Kent Long
San Leandro,CA
Summary
Sheriff's sergeant with extensive experience in range management and emergency response coordination. Proficient in marksmanship training and compliance enforcement, ensuring adherence to safety standards. Dedicated to enhancing staff capabilities and operational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheriff's Sergeant- Range Master
San Francisco Sheriff'S Dept
San Francisco, California
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised shooting range operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and fostering a safe training environment.
- Supervised and trained personnel on marksmanship techniques, weapons handling, and range operations procedures.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff skills.
- Managed scheduling of range sessions to maximize availability and resource allocation.
- Managed inventory levels of ammunition supplies used during training sessions.
- Inspected equipment and facilities regularly to identify maintenance needs and uphold operational standards.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for shooting ranges.
- Monitored target distances to ensure accuracy while providing feedback to shooters accordingly.
Field Operations Sergeant
San Francisco Sheriff'S Dept
San Francisco, California
02.2018 - 01.2024
- Coordinated emergency response efforts to ensure effective resolution of critical incidents.
- Advised commanders on tactical decisions for current and anticipated missions.
- Ensured compliance with departmental policies and local regulations in all operations.
- Analyzed intelligence reports to identify and mitigate threats to operational safety.
- Supervised daily operations and staff activities within law enforcement environment.
- Trained new personnel on operational protocols and safety procedures.
- Managed logistics support for deployments, streamlining transportation arrangements to enhance readiness.
- Collaborated with higher headquarters on mission planning and execution.
Sheriff's Deputy- Classification Unit
San Francisco Sheriff'S Dept
San Francisco, California
02.2008 - 02.2018
- Responded to emergency calls, providing critical assistance to ensure public safety during incidents.
- Enforced laws and regulations to uphold public safety and order.
- Apprehended criminal suspects and law violators, enhancing community safety and security.
- Arrested and transported suspects to jail or court for custody.
- Provided security in courtrooms, jails, and other public areas to maintain order.
- Managed daily operations of sheriff's office to ensure efficiency.
- Adhered to departmental policies while executing job responsibilities.
- Conducted community outreach programs, educating citizens on safety issues to foster a safer environment.
California Forester
California Department of Forestry- CDF
Santa Cruz, California
01.2005 - 09.2008
- Managed forest inventory and data collection to support sustainable resource planning.
- Conducted ecological assessments to identify issues affecting forest health and biodiversity.
- Oversaw reforestation projects to restore and enhance forest ecosystems effectively.
- Implemented fire prevention measures, reducing the risk of wildfires in forest areas.
- Analyzed soil and water quality to promote forest productivity and health initiatives.
- Performed silvicultural treatments, including thinning, pruning, planting, and prescribed burning.
- Provided technical advice to landowners on effective forest management plans.
- Developed educational programs to increase community awareness of forestry practices and conservation efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forestry/ Engineering
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05-2005
Skills
- Tactical firearms instruction
- Range safety management
- Safety regulation adherence
- Emergency response coordination
- Incident command coordination
- Operations management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Avid Photographer
- Avid Fisherman and rod builder
- Avid Hiker
Timeline
Sheriff's Sergeant- Range Master
San Francisco Sheriff'S Dept
02.2024 - Current
Field Operations Sergeant
San Francisco Sheriff'S Dept
02.2018 - 01.2024
Sheriff's Deputy- Classification Unit
San Francisco Sheriff'S Dept
02.2008 - 02.2018
California Forester
California Department of Forestry- CDF
01.2005 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Forestry/ Engineering
University of California, Berkeley