Kevin M. Smeltzer
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Experienced security and emergency management professional with 26+ years in physical security, crisis response, and operations management. Demonstrated expertise in managing security operations, coordinating emergency response efforts, and implementing risk mitigation strategies in high-pressure environments. Recognized for outstanding crisis management skills, including receiving an FBI Excellence Award for response. Strong background in corporate security, leading edge CBRN(Chemical, Biological, radiological and nuclear)officer, anti-terrorism operations, and interagency coordination.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disaster Response Specialist
IEM
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted in the development of emergency preparedness programs for critical infrastructure security
- Coordinated interagency and municipal security programs, ensuring effective emergency response
- Conducted risk assessments and developed crisis management protocols for executive leadership
- Supported federal reimbursement processes by analyzing compliance with security and emergency funding guidelines
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
Chief of Operations
Texas Military Department
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed all aspects operations for 1,428 personnel during Operation Lone Star (Texas Border Mission)
- Oversaw day-to-day security operations in high-risk environments
- Developed strategic security policies to ensure mission success and personnel safety
- Represented Military in State and Local intelligence operations
Deputy Commander
6th Civil Support Team
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed and executed anti-terrorism and hazardous materials response training to align with real world threats
- Supported Federal Partners with real world threats to include Mercury Spill, suspicious White Powder envelope, threat to city water system
- Administered a $2.7M budget for security training, travel, and domestic operations
- Ensured proficiency in security and emergency response protocols through advanced training programs
Operations Officer
6th Civil Support Team
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed all aspects of real-world and training operations for a 22-member military security unit, responsible for national-level anti-terrorism operations
- Oversaw a $2.5M annual budget for training, security initiatives, and operational readiness
- Conducted vulnerability assessments to enhance security response capabilities
Assistant Operations Officer
1-112th CAV
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed all aspects of real-world and training operations to protect personnel and critical infrastructure
- Coordinated security operations and emergency response protocols for a high-risk environment
Education
Advanced Security & Emergency Management Training -
U.S. Military
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2012
Skills
- Corporate & Physical Security Operations
- Emergency & Disaster Management
- Threat & Risk Assessment
- Anti-Terrorism & Hazardous Materials Response
- Crisis & Incident Management
- Security Policy & Governance
- Federal & State Compliance
- Budget & Resource Management
- Leadership & Team Development
- Failure management
Key Achievements And Certifications
- FBI Excellence Award – Recognized for outstanding response to mercury contamination crisis.
- FEMA ICS Certified – Advanced training in incident command structure & crisis response.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Training – Expertise in security project planning and execution.
Certification
Texas Level III security/Executive Protection Certified
EVOC - Emergency Vehicles Operations Course
EMT-B
K9/Medicine Behind the Barricade
Confined Space Certified
FEMA ICS
Bronze star, Military Meritorious medal, Federal Bureau of Investigation
Bronze Star medal - Global War on Terror
Meritorious Service Medal - Service
FBI Director's Commendation - Mercury theft and spill
Timeline
Disaster Response Specialist
IEM
01.2023 - 11.2024
Chief of Operations
Texas Military Department
01.2021 - 12.2022
Deputy Commander
6th Civil Support Team
01.2019 - 01.2021
Operations Officer
6th Civil Support Team
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Operations Officer
1-112th CAV
01.2015 - 01.2017
Advanced Security & Emergency Management Training -
U.S. Military
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Arkansas State University
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