used for firearms and narcotics trafficking and the variety of methods of laundering illegal proceeds.
  • Served as an Acting Group Supervisor on numerous occasions.
  • Provided testimony in Federal Grand Jury, as well as state and federal prosecutions.
  • Current EPAS score of 92.67

ATF Tactical Operations Officer (TOO)

Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms And Explosive
05.2012 - 10.2019
  • Provided support to ATF field office by providing the latest technology in the areas of electronic surveillance, telecommunications intercepts, technical countermeasures, and logistical support.
  • Served as the primary source within the ATF Phoenix Field Division for all aspects of electronic surveillance operations.
  • Provided electronic surveillance training to field personnel.
  • Conducted covert audio/video installations.
  • Vehicle tracking and installations.
  • Provided support for telecommunication intercepts.

Police Officer/Organized Crime Investigator

Durham North Carolina Police Department
01.1995 - 09.2001
  • Served as a patrol officer in Durham, NC
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Served as an Organized Crime Division Investigator, conducting both short and long-term narcotics investigations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
12.1992

Skills

  • National Technical Investigator's Association (NATIA) Member
  • NATIA Certified Technical Investigator (CTI)
  • Basic Technical Operations Certification
  • ATF Contract Officer Representative (COR) Level II
  • Remote Pilot License/ATF Remote Pilot in Command Course
  • ATF Special Response Team Medic/Emergency Medicine Technician
  • North Carolina Police Department Specialized Firearms Instructor
  • North Carolina Police Department Specialized Subject Control/Arrest Techniques Instructor
  • North Carolina Department of Justice General Instructor
  • North Carolina Justice Academy Police Law Institute Certification
  • Drug Enforcement Administration School Certification
  • Advanced Narcotic Investigation Certification

Accomplishments

    Awards/Honors:

    Durham Police Department Top Gun Award

    International Narcotic Association Award

    ATF Distinguished Service Medal

    ATF Hostile Action Award

    ATF Life Saving Award

Timeline

Special Agent Project Officer

Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms And Explosive
10.2019 - Current

ATF Tactical Operations Officer (TOO)

Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms And Explosive
05.2012 - 10.2019

ATF Special Agent

Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms And Explosive
08.2001 - Current

Police Officer/Organized Crime Investigator

Durham North Carolina Police Department
01.1995 - 09.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

North Carolina State University
Hope MacAllister