Kaden Eftink
Elizabeth,CO
Summary
Enlisted in the United States Air Force (USAF) for 7 years and 8 months at the time of separation. Served as a Security Forces member and held countless job titles and performed multiple duties. Progressed through the ranks of E-2 to E-5 becoming a Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) within the USAF. Becoming an NCO brings great responsibilities and a huge role in becoming a front line supervisor for new/younger Airmen. Dedicated countless hours and off time to being involved with Investigative services within the DoD. Through hard work and dedication I became the first Air Force Security Forces member to integrate and build a new position with U.S Navy Criminal Investigations Division NAS Sigonella, Italy, which ultimately built a role with NCIS Resident Agency Sigonella, Italy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Forces Entry Controller
United States Air Force
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Maintain a high level of vigilance while standing watch at the Entry Control Points, deny access to unauthorized individuals, conduct traffic enforcement duties, as well as other normal Military Law Enforcement duties.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Security Forces Patrolman
United States Air Force
02.2017 - 08.2019
- Executed decisions and actions based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations.
- Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment, and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations.
- Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
- Tasked with conducting patrols of installation to ensure safekeeping of USAF assets, personnel, and property.
- Respond to any and all 911 calls, emergencies, or situations that occur on the installation.
- Conduct any and all normal Military Law Enforcement duties such as: traffic enforcement, community relations, presence patrols, and additional security. Patrol assigned district(s) to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals and neighborhoods.
- Delivered training sessions to educate personnel on security policies and procedures.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Area Supervisor
United States Air Force
10.2022 - Current
- Oversaw 24/7 security leading 10 personnel shift, responsible for 3 Restricted Areas housing $650M in Protection Level resources, which powers mission support, delivering Presidential directed Sensitive Reconnaissance Operations across 3 Combatant Commands.
- Initial On-scene Commander for emergency crisis, directing joint efforts with USN, NATO, and Italian Air Force Security Forces to safeguard 5.8K base personnel throughout 3 geographical separated sites.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Security Forces Armorer
United States Air Force
10.2021 - Current
- Created inspection reports for weapons inspections, reporting to unit weapon custodian with assigned suspense dates to correct discrepancies.
- Built and maintained operational instructions to provide guidance, supporting well-executed field and tactical operations.
- Managed physical security of weapons, munitions and keys, coordinating organization and inventory tracking to maintain consistency.
- Directly responsible for conducting inventory of all Security Forces weapons, ammo, less lethal, and equipment.
Alarm Monitor
United States Air Force
02.2021 - Current
- Answered and responded to phone inquiries and radio communications relating to building security and emergency or crisis situations.
- Questioned callers to determine locations and nature of problems to determine type of response needed.
- Contacted external agencies such as paramedic, fire, ambulance and police services to handle critical incidents.
- Directly responsible for monitoring over 300 alarm points, cameras, and secured facilities.
- Primary communications for Security Forces patrol as well as on duty shift workers needing to access secure facilities.
- Recorded dates, times, destinations and types of calls or messages received and transmitted, using Air Force Justice Information System.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
Internal Security Response Team Member
United States Air Force
09.2020 - Current
- Directly responsible for protecting and safe guarding Protection Level 2, 3, and 4 assets deemed by the United States Air Force and Department of Defense.
- Charged with providing security measures for secured compounds, roaming patrols, as well as tasked with dealing with any hostile or non hostile situations.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Military Police Investigator
United States Navy Criminal Investigations Divisio
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Investigated security issues involving domestic violence, assault, and theft occurring on base among active military members.
- Led investigations of traffic fatalities by assessing evidence, surrounding factors and identifying antecedent of events to identify and mitigate intersection blind spots and hazards.
- Partnered with Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Resident Agency Sigonella, Italy, for narcotics operations, including undercover operations and confidential informants. This case involved 30+ interviews and interrogations, evidence seizure, and multiple arrests made.
- Personal Security Detail in coordination with multiple agencies (CIA, Secret Service, AFOSI, NCIS, USACID, and FBI), for President and Vice President of the United States of America, Director of National Intelligence, Secretary of Defense, Secretary of State, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Host Nation Presidents/Politicians, and U.S Congressman/women.
- Conducted over 100 Criminal Investigations against the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), Title 18 and 21 United States Code including deaths, narcotic violations, aggravated assaults, sexual assaults, computer crimes, crimes against children, fraud, providing false statements, and counter intelligence matters.
