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JOSEPH EDWARD SEMLER

Ocala

Summary

Law Enforcement Officer with experience in executive protection, emergency medical services, and fire response. Proven ability to operate in high-pressure environments while maintaining discretion, situational awareness, and client safety. Combines protective operations expertise with advanced medical training and real-world field experience.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Ocala Police Department
Ocala, FL
2022 - Current
  • As a Patrol Officer, respond to a wide range of emergency and non-emergency calls requiring sound judgment and rapid decision-making.
  • Enforce laws, investigate incidents, and prepare detailed reports
  • De-escalate conflicts and manage volatile situations
  • Provide emergency medical care when necessary
  • Maintain public safety while operating under high-stress conditions

Executive Protection Agent

Gavin de Becker & Associates
Los Angeles, CA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Provided armed close protection for high-profile clients and their families
  • Conducted threat assessments and maintained continuous situational awareness
  • Ensured client safety in residential, travel, and public environments
  • Maintained strict confidentiality and professional discretion

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Care Ambulance
Los Angeles County, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Responded to 911 emergency calls providing ALS and BLS patient care
  • Performed CPR, AED use, bleeding control, and patient stabilization
  • Assisted paramedics in high-acuity situations

Volunteer Firefighter / Engineer

La Habra Heights Fire Department
La Habra Heights, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Responded to fire and rescue emergencies as part of a coordinated team
  • Operated fire apparatus including driving and pumping engines
  • Maintained equipment readiness and operational standards

Senior Skydive Instructor

Go Jump Oceanside
Oceanside, CA
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Completed 12,000+ skydives with a strong safety record
  • Trained students in freefall, parachute operations, and landing techniques
  • Operated in high-risk environments requiring precision and trust

Yoga Instructor

Bhakti Yoga Shala
Santa Monica, CA
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Instructed students in strength, flexibility, and breath control
  • Promoted physical discipline and mental focus

Instructor / Videographer

Skydive San Diego
Jamul, CA
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Trained civilians and military personnel, including U.S. Navy SEALs
  • Instructed emergency procedures, body control, and risk management
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols in high-risk environments

Instructor / Videographer / Test Jumper

Various Locations
CA, NY, FL, New Zealand
01.2007 - 2012

Well traveled while maintaining an excellent safety record training civilians and military.

Education

Police Academy -

College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL
2021

Paramedic Prep Course Certificate -

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
2020

Fire Academy Certificate -

El Camino College
Inglewood, CA
2018

EMT Certificate -

UCLA Center For Prehospital Care
Los Angeles, CA
2017

Associate Degree - Communications

Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL
2002

Skills

  • Executive Protection & Close Protection
  • Threat Assessment & Risk Awareness
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Conflict De-escalation
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Client Confidentiality & Professionalism
  • Integrity and honesty
  • High Stress Decision Making

Certification

  • Police Academy Graduate (Florida)
  • Executive Protection Training — Gavin de Becker & Associates (2020)
  • Firefighter I — California State Fire Marshal (2020)
  • EMT License — California (2018)
  • USPA Skydive Instructor (2009)
  • Yoga Alliance Teacher Training (2014)

Timeline

Executive Protection Agent

Gavin de Becker & Associates
01.2020 - 01.2021

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Care Ambulance
01.2019 - 01.2020

Volunteer Firefighter / Engineer

La Habra Heights Fire Department
01.2019 - 01.2020

Senior Skydive Instructor

Go Jump Oceanside
01.2015 - 01.2018

Yoga Instructor

Bhakti Yoga Shala
01.2015 - 01.2017

Instructor / Videographer

Skydive San Diego
01.2012 - 01.2015

Instructor / Videographer / Test Jumper

Various Locations
01.2007 - 2012

Police Officer

Ocala Police Department
2022 - Current

Police Academy -

College of Central Florida

Paramedic Prep Course Certificate -

UCLA

Fire Academy Certificate -

El Camino College

EMT Certificate -

UCLA Center For Prehospital Care

Associate Degree - Communications

Daytona State College