Joseph Taylor

Verify valid government ID, age, residency, and eligibility before any transaction begins

Accurately complete ATF Form 4473 and ensure all fields are reviewed for errors

Run and document NICS background checks in full compliance with federal and state law

Clearly explain legal requirements, waiting periods, and customer responsibilities

Guide suppressor customers through the eForm 4 process (individual vs. trust, prints, photo, tax stamp)

Secure and track NFA items during the approval period; release only upon ATF approval

Provide education on safe storage, transport laws, and proper use without offering legal advice beyond policy

Deliver a professional, compliance-first customer experience that prioritizes safety and accuracy

Instruct safe, controlled draw from holster with emphasis on muzzle discipline and trigger finger index

Teach step-by-step holster presentation: grip, clear, rotate, join, extend, sights on target

Reinforce re-holstering slowly and deliberately with full visual confirmation

Demonstrate proper use of barricades: minimize exposure, use cover effectively, avoid crowding cover

Teach positional shooting from standing, kneeling, and supported barricade positions

Coach pistol fundamentals: stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger press, recoil management, follow-through

Coach rifle fundamentals: stock weld, sight picture, sling use, recoil control, target transitions

Instruct safe movement while shooting: heel-to-toe steps, muzzle stability, awareness of footing

Emphasize target identification, threat assessment, and 360° situational awareness at all times

Maintain strict range control and immediate correction of any unsafe movement or handling

Teach an efficient, repeatable drawstroke from concealment focused on economy of motion, master grip acquisition, and rapid sight confirmation

Integrate draw-to-first-shot standards with accountability for accuracy, not just speed

Develop barricade proficiency using cover vs. concealment principles, angular exposure control, and support-side engagement

Instruct positional work around cover (standing, kneeling, rollover, and supported positions) with stability and minimal signature

Refine pistol performance through recoil management, visual patience, cadence control, and predictive tracking of sights

Advance rifle handling with consistent cheek weld, sling management, target transitions, and recoil impulse control

Train movement with purpose: lateral, forward, and rearward movement while maintaining muzzle stability and balance

Emphasize decision-making under stress: target discrimination, shoot/no-shoot judgment, and threat prioritization

Incorporate scanning, environmental awareness, and post-engagement assessment into every drill

Enforce strict safety, range discipline, and professional coaching standards throughout dynamic exercises

Verify eligibility, identification, and residency requirements before initiating any firearm or NFA transaction

Maintain precise compliance with ATF, NICS, 4473, and A&D bound book procedures at every step

Clearly explain the purchase process, timelines, and legal responsibilities without speculation or legal advice

Guide NFA customers through eForm requirements (individual vs. trust, fingerprints, photo, tax stamp) with accuracy

Secure, track, and document all NFA inventory during pending approval periods

Present firearms safely with consistent chamber checks and muzzle discipline at the counter

Recommend appropriate, compliant accessories based on the customer’s intended use

Provide education on safe storage, transport laws, and responsible ownership practices

Deliver a professional, patient, and informative customer experience for first-time and experienced buyers alike

Close each interaction by confirming understanding, completing documentation accurately, and inviting the customer back

Provided 24/7 installation security as an Entry Control Point (ECP) Gate Guard, verifying credentials, controlling access, and preventing unauthorized entry to a high-security Air Force base.

Conducted routine and random security patrols across base facilities, housing, and restricted zones to deter threats, identify vulnerabilities, and ensure continuous force protection.

Assigned to Visitor Control Center, performing background checks, vetting credentials, and processing guest access in compliance with DoD security protocols.

Executed flight line security patrols safeguarding aircraft, critical assets, and controlled areas, maintaining strict adherence to airfield safety and security standards.

Responded rapidly to alarms, incidents, and suspicious activity, coordinating with Security Forces and base agencies to neutralize potential risks.

Maintained detailed incident reports, access logs, and patrol documentation with high accuracy and accountability.

Demonstrated professionalism and authority while interacting with military personnel, civilians, and contractors in high-pressure environments.

Deployed to Kenya in support of overseas contingency operations, providing force protection, perimeter security, and asset defense in a forward operating environment.

Adapted to austere deployment conditions while maintaining mission readiness and operational effectiveness.

Trusted with safeguarding personnel, resources, and sensitive areas vital to Air Force operations.