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Jan Ganzel

Jackson

Summary


Experienced educator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in curriculum development, instructional design, and student engagement. Dependable, adaptable, and consistently deliver top-notch training while fostering supportive learning environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Master Instructor

AXON International
  • Training Development Team Member
  • Hans Marrero Leadership Award Nominee – 2024
  • TASER CEW Instructor
  • TASER VR Instructor

Training Coordinator

State of Michigan Bureau of Fire Services
10.2017 - Current
  • Branch, Calhoun, Hillsdale & Lenawee Counties
  • Evaluate training progress and assess the need for supplemental training or certifications.
  • Coordinate and schedule training classes.
  • Facilitate schedule management, materials selection, and participant follow-ups as part of a dynamic training program.

Volunteer Event Director

Tunnel to Towers Foundation
10.2016 - Current
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for event services and products.
  • Maintained strict budgets with effective expense controls and thorough planning
  • Built relationships with stakeholders such as sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and attendees to foster long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Managed event budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions without sacrificing quality or attendee experience.
  • Maintained detailed records of all aspects of the event's planning process for future reference or reporting purposes.
  • Ensured compliance with all local regulations, permits, and insurance requirements related to hosting events.

Sergeant - Public Safety Officer

Blackman Township
02.2006 - 08.2025
  • MCOLES/MITN Coordinator
  • Shift Commander
  • Field Training Unit Supervisor
  • TASER Program Coordinator.
  • Community Outreach to improve Law Enforcement and Public Relations
  • Maintained accurate records of incidents and actions taken during shifts, contributing to effective communication between team members and supervisors.
  • Provided first aid assistance during medical emergencies, applying life-saving techniques until paramedics arrived on scene.

Education

B.A.S. - Public Safety Studies, Public Service Administration

Siena Heights University
Adrian, MI
08.2024

Police Academy - undefined

Kirtland Community College
Roscommon, MI
11.2001

Associate degree - Military Studies

The Citadel
Charleston, SC
01.1990

Skills

  • Leadership Training
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Instructor Coaching
  • Course planning
  • New Hire On-Boarding
  • Teaching strategies
  • Interactive teaching

Accomplishments

  • Hans Marrero Leadership Award Nominee (AXON) – 2024
  • Instructor of the Year (Jackson County) – 2016, 2017, 2021
  • Officer of the Year (Blackman Township) – 2009
  • State of Michigan Life Saving Award – 2003
  • MCOLES Leadership Award – 2001

LANGUAGE

German
Upper-Intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Training Coordinator

State of Michigan Bureau of Fire Services
10.2017 - Current

Volunteer Event Director

Tunnel to Towers Foundation
10.2016 - Current

Sergeant - Public Safety Officer

Blackman Township
02.2006 - 08.2025

Sr. Master Instructor

AXON International

Police Academy - undefined

Kirtland Community College

Associate degree - Military Studies

The Citadel

B.A.S. - Public Safety Studies, Public Service Administration

Siena Heights University

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