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Joe A. Sharp

Sneads Ferry,NC

Summary

Experienced instructor with exceptional interpersonal skills, creating a positive learning environment for success. Delivered comprehensive topical knowledge through various teaching methods to promote deeper understanding. Proficient in developing effective test instruments to support and validate course curriculum. Adept combat engineer implementing efficient procedures, leading peers, excelling in diverse working conditions, and managing multiple responsibilities. Skilled civil affairs team chief organizing bilateral training and operations to detect and neutralize explosives, committed to infrastructure construction and anti-vehicular obstacles. Adept at developing new SOPs to support Coast Guard WMD program and COVID-19 response efforts. Proficient in managing high-stress teams, planning complex military operations, and implementing safety-focused policies and procedures.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CBRNE Instructor

Threat Management Group LLC
02.2019 - 03.2025
  • Provides specialized training for various missions, including those related to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) operations.
  • Focus on leadership roles and management strategies within CBRNE-WMD organizations, learning to navigate the legal, regulatory, and operational frameworks for effective response to asymmetric threats and developing skills in strategic planning, interagency coordination, and crisis communication.
  • Responsible for developing and applying incident-response practices in a realistic environment.
  • Explain the course of action for a CBRNE response, including triage, decontamination, scene survey, and monitoring operations, and perform these operations while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • As an instructor I focused on providing relevant and credible maritime security training and operational testing and evaluation in support of Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security missions.
  • Providing hands-on training that prepares responders to safely conduct mission activities such as identification, control, defeat, disable, exploit, and disposal across the operational continuum.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning. Using level 3 survey's.
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.

Training Manager/ Instructor

Aegis Defense Services/ GaradWorld Federal Services
07.2015 - 10.2017
  • I oversee all aspects of range safety management and training events for Combat Quarter Battle (CQB), personal recovery (PR), direct action (DR), and Maritime operations OCONUS and CONUS, including conducting risk analysis, risk management, and prevention.
  • Plan and Coordinate training events and evaluations that may improve further course development in key areas. From surveys and end-of-course evaluations, and from group discussions.
  • Advises management on information associated with the implementation and effectiveness of command-wide Behavioral Health prevention, education, and awareness programs/initiatives for military members and their family members.
  • Critically assesses unit-level prevention education and training needs.
  • Provides critical analysis of training processes and procedures; and ensures implementation of training curriculum meets specific and measurable learning objectives.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with and gain the confidence and cooperation of supervisors and managers to accept proposals on complex issues; organize and communicate effectively orally and in writing at briefings and training sessions, with inner service leadership, media representatives, and in professional conferences and training workshops to encourage understanding and acceptance of programming.
  • As Training Instructor, I oversee the assessment and selection process of the candidates going through the Worldwide Protection Security program.
  • I determine the suitability and security eligibility of individuals for entry and retention in sensitive and non-sensitive positions and make security clearance determinations for employees or other persons (Host Nationals, Third Country Nationals TCNs).
  • I oversee the training for the Advance High Threat Close Protection (PSD) course.
  • I oversee the assessment and selection course, covering diplomatic security and worldwide protection services, developed for hostile environments.
  • I oversee the basic & advanced executive/ Close protection (roles & responsibilities), advanced executive/ close protection foot technique & vehicle formations, close protection & security operational planning, threat assessments and & risk analysis, risk management, conflict resolution & security policies, site surveys, security advances & route reconnaissance, close-quarters combat (CQC) & defensive shooting skills, interpersonal skills & conflict management (realistic incidents), physical intervention skills & crisis management, advanced weapons training (pistols, carbines, rifles & shotguns), anti-kidnap techniques & security awareness for hostile environments, force on force (SIMUNITION) realistic high-risk security scenarios, protective surveillance (protective security operations).
  • Use training management processes and tools, the Systems Approach to Training (SAT) and Program of Instruction (POI) Development, Analysis, and Improvement to plan, conduct and help improve the A&S WSP program.
  • Provide a performance report on each training site (OCONUS & CONUS) to training headquarters upon the conclusion of the courses.
  • Review and evaluate reports of investigations, personnel files, and other records to determine whether to grant, deny, revoke, suspend, or restrict security clearances consistent with national security and/or suitability issues.
  • Interview applicants to resolve questions concerning derogatory information developed during the investigation and may testify at formal hearings regarding the clearance processes.
  • Responsible for the development, implementation, effective management, and maintenance of the U.S. Embassy Kabul’s Insider Threat program.

