Jeremy Knabenshue
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Highly reliable and experienced with track record of accomplishing the mission by providing tailored advice, expertise and innovative solutions. Adept in quickly identifying circumstantial needs and implementing customized strategies to solve a given problem. Skilled in a wide range of tasks across the spectrum of special operations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
KG Consulting
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered L3 Harris VAMPIRE System to foreign military client with zero discrepancies.
- Developed and implemented a program of instruction for the operation and usage of the VAMPIRE system for client.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen challenges while coordinating with various U.S. and foreign entities without compromising results.
Range Manager
The Range Complex-trc
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted in the planning and execution of various military and law enforcement contracts, training units to a level of proficiency in desired skills.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to ensure a safe training environment for all participants.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop relevant courses that catered to diverse skill levels within the community of tactical instruction.
Tactics Instructor
The Range Complex-trc
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Enhanced training effectiveness by incorporating real-world scenarios and induced stress exercises in lesson plans.
- Maintained safety standards during all training activities, resulting in no injuries or unintentional damage to property.
- Provided personalized training for private individuals operating in high risk environments, leading to higher proficiency and confidence rates among clients.
Training Sergeant Major
United States Army
05.2016 - 03.2018
- Mentored junior military officers and assisted them in developing essential leadership skills required for special operations career advancement.
- Facilitated inter-agency collaboration to deliver joint-training initiatives that encouraged teamwork and mutual understanding between different units within the United States and abroad.
- Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline mission completion.
Personnel Recovery Coordinator
United States Army
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Responsible for the tracking and recovery of deployed task force personnel, utilizing all available sources to accomplish the mission.
- Developed, implemented and operated new technologies in the use of geolocating personnel through coordination with various governmental and private entities.
- Provided forward personnel recovery support assisting in the recovery of 3 American contractors.
K9 Handler
United States Army
09.2006 - 01.2015
- Responsible for the navigation and force protection of a small SOF element through the use of an Assault K9 in all aspects of an operation.
- Conducted more than one thousand real world operations without the loss of American lives.
- Developed numerous TTPs in the delivery and implementation of Assault K9s to reduce the risk of friendly lives during an operation.
Assaulter
United States Army
09.2006 - 01.2015
- Assisted in the recruitment and selection process for new unit members, acting as cadre and instructor.
- Responded swiftly and decisively to high-stakes situations including hostage rescue, anti-terror, and capture/kill operations.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness and marksmanship skills, contributing to overall readiness for no notice response to global threats.
- Maintained a strong working knowledge of weapons and specialized equipment used for breaching, infiltration, and clandestine operations.
Military Police
United States Army
02.1998 - 09.2006
- Ensured protection of United States interests during foreign riots by implementing crowd control measures and eliminating potential threats.
- Served as entry team leader for a military Special Reaction Team, responsible for planning and execution of hostage rescue, barricaded subject, active shooter, and high risk warrant operations.
- Safeguarded VIPs during high-profile visits in foreign countries, implementing stringent security protocols to mitigate risks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy University
Troy, AL03.2018
Skills
- Defensive Driving
- Physical Fitness
- Advanced Marksmanship
- Tactical Planning
- Intelligence Gathering
- Maritime Operations
- Breaching Techniques
- Close Quarters Combat
- Hostage rescue
- Surveillance operations
Timeline
Independent Contractor
KG Consulting
05.2023 - 07.2023
Range Manager
The Range Complex-trc
05.2018 - 05.2019
Tactics Instructor
The Range Complex-trc
05.2018 - 05.2019
Training Sergeant Major
United States Army
05.2016 - 03.2018
Personnel Recovery Coordinator
United States Army
01.2015 - 05.2016
K9 Handler
United States Army
09.2006 - 01.2015
Assaulter
United States Army
09.2006 - 01.2015
Military Police
United States Army
02.1998 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Troy University