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JOHN MONAGHAN III

Rutland,USA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a Master's in Organizational Leadership and Management, driving cultural change and enhancing community engagement in public service. Expertise in organizational transformation, developing resilience among first responders, and implementing data-driven strategies for operational effectiveness.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Colonel

Massachusetts Environmental Police
Boston, MA
07.2025 - Current
  • Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for Massachusetts' statewide environmental and conservation law enforcement agency, overseeing approximately 100 sworn officers and civilian personnel, statewide enforcement operations, organizational resources, interagency partnerships, and regulatory responsibilities
  • Advanced data-driven and stratified policing strategies to identify enforcement priorities, emerging trends, high-risk locations, and repeat offenders, translating intelligence into coordinated operational plans with defined responsibilities from patrol officers to executive command
  • Led comprehensive organizational transformation focused on culture, operational effectiveness, and professional standards, establishing clear expectations for leadership, accountability, decision-making, and performance across all organizational levels
  • Professionalized organizational systems by moving beyond rule-driven compliance to clearly articulated standards, decentralized decision-making, leadership development, and peer accountability, empowering personnel to take ownership of mission and performance
  • Build leadership capacity through emotional intelligence, critical thinking, effective communication, and conflict management, incorporating Struggle Well principles to strengthen officer wellness, resilience, trust, shared purpose, and organizational culture

Post Traumatic Growth Training Guide

Boulder Crest Foundation
Bluemont, VA
01.2023 - Current
  • Conducted workshops guiding first responders in transforming Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS) into personal and professional strengths through Post Traumatic Growth (PTG). Collaborated with New England team to enhance effectiveness of regional initiatives.
  • Guided participants through wellness programs and activities.
  • Facilitated workshops to promote mental health and resilience.
  • Developed tailored support plans for individuals in need.

Wellness and Suicide Prevention Instructor & Trainer

IIR SAFLEO Mental Health / Organizational Health
Tallahassee, FL
01.2022 - Current
  • Presented nationally to empower first responders with essential skills in personal and organizational resilience through wellness and suicide prevention SAFELEO and SAFER TOGETHER community engagement programs. Conducted workshops funded by Bureau of Justice Assistance grants.
  • Delivered engaging mental health workshops to diverse groups of participants.
  • Developed training materials focused on organizational health and well-being.
  • Facilitated group discussions to enhance participant understanding of mental health concepts.

Instructor of Wellbeing & Resilience and Leadership in Action

Roger Williams University
Portsmouth, RI
01.2019 - Current
  • Facilitated final class, inspiring new police leaders to embrace supervisory roles and commitment to their teams
  • Taught first responders skills for personal and organizational resilience, enhancing their wellness and post-traumatic growth

Law Enforcement Consultant

Center for Policing Equity
Denver, USA
11.2021 - 02.2024
  • Lead the Law Enforcement Initiatives team in establishing and maintaining collaborative data exchange protocols, facilitating transparent information flow crucial for developing public safety reimagining efforts
  • Innovate public safety approaches by utilizing data insights to inform the development of strategic baselines, laying the groundwork for collaborative efforts between departments and communities to reduce harm and reimagine safety practices
  • Identified opportunities for values alignment within law enforcement agencies in high conflict areas, fostering cultural change and enhancing community relations
  • Facilitated relationship-building efforts within law enforcement agencies, cultivating connections with diverse communities to bridge gaps and improve understanding

Director of Partnerships

All Aces Inc.
Boston, MA
02.2020 - 11.2021
  • Played a pivotal role in assisting leaders to develop diversity awareness by providing expertise in navigating complex issues and creating a culture of fairness and representation for all members
  • Communicated effectively with prospective clients and vendors as blog writer, webinar host, and lead facilitator, customizing Scope of Work and responding to RFPs to align with organizational values
  • Implemented workshops that enhanced communication, critical thinking, conflict management, and emotional intelligence, addressing workplace conflict challenges
  • Conducted workshops as learning consultant that empowered organizations to cultivate internal equity, wellness, and resilience through critical discussions and strategic implementation

Part Time Police Officer

North Hampton Police Department
North Hampton, NH
04.2020 - 01.2021

Developed policies and grant proposals, established hiring processes from patrol to deputy chief, facilitated training, and designed evaluation metrics emphasizing character-based performance to align with organizational values

  • Enforced laws and maintained public safety in diverse community settings.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of crimes and incidents for accurate reporting.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance to citizens in need.

Chief of Police

Moultonborough Police Department
Moultonborough, NH
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Spearheaded leadership and training methodologies as Chief of Police, supervising diverse team of sixteen sworn and civilian employees. Implemented training programs on implicit bias, procedural justice, and de-escalation, enhancing officer community interactions and fostering trust-building.
  • Managed $1,900,000 department budget, showcasing financial acumen and resource allocation to maintain departmental effectiveness.
  • Led daily operations of department, focusing on long-term strategic development. Implemented policies and visions, prioritizing employee development and aligning with organizational goals in community with seasonal population increase from 5,000 to 40,000.

