Open To Work
Kelsey K. Commisso
Phoenix
Summary
Remote Training & Learning Specialist with over 10 years of experience in public safety. Proven expertise in statewide program coordination and virtual instruction. Skilled in curriculum development and stakeholder training, ensuring practical learning and effective program adoption.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Alerts Coordinator, Arizona Counterterrorism Information Center (ACTIC)
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Phoenix
01.2025 - Current
- Lead onboarding and training for AMBER, SAFE, Blue, and Turquoise Alerts.
- Deliver virtual and live training to law enforcement, intelligence partners, tribal agencies, and investigators.
- Develop modules, presentations, job aids, and reference materials.
- Lead rollout of new legislation-driven alert programs (Turquoise Alert, SAFE Alert), including in-house administrative documents, templates, and training.
- Serve as a public‑facing program representative during briefings and press events.
- Collaborate with the Governor’s Office, DPS Creative Services, and tribal/local agencies to ensure seamless statewide adoption of new systems.
Watch Center Specialist, Duty Office, ACTIC
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Phoenix
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed Arizona’s common operational picture and coordinated real-time intelligence across state and federal partners.
- Activated specialized units, handled urgent threats, and ensured critical situational awareness during high-priority incidents.
- Prepared concise briefings during time‑sensitive events.
- Administered statewide alert activations through IPAWS using Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) and the Emergency Alert System (EAS).
Police Officer
Phoenix Police Department
Phoenix
10.2010 - 10.2020
- Served 8 years in patrol, special operations, and community outreach roles.
- Served on the Special Assignments Unit Crisis Negotiations Team for nearly three years.
- Delivered community‑based safety education and outreach presentations.
- Designated as a Basic Intelligence Officer supporting investigations and tactical planning.
- Instructed recruits using reality‑based scenario training at the Arizona Law Enforcement Academy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ01.2011
Skills
- Virtual and instructor-led training delivery
- Curriculum and job-aid development
- Adult learning and stakeholder education
- Presentation and facilitation
- Cross-agency collaboration
- Public safety and crisis operations
- Data organization and analysis
- Visual content creation
- Remote communication tools
- Learning management systems
- Media and public communication
- Social media strategy
Certification
- FBI 40‑Hour Crisis Negotiation School
- Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) — Basic & Advanced Certification
- Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM-Peer Support Certification)
- Basic Intelligence Officer
- IPAWS / WEA / EAS Alert Administrator
- Leadership & Public‑Safety Communications
- Investigations-Detective School
- Reality-Based Scenario Training (Instructor)
Accomplishments
Employee of the Quarter (October 2025) - Arizona Department of Public Safety-Criminal Investigations Division
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$70000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Alerts Coordinator, Arizona Counterterrorism Information Center (ACTIC)
Arizona Department of Public Safety
01.2025 - Current
Watch Center Specialist, Duty Office, ACTIC
Arizona Department of Public Safety
02.2024 - 01.2025
Police Officer
Phoenix Police Department
10.2010 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Psychology
Arizona State University