Herbert Post Lefler IV
Edina,MN
Summary
With 22 years of dedicated service in the military, including 16 1/2 years specializing in Special Forces, a bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota, and a track record of exceptional leadership, this candidate offers a wealth of experience and expertise in law enforcement. The extensive military background encompasses strategic planning, crisis management, and team coordination, with a particular focus on high-pressure situations, combat deployments, counter-terrorism operations, and international cooperation.
The academic foundation from the University of Minnesota complements the candidate's practical knowledge, enhancing critical thinking and adaptability. Maintaining composure under challenging circumstances is a defining strength. A commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, discipline, and public safety underscores this candidate's approach.
The candidate seeks an opportunity in law enforcement to leverage their military background, leadership skills, and education to serve the community and contribute positively. The goal is to apply proven abilities to protect and support the welfare of the public while ensuring strict adherence to legal and ethical principles.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate/ Firearms Trainer
The Modern Sportsman
2021.06 - Current
- Provides high quality firearms instruction to customers in order to familiarize themselves with their purchase, increase their comfort level, and increase their technical skills with their firearms.
- Diagnoses maintenance issues and mechanical problems with customer firearms in order to ensure proper operation.
- Develops training curriculum.
- Engages with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Helps customers choose proper firearms and accessories to best accommodate their needs.
- Increased sales by 15%.
Threat Mitigation Specialist
Rozin Security Consulting
2022.10 - 2023.04
- Supervised security personnel in critical and high visibility environments.
- Provided on scene crisis management.
- Served as low visibility security in critical venues under high threat.
- Provided security solutions and guidance to 6 different locations in different security environments.
Close Protection Officer
10 Code Security And Investigations
2020.07 - 2022.10
- Provided close protection to various high net worth individuals in both public and private settings.
- Provided low visibility security for corporate clients during high threat events including threats of workplace violence, high risk terminations, and during violent civil unrest.
- Conducted threat assessments of both private homes as well as corporate offices.
- Escorted corporate clients transporting cash as well as high value merchandise during periods of unusual threat and armored car shortages.
- Developed and lead firearms, tactical, medical, and vehicular training events for more than 30 other close protection and security officers.
Assistant Manager
Brooks Brothers
2017.10 - 2021.03
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Increased sales by 5%.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Strengthened operational efficiency to remain cost-effective while maintaining quality service.
- Reduced financial discrepancies to minimize threats to health and productivity of business.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Directed promotion and brand loyalty efforts to build direct relationships with customers.
Non Comissioned Officer
United States Army
1995.10 - 2017.09
- Held various positions over 22 years from parachute infantryman to special forces operator.
- Trained, advised, equipped, and led US, NATO, and host nation forces in Iraq and Afghanistan.
- Developed and instituted firearms and other tactical training for US, Iraqi, Romanian, and Afghan forces.
- SERE Survival Detachment NCOIC. Developed and constantly improved curriculum and instruction from military and civilian contract employees.
- NCOIC, Wardak Province Special Operations Task Unit, Task Force X 2012-2013. Improved operational efficiency by 25%.
- Established results based operations in Wardak province as well as Kabul, seeking to develop operations based on end results rather than established processes.
- Responsible for over $200 Million worth of weapons systems, night vision systems, and intelligence collection and analysis systems in both training and combat environments with no loss.
- Honor graduate, United States Army John F Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Course.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2021
High School Diploma -
Edina High School
Edina,MN06.1993
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Emergency Situations
- Team Communication
- Operations Briefing
- Firearm Handling
- Range Management
- Operations Planning
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Affiliations
- OSS Society
- Special Forces Association
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
- National Rifle Association
- Firearms Policy Coalition
Timeline
Threat Mitigation Specialist
Rozin Security Consulting
2022.10 - 2023.04
Sales Associate/ Firearms Trainer
The Modern Sportsman
2021.06 - Current
Close Protection Officer
10 Code Security And Investigations
2020.07 - 2022.10
Assistant Manager
Brooks Brothers
2017.10 - 2021.03
Non Comissioned Officer
United States Army
1995.10 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
High School Diploma -
Edina High School
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