Response Force Leader
United States Air Force
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Planned, controlled and executed foreign internal defense, strike operations and other related special operations
- Tasked with being a team leader in a Security Response Force of 5 or more team members.
- Remained composed and poised in physically demanding, high-stress situations and taught others how to remain same level-headed approach.
- Leveraged polished written and verbal communication skills to provide senior leaders with information needed to make strategic tactical decisions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Volunteer Firefighter
Fruitland Area Fire Protection District
09.2015 - 02.2017
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Complete incident reports detailing actions taken during emergencies for record-keeping purposes.
- Communicate effectively under pressure to ensure coordinated efforts during emergencies.
- Attend regular training sessions to maintain skills in firefighting techniques, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
Emergency Medical Dispatcher
Cape County Private Ambulance Service
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Communicated pre-arrival instructions to emergency medical personnel, helping first responders deliver appropriate care and support to individuals.
- Operated emergency response systems to update and retrieve up-to-date information for first responders.
- Reduced risks and emergency response issues by observing public safety field units.
- Assisted callers in emergency situations with appropriate information and support.
- Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official EMS units while tracking data in real-time environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Work closely with other emergency service agencies to coordinate multi-agency responses for complex incidents requiring additional support.
- Provide reassurance and guidance to callers during high-stress situations, offering pre-arrival instructions for medical emergencies until help arrives.
- Monitor available resources and personnel status to ensure optimal deployment of emergency services based on real-time needs.
- Receive and assess incoming emergency calls from the public, determining the nature and urgency of the situation to prioritize responses effectively.
- Utilize active listening skills to extract critical information from callers, including location, type of emergency, number of individuals involved, and any potential hazards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD08.2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD07.2023
No Degree - Airman Leadership School
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL02.2023
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL02.2023
High School Diploma -
Jackson Senior High School
Jackson, MO05.2016
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Emergency Response
- Quality Control
- Safety Management
- Multi-unit management
- Operational Efficiency
- Team Management
- Program Leadership
- Reporting skills
- Stress Tolerance
- Providing Clear Directions
- Documentation And Reporting
- Active Listening
- 911 System Information Databases
- Radio Frequencies Monitoring
- Decision-Making
- CPR and First Aid
- Computer-aided dispatching
- Emergency Medical Instruction
- Computer Skills
- Dispatch Coordination
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Telephone Etiquette
- Map Reading
- Call Management
Accomplishments
Certificates:
- Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service National Emergency Response and Recovery Oct 2022 – Oct 2024 - Online- Forensics- Evidence- Investigation- Digital.
- McAfee Institute Certified Social Media Intelligence Analyst (SMIA) Feb 2024 – Mar 2024 - Social Media- Investigations- Dating Applications- Law- Criminal- Background.
- L6 - Antiterrorism Level III Certificate Nov 2021 – Oct 2024 - Antiterrorism - Homeland Security - National Security- Digital.
- FEMA - IS-00100.c: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100 - Date Completed: July 2024.
- FEMA - IS-00700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System - Date Completed: July 2024.
- FEMA - IS-00800.d: National Response Framework, An Introduction - Date Completed: July 2024.
- FEMA - IS-00909: Community Preparedness: Implementing Simple Activities for Everyone - Date Completed: July 2024.
Awards:
- 4 United States Air Force Achievement Medals UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Feb 2017.
- 2 United States Navy Achievement Medals. United States Navy, Sep 2021.
- Korean Defense Service Medal UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Sep 2020.
- 2 Humanitarian Service Medals UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Jun 2020.
- 2 United States Air Force Good Conduct Medals UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Feb 2020.
- 2 Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, May 2019.
- NCO of The First Quarter. United States Air Force, March 2024.
Timeline
Military Police Investigator
United States Navy Criminal Investigations Divisio
11.2022 - 04.2024
Area Supervisor
United States Air Force
10.2022 - Current
Security Forces Armorer
United States Air Force
10.2021 - Current
Alarm Monitor
United States Air Force
02.2021 - Current
Internal Security Response Team Member
United States Air Force
09.2020 - Current
Response Force Leader
United States Air Force
08.2019 - 09.2020
Security Forces Entry Controller
United States Air Force
08.2017 - 08.2019
Security Forces Patrolman
United States Air Force
02.2017 - 08.2019
Emergency Medical Dispatcher
Cape County Private Ambulance Service
08.2016 - 12.2016
Volunteer Firefighter
Fruitland Area Fire Protection District
09.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
No Degree - Airman Leadership School
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Jackson Senior High School
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