Chief Engineer/ Platoon Sergeant

2D Marine Special Operation Battalion & Logistic Battalion
06.2012 - 04.2015
  • I assisted in the training within the battalion to meet the required training per the Training & Readiness Standards (T&R) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
  • Supervise the coordination, tracking, and scheduling of training exercises and provide evaluations of performance.
  • Military Operation in Urban Terrain (MOUT), Ordnance removal and Sabotage.
  • Provide feedback and strategize on alternative plans of action to ensure combat readiness.
  • Completed annual capital budgeting, invoice review and approval and weekly work schedules.
  • As Chief Engineer, ensure all training involving engineer operations; Engineer Reconnaissance, Sabotage, planning and using demolition charges in the field and on deployment, Mine Sweeping/ Counter-Improves Explosive Devices removal, Counterterrorism, and Land Navigation (day & night).
  • Administered safety plans to train as the safety officer at 2nd MOSB on meeting and exceeding OSHA safety standards and headquarters' expectations.
  • As Platoon Sergeant, assist in the assignment and selection (A&S) by supervising and providing equipment, specialized gear, and role players as needed.
  • Provide engineer capabilities for all exercises OCONUS and CONUS.

Team Chief/ Chief Engineer

III Marine Expeditionary Force/ Civil Affairs Detachment
01.2009 - 06.2012
  • As a plank owner of the newly established Civil Affairs detachment, I oversaw the development of the Standard Operating Procedures; Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures; Mission Essential Task List, and developed the Combined Arms Training Strategies tool based on the guidance from the Marine Expeditionary Force commanding officer and officers and staff at the G-3 and G-5.
  • As Team Chief, I coordinate and execute all actions involving Civil-Military Operations and Special Operation Forces missions.
  • Conduct Area studies on all designated Areas of Operations in the Pacific Region.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Assist in the development of the evacuation plan for Nepal’s 2015 earthquake relief operations.
  • Assist in Joint Special Operations in Operation Freedom Eagle 2009-2011.
  • As Team Chief, I oversee the training, mentoring, and preparing of Marines assigned to Special Operation Pacific Command, Civil Affairs Detachment in operational tasks.
  • Responding to all man-made and natural disasters in the Pacific Region as part of a Disaster Assessment Response Team (DART), ensuring people received proper care and assistance through coordination with the local government, non-government agencies, other government agencies, and non-profit organizations.
  • Provide guidance and training to local military groups in Counter Improvised Explosive Devices, Mine Sweeping, Removal, and Tactical Combat Casualty Care.
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • I oversee, tasks including the security clearance system Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS), also in Information Security—integrate all-source security measures to ensure adequate protection of classified documents/items; provide policy input regarding the security of classified information/items.
  • Monitor activity compliance/programs implementation through review and analysis of plans surveys, and inspection findings, corrective action in accordance with the Personnel Security Program under DoD Instruction 5200.02.
  • Counterintelligence, Threat Analysis, Threat Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)—coordinates a variety of counterintelligence services such as Communication Security (COMSEC) monitoring, assists in Signal Security (SIGSEC) plans, analysis, document reviews, prepares basic signal security reports in support of Operation Security (OPSEC)—ensure the protection of sensitive technologies, programs, and information of assigned range projects from unauthorized or hostile exploitation.
  • Experience developing and implementing Behavioral Health prevention educational training programs.
  • Experience preparing and obtaining training materials used in Behavioral Health prevention programs including lesson plans, resource guides, and films.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Studies & Defense Analysis

Norwich University
Northfield, VT

Master of Strategic Studies -

Norwich University
Northfield, VT
12.2026

Skills

  • Strategic planner
  • Collaborative strategic planning
  • Curriculum delivery
  • Marksmanship training specialist
  • Tactical Combat Casualty Care (Live Tissue)
  • Course design expertise
  • Skilled in creating professional documents
  • Curriculum planning and implementation
  • Excel proficiency
  • PowerPoint presentation development
  • Effective team leadership
  • SharePoint development

Accomplishments

  • Staff Non-Commissary Career Course 2012
  • Sapper's Leadership Course 2009
  • Sergeant's Leadership Course 2010
  • Shellback USS Essex 2010
  • Corporals Leadership Course Resident 2008


Certification

  • Certified Range Safety Officer, SMTC-2025
  • Held DoD Secret Clearance
  • Held Dos Secret Clearance

Hobbies and Interests

  • Sustainability
  • Gym
  • Traveling
  • Fishing
  • Politics
  • History
  • Extraterrestrial hypothesis
  • Exploration
  • Science and technology

Timeline

CBRNE Instructor

Threat Management Group LLC
02.2019 - 03.2025

Training Manager/ Instructor

Aegis Defense Services/ GaradWorld Federal Services
07.2015 - 10.2017

Chief Engineer/ Platoon Sergeant

2D Marine Special Operation Battalion & Logistic Battalion
06.2012 - 04.2015

Team Chief/ Chief Engineer

III Marine Expeditionary Force/ Civil Affairs Detachment
01.2009 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Studies & Defense Analysis

Norwich University

Master of Strategic Studies -

Norwich University

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