Accomplished public safety professional with over 25 years of experience in law enforcement, specializing in complex investigations and possessing a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system. Expertise in conducting interviews, applying evidence-based investigative practices, and delivering clear, effective communication. Proven skills in conflict resolution, meticulous report writing, and interpreting policies and procedures, complemented by a strong ability to provide credible court testimony. Additionally, knowledgeable sales consultant adept at driving revenue growth through strategic client relationships and effective sales techniques, consistently exceeding targets while enhancing customer satisfaction through tailored solutions.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Consultant
Warrenton Toyota
02.2019 - Current
Generated leads through cold calling and networking, resulting in new client acquisition.
Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to tailor vehicle recommendations for clients.
Conducted product demonstrations and test drives to showcase vehicle features and benefits effectively.
Negotiated contracts and closed sales deals to meet or exceed monthly targets.
Provided exceptional customer service, maintained strong relationships with clients, to improve client satisfaction and enhance new sales opportunities.
Stayed up to date on industry trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities for growth.
Chief Deputy
Rappahannock County Sheriff's Office
02.2012 - 02.2019
Served as the second in command of the Sheriff's Office, supporting the Sheriff's vision and mission for the agency.
Efficiently and effectively provided oversight of the department's daily operations by writing and implementing policies and procedures, leading to an improvement in operational efficiency.
Cultivated new employees through developing, implementing, and participating in a fair and equal hiring process, as well as conducting thorough and comprehensive background investigations.
Promoted employee development by developing and managing department training programs, and implementing and participating in a fair and equal promotional process.
Ensured the standards of the office were met through employee accountability by conducting fair and objective administrative investigations and imposing employee discipline as necessary.
Processed property insurance claims with insurance carriers and oversaw investigations of inter-officer property loss.
Managed workers' comp claims and assisted with defending unemployment claims.
Served as the agency's FMLA manager ensuring employee rights were met, federal law was followed, and no burden was placed on the department.
Served as safety compliance officer for the department, ensuring OSHA standards were met, specifically required training compliance with biohazard exposure.
Assisted in making budget presentations to the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors.
Spearheaded major programs from the beginning stages through completion, including the creation of an unmanned aircraft program for the department.
Served as scene commander of major incidents and criminal investigations, providing direction and guidance to staff while utilizing incident management and emergency response skills.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Managed team performance, providing mentorship and support to enhance productivity.
Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline workflow efficiency.
First Sergeant
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office
08.1993 - 01.2012
1993-1995: Served as Emergency Communications Officer, receiving and dispatching law enforcement and fire & rescue calls, demonstrating strong customer service skills.
1995-1997: Ensured safety and security of the adult detention center as a Deputy Sheriff, applying conflict resolution techniques.
1997-2005: Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls for service in the county as a Deputy Sheriff, Corporal & Sergeant in the Patrol Division, utilizing emergency response protocols.
1998-2010 (Approx.): Served as a member of the Sheriff's Emergency Response Team (S.E.R.T) and assistant team commander, resolving high-risk incidents such as barricaded subjects and hostage situations with effective incident management.
2005-2011: Investigated major crimes, specializing in undercover drug and gang investigations, as well as fire and explosive investigations as a Detective in the Criminal Investigations Division, employing complex investigative skills.
2011-2012: Oversaw safety and security of the court complex and supervised the civil process unit as a First Sergeant in the Court Security & Civil Process Division, managing personnel effectively.
Deputy Chief of Police (Part-Time)
Remington Police Department
01.2002 - 01.2004
Managed daily police department operations, ensuring effective incident management and emergency response using best practices in Emergency Preparedness, reducing incident response time.
Made presentations to the Town Council on public safety initiatives, emphasizing Public Safety strategies and community engagement.
Assisted in writing grants for funding and equipment, demonstrating strong project management skills, securing funding.
Wrote and implemented general orders for the department, focusing on law enforcement protocols and compliance.
Participated in the hiring process of new employees, emphasizing personnel management skills, background investigations, and training programs.
Dates are approximate
Police Officer (Part-Time)
U.S. Department of Defense
01.1998 - 01.1999
Maintained public safety and security for U.S. military base.
Enforced federal criminal and traffic laws while ensuring emergency preparedness, incident management, and emergency response.
Dates are approximate
Education
High School / GED - Fire Science And Protection
Fauquier High School
Warrenton, VA
06.1992
Skills
Customer Service
Public Safety
Law Enforcement
Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Response
Conflict resolution
Incident Management
Complex Investigations
Conduct Interviews
Case management
Report writing
Criminal justice system
Background Investigations
Policy and procedure
HR
Personnel Management
Microsoft Windows
VCIN
Fire Service
EMS
Hazmat
Training Programs
Emergency Vehicle Operation
Time management
Customer relationship management
CRM proficiency
Objection handling
Affiliations
Remington Vol. Fire & Rescue Department Inc.