Chief of Police

Franconia Police Department
Franconia, NH
08.2012 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw development and management of $375,000 department budget, ensuring effective resource allocation to meet community needs
  • Led development of department policies and strategic direction, enhancing community engagement through targeted surveys for seasonal populations of 1,000 to 10,000
  • Collaborated with three select board members, five town department heads, and two school principals, fostering partnerships with various businesses, non-profits, and organizations to benefit the town
  • Enhanced community relations through active participation in public events and town meetings, leveraging traditional and social media for broader outreach

State Trooper

New Hampshire State Police
Concord, NH
03.2002 - 08.2012
  • Collaborated with federal, state, county, and local agencies on investigations, establishing effective relationships for successful coordination and information exchange, leading to resolution of complex cases and critical incidents.
  • Participated in community outreach and education initiatives as a trainer and law enforcement leader, enhancing public safety awareness and engagement.
  • Applied tactical skills from SWAT to enhance school safety, addressing law enforcement challenges in communities with limited public safety resources.
  • LEAN certified to assist Department of Safety with Organizational change, Process and Operational Efficiency.

Patrol Officer

Lebanon Police Department
Lebanon, NH
10.1999 - 03.2002
  • Excelled in the role of Patrol Officer with a specific assignment to the traffic unit. Demonstrated keen attention to detail and enforcement acumen, contributing to enhanced traffic safety and the overall efficiency of law enforcement operations
  • Utilized advanced verbal communication skills to de-escalate conflicts within diverse populations, enhancing interactions between law enforcement and residents. Established a reputation for promoting community trust and cooperation

Education

M.S - Organizational Leadership and Management

Antioch University
Keene, NH
05-2010

120th New Hampshire Police Academy -

New Hampshire Standards and Training Council
Concord, NH
01-2000

AA - Resource Management

Sterling College
Craftsbury Common, VT
05-1992

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Community Engagement
  • Public Safety Innovation
  • Policy Development
  • Organizational Development
  • Emergency Management
  • Strategic planning
  • Budget management
  • Project management
  • Risk assessment
  • Emergency management
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Stakeholder management

Publications

  • Presenter, University of Cork (Ireland) Trauma Studies Masters Program, 01/01/25
  • Presenter, Recover with Resilience-National Asian Police Leadership Symposium, Nashville, TN, 01/01/24
  • Guest, Responder Resilience Podcast: Breaking Free From 'The Man Box', 01/01/24
  • Guest, Code 4 for Couples: The Badge and My Better Half, 01/01/23
  • Panelist, Hope In Resilience - Adverse Childhood Experiences, 10/01/22
  • Guest, WGAN FM 'A Healthy Conversation', 09/01/22
  • Speaker, Ted X Portsmouth, 05/01/22
  • Panelist, Presidential Scholars Washington DC, 04/01/22
  • Guest, Demystifying Diversity Pod-Cast Episode 12 & 13
  • Panelist, University of New Hampshire: Community Policing Series- 'The Role of Black Lives Matter in the future of policing', 02/01/22
  • Performances, Couch to Mic Comedy: John Monaghan Stand Up, Portsmouth, NH, 2022, Bath, ME, 2022, Franconia, NH, 2023, Oxford, MA, 2024
  • Panelist, Policing During a Pandemic Webinar University of Maryland, 06/01/20
  • Presenter, Understanding Social Justice Causes-Presented at regional training Grafton Co and Hollis PD, 2020
  • Presenter, Featured in The Nantucket Project film 'Inside the Box', 2019
  • Article, 'Shoes', The Sun Magazine, 05/01/11

Awards And Memberships

  • Fellow, Nantucket Project, 01/01/23 - 12/31/24
  • Board member, New Futures, 11/01/19 - 12/31/24
  • Keeper, The Nantucket Project Academy, 01/01/19 - 12/31/22
  • Trauma Informed Coach, The Center for Healing, 01/01/23
  • Leadership Learning Exchange for Equity Cohort 8, University of New Hampshire, 01/01/19
  • Facilitator, NH Endowment for Health Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice workgroup, 01/01/18 - 12/31/22
  • Maine Boys to Men Peer Circle, 01/01/19
  • Board of Directors, Littleton Chamber of Commerce, 01/01/17 - 12/31/18
  • ESRG 'Patriotic Employer' award, 01/01/16
  • International Association of Chiefs of Police Member, 01/01/12 - Present
  • New Hampshire Chiefs of Police Association Member, 01/01/12 - 12/31/20
  • Leadership Upper Valley class, 01/01/11
  • Director, Piermont Recreational Committee, 01/01/11 - 12/31/13
  • 120th Police Academy Graduation Speaker
  • Member, USA Triathlon, 01/01/04 - 12/31/22
  • Member, US Cycling Federation, 01/01/06 - 12/31/22
  • Student/assistant instructor, Breathing Lotus School, 01/01/93 - 12/31/02
  • Piermont Public Library Trustee, 01/01/95

Timeline

Colonel

Massachusetts Environmental Police
07.2025 - Current

Post Traumatic Growth Training Guide

Boulder Crest Foundation
01.2023 - Current

Wellness and Suicide Prevention Instructor & Trainer

IIR SAFLEO Mental Health / Organizational Health
01.2022 - Current

Law Enforcement Consultant

Center for Policing Equity
11.2021 - 02.2024

Part Time Police Officer

North Hampton Police Department
04.2020 - 01.2021

Director of Partnerships

All Aces Inc.
02.2020 - 11.2021

Instructor of Wellbeing & Resilience and Leadership in Action

Roger Williams University
01.2019 - Current

Chief of Police

Moultonborough Police Department
01.2018 - 01.2020

Chief of Police

Franconia Police Department
08.2012 - 01.2018

State Trooper

New Hampshire State Police
03.2002 - 08.2012

Patrol Officer

Lebanon Police Department
10.1999 - 03.2002

M.S - Organizational Leadership and Management

Antioch University

120th New Hampshire Police Academy -

New Hampshire Standards and Training Council

AA - Resource Management

Sterling College
JOHN MONAGHAN III