Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Kenneth J. Bradley

Concord,NH

Summary

Self-motivated, energetic, and resourceful professional with 30+ years of Federal / State law enforcement experience in positions of progressive responsibility. Versatile, determined leader adept at forging steadfast relations and promoting consensus among multilevel, multicultural groups. Background in complex global law enforcement, political environments with a proven track record of success. Skills include operations, investigations, budgeting, training program and policy development. Team player and innovator to include core competencies of law enforcement with command level experience.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Drug Intelligence Officer

New England HIDTA
01.2016 - Current
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring access for authorized personnel only.
  • Identified trends in intelligence data to provide actionable insights for strategic planning.
  • Collected and analyzed diverse data forms to enhance situational awareness.
  • Briefed senior personnel on emerging threats to inform decision-making processes.
  • Incorporated lessons learned from prior operations to strengthen intelligence capabilities.
  • Developed timely intelligence products to support field operations effectively.
  • Produced multi-source intelligence reports for various agency stakeholders.
  • Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders across government agencies, promoting collaboration on intelligence matters.
  • Prioritized threat levels for analyzing and communication.

Fusion Analyst

New England HIDTA
01.2016 - Current
  • Established strong working relationships with other departments involved in the intelligence cycle, ultimately enhancing overall mission success.
  • Supported continuous learning by staying abreast of industry advancements in data fusion techniques and tools.
  • Enhanced data accuracy by employing advanced data fusion techniques and tools.
  • Streamlined information-sharing processes, enhancing collaboration between team members and external partners.
  • Delivered timely and accurate briefings to key stakeholders based on synthesized multi-source intelligence data.
  • Identified trends and patterns in complex datasets, providing valuable insights to support strategic planning initiatives.
  • Provided subject matter expertise on data fusion techniques, contributing to knowledge growth within the organization.

Operations Coordinator

DEA. Special Operations Division
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Support and coordinate high level synthetic drug operations, internet investigations, money laundering and terrorist related investigations
  • Review and evaluate reports within intelligence products for investigative leads
  • Responsible for coordination and high-level briefings for operations in US, Asia, Europe as well as other locations abroad
  • Retired
  • Collaborated with area managers to evaluate needs and optimize operational plans.
  • Provided direction and guidance to internal teams in order to achieve targets.

Country Attaché

DEA, Warsaw Country Office
01.2009 - 11.2013
  • Principal narcotics adviser to the U.S
  • Ambassador to Poland and Ukraine and directed all operations of DEA
  • Contributed to the preparation of Mission Action Plans and International Narcotics Control Strategy Report
  • Member of the Embassy Law Enforcement Working Group and Counterterrorism Working Group responsible for the formulating threat assessments and mitigation strategies and addressing action items and policy issues affecting the Embassy
  • Directed all investigative and liaison activity of DEA in Poland and Ukraine
  • Conducted a multi-national investigation into the largest seizure of cocaine in the history of Ukraine and disrupted a large scale organized crime syndicate operating in Ukraine and Moldova.
  • Cultivated cooperation of Polish and Ukrainian law enforcement, intelligence, border and custom services
  • Conducted multiple briefings to the Ukrainian Intelligence Services, Ukrainian Custom Services and Polish National Police Central Bureau of Investigation, Polish Custom and Border Service and Polish intelligence Service (ABW) on operations and established a greater in-house DEA presence in their office
  • Received meritorious and commendations from the primary law enforcement agencies in Ukraine and Poland, The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the Polish National Police, Criminal Bureau of Investigation (CBS)

Group Supervisor

DEA, New York Field Division
01.2004 - 06.2009
  • Supervised DEA enforcement / investigative group comprised of twelve (12) special agents
  • Directed and oversaw federal narcotics and money laundering investigations with both domestic and extraterritorial jurisdiction
  • Provided expert testimony in Southern and Eastern Judicial Districts on multiple occasions
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Devised strategic plans that aligned with company goals, driving sustainable growth and long-term success.
  • Planned and implemented daily activities and responsibilities of 12 team members.
  • Drove employee engagement initiatives that resulted in higher morale, increased retention rates, and greater job satisfaction among team members.
  • Overcame complex challenges by leveraging analytical skills and innovative problem-solving techniques.
  • Continuously assessed group performance, providing constructive feedback and implementing targeted improvement measures to optimize results.
  • Assisted in interviewing and hiring of new candidates.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided feedback.
  • Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.

Special Agent

DEA, New York Field Division
01.1995 - 01.2004
  • Conducted and coordinated US domestic and international investigations, multi-agency and multi-jurisdictional in scope
  • Initiated numerous large-scale investigations targeting drug organizations operating primarily in the US, Mexico, Central and South America and Europe in collaboration with U.S
  • Attorney’s Offices in New York
  • Coordinated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations.
  • Managed sensitive informants with discretion, obtaining vital information while maintaining source confidentiality.
  • Delivered expert testimony in court proceedings, presenting reliable evidence leading to successful prosecutions.
  • Prepared reports, kept investigation records, and maintained all case-related paperwork.
  • Partnered with international agencies to address cross-border crimes, ensuring a global approach to crime prevention efforts.
  • Interviewed witnesses and suspects.
  • Facilitated inter-agency cooperation for efficient resource allocation and optimized investigative outcomes.
  • Conducted undercover assignments with professionalism, adapting quickly to dynamic environments while maintaining mission focus.
  • Developed intelligence networks, effectively gathering crucial information to support ongoing cases.

Supervisor

NH Attorney General’s Drug Task Force
01.1993 - 01.1995
  • Supervised ten (10) investigators coordinated all aspects of the investigations being conducted and reported directly to the Commander of the Drug Task Force

Detective

Concord Police Narcotics Unit/Assigned to Attorney Generals Drug Task Force
01.1991 - 01.1995
  • Conducted narcotics investigations with local, state and federal law enforcement in communities throughout the State of NH

Police Officer

Concord Police Department
01.1985 - 01.1995
  • Certified Police Officer through NH Police Standards and Training
  • Assigned to the Patrol Division at the Concord Police Department, proactive patrol activities and conducted investigations on violations of the NH Criminal Code on a wide variety of criminal conduct
  • Collaboration with the Prosecutor’s Office and provided expert testimony in municipal, county and federal court

Education

BS - Criminal Justice, Minors Psychology and Sociology

American International College
Springfield, MA
01.1981

Skills

  • Global network of connections in law enforcement, foreign-service, and multinational corporations
  • Proven leader with ability to cultivate, mentor, and motivate subordinates
  • Acute understanding of cultural, legal and regulatory differences in foreign operations through extensive experience in both US and Europe
  • Expertise in forging effective law enforcement relationships with domestic and foreign counterparts to further the US government and DEA mission
  • US Government Top Secret Clearance - SCI (Sensitive Compartmented Information) -Previously held

Timeline

Drug Intelligence Officer

New England HIDTA
01.2016 - Current

Fusion Analyst

New England HIDTA
01.2016 - Current

Operations Coordinator

DEA. Special Operations Division
01.2013 - 01.2015

Country Attaché

DEA, Warsaw Country Office
01.2009 - 11.2013

Group Supervisor

DEA, New York Field Division
01.2004 - 06.2009

Special Agent

DEA, New York Field Division
01.1995 - 01.2004

Supervisor

NH Attorney General’s Drug Task Force
01.1993 - 01.1995

Detective

Concord Police Narcotics Unit/Assigned to Attorney Generals Drug Task Force
01.1991 - 01.1995

Police Officer

Concord Police Department
01.1985 - 01.1995

BS - Criminal Justice, Minors Psychology and Sociology

American International College
Kenneth J. Bradley