Blue Ridge Narcotics & Gang Task Force
Northern Virginia Gang Task Force
Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police
Southern States Police Benevolent Association - Virginia Division
Fraternal Order of Police - Virginia Lodge 65 Page Valley Lodge-Luray
International Association of Arson Investigators
Certification
MTSPC - Master Toyota Sales Consultant Certification
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
MANAGEMENT / LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Employment Law: Federal Employment Discrimination Under Title VII – National Sheriff's Association
Employment Law: Basics of Civil Litigation Practice – National Sheriff's Association
Employment Law: Fair Labor Standards Act – National Sheriff's Association
Lawful Employment Practices – Virginia Sheriff's Institute
Lawful Hiring – VML Insurance
Public Information Officer Awareness – Emergency Management Institute
Criminal & LE Records & the Freedom of Information Act – Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Counsel
Policies & Procedures – Law Enforcement Training Network
Conducting Administrative Investigations – Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Background Investigations – Police One
Grant Writing – Grant Writing USA
Preventing Sexual Harassment – Lord Fairfax Community College
Leadership I Transition– Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Next Generation Leaders for Chiefs & Sheriffs – National Conference Center
Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)– Emergency Management Institute
ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents – Emergency Management Institute
National Incident Management System – Emergency Management Institute
National Response Plan – Emergency Management Institute
Critical Incident Management for Active Shooters – Critical Incident Decisions LLC
FIRE & RESCUE TRAINING:
Firefighter I & II – Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP)
Fire Services Training Instructor I – VDFP
Hazardous Materials Incident Training Level 1 – VDFP
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course – Class I, II, & III - VDFP
A complete transcript of Fire and Rescue training is available upon request.
FIRE & EXPLOSION INVESTIGATION TRAINING:
Fire & Explosion Investigations–Virginia Fire Marshal Academy
Tractor & Farm Machinery Fire / Explosion Investigations–International Association of Arson Investigators
Hoarding dangers to Fire Investigators–International Association of Arson Investigators
Incident Command Structure during Fire Investigations–International Association of Arson Investigators
Fatal Fire Investigations – Prince William County Department of Fire & Rescue
Lightning and Surge Protection – Engineering Design & Testing Corp.
Spontaneous Ignition & Pyrolysis - International Association of Arson Investigators
Infrared Thermography - International Association of Arson Investigators
Geographic Profiling – Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Investigating Filicide by Fire – Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
The Role of the Forensic Laboratory in Fire Investigations – Department of Forensic Science
GENERAL INVESTIGATIONS:
Basic Criminal Investigations–Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Advanced Criminal Investigations–Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Burglary & Property Crimes Investigations–Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Forensic Investigations–Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Reid Interview & Interrogation - John Reid and Associates
Kinesic Interviewing – Public Agency Training Council
Cellular Phone Investigations – Public Agency Training Council
DRUG INVESTIGATIONS:
Clandestine Drug Lab Investigations–Drug Enforcement Administration
TOPGUN Drug Investigation & Prosecution–Virginia Commonwealth's Attorney Council
Narcotic Investigations–Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Undercover Operations–Fairfax County Police Academy
Drug Interdiction–Maryland State Police
Search Warrant Process–Virginia Community Policing Institute
Master Drug Canine Handler (1998 to 2000)–American Society for Canine Trainers
First on scene Meth awareness – Network Environmental Services
Drug Law Enforcement Training Program – Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
GANG INVESTIGATIONS:
Gang Investigations–Virginia Gang Investigators Association
Tactical Gang Training–Northern Virginia Gang Task Force & Fairfax P.D. SWAT
Street Gang Awareness for law Enforcement/Educators – Virginia Community Policing Institute
Certified Gang Specialist – Virginia Gang Investigators Association
Targeting Gang & Gun Violence – National District Attorney's Association
The Sovereign Citizen – Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Service
INSTRUCTOR:
Field Training Officer –Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
General Instructor–Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Service
H&K sub-machine gun & Colt Instructor–Singleton International
Live Fire Shoot House Instructor–Singleton International
Taser M26 & X26 Instructor (2001 to 2008)–Taser International
Speed Measurement Instructor - Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Driver Instructor - Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
Digital Eyewitness Patrol Car Video System Instructor – Kustom Signals
REVIVE Training of Trainers – Virginia Department of Behavioral Health
TACTICAL TRAINING:
Basic S.W.A.T.–Excalibur Enterprise
Advanced S.W.A.T.–Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Dynamic Live Fire Entries–Singleton International
Clandestine Drug Lab Entries–Drug Enforcement Administration
Less Lethal Munitions–Fauquier County Sheriff's Office
Chemical Munitions & Distraction Devices–Fauquier County Sheriff's Office
S.W.A.T. Training –North Carolina Justice Academy
Live Fire, Dynamic Clearing Techniques – Singleton International
Active Shooter Response – Rappahannock County Sheriff's Office
GENERAL L.E. TRAINING:
Basic Jail Operations–Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Basic Civil Process & Court Security–Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Basic Law Enforcement–Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Basic Communications Officer – Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
Radar / Lidar Certification – Fauquier County Sheriff's Office
Flying Armed – Fauquier County Sheriff's Office
Breath Alcohol Operator – Department of Forensic Science
VCIN Level B – Virginia State Police
CPR, AED & First Aid – American Heart Association
Basic Workplace Security Awareness – Emergency Management Institute
AVIATION:
Commercial Remote Pilots License – FAA
Remote Pilot Airman Certification Class – Piedmont Virginia Community College