Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Military Experience
Education Training Certifications
Highlights Of Qualifications And Skills
Certification
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Legion M. Jester

Casa Grande,AZ

Summary

Disciplined and adaptive operator with 20 years of military experience. Served as a police officer, Riverine Boat Captain, high-risk instructor, and engaged enemy combatants in hostile environments. Highly motivated leader excelling in team and independent work to achieve discreet objectives.

Knowledgeable Security Instructor with solid background in delivering engaging and effective training programs. Developed and implemented comprehensive training materials that enhanced employee performance and productivity. Proven ability in instructional design and group facilitation.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

QC Trainer

Paragon Systems Inc.
08.2022 - Current
  • Conducts new hire training as well as follow on and recertification training in the fields of Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Bleeding control, Baton, Chemical Aerosol, Armed training law and legal for all security officers for approximately 207 Armed officers.
  • National Weapon Detection program 89 officers.
  • Mentored 5 to 10 new hires every month, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Delivered dynamic presentations to facilitate learning and retention among diverse audiences.
  • Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.

Protective Security Officer

Paragon Systems Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Fulltime Protective Security Officer working with Federal Protective Services at more than 20 Federal facilities throughout Virginia.

Armed Security Officer

Top Guard Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • .Fulltime armed security officer with Top Guard inc.
  • Performing security services for USN ship yard, medical facilities.
  • Security boat captain patrolling 4 miles of coast line for USN warships.

Guard Services

Garda World Federal Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Provided security for 4,000 Embassy staff members, 1,400 U.S. citizens, and local nationals.
  • Perform internal guard services to include but not limited to, vehicle and personnel entry control points (ECP), mobile patrols and armed and unarmed escort guard services and duties
  • Provided the required armed manning at designated internal & external control points and internal & external roving patrols to detect, identify, report, and guard against unauthorized personnel and contraband, as well as instruments of damage and destruction in order to prevent threats from entering the installation

High Risk Instructor

Coastal Riverine Group II Training & Evaluation Unit
07.2013 - 07.2016
  • Supervised and instructed 5,760 students in basic and advanced weapons training
  • Provided leadership to 10 personnel ensuring 100% retention
  • Mentored junior personnel in on-the-job training and advancement opportunities
  • Facilitated training and qualification of more than 5,000 Riverine patrol boat and Riverine assault boat junior personnel

Team Leader

US Navy
12.2012 - 06.2013
  • Responsible for 50 Sailors performing Maritime Security and Coastal operations throughout the Arabian Gulf
  • Led 14 missions in the Persian Gulf supporting high value asset/high value target, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance requirements
  • Ensured 100% operability of 3 Riverine Command boats and all associated gear, weapons, and communications equipment

Boat Captain

US Navy
05.2009 - 11.2009
  • Responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and effective employment of all small craft, crew served and small arms weapon systems
  • Convoy Commander responsible for commanding and training 30 personal in the safe operation of various vehicles
  • Conducted over 50 high value asset missions throughout the region in direct support to mission commanders

Boat Captain

US Navy
10.2006 - 06.2008
  • Responsible for the safe operation, navigation and effective employment of all weapon systems and leadership of 10 Riverine Squad members
  • Responsible for Setup of entry control points and security of personnel and vehicles at boat launch sites

Education

BA - Criminal Justice in Homeland Security/Anti-terrorism

Saint Leo University
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2020

Skills

  • Criminal Justice Expertise
  • Homeland Security
  • Strategic Military Operations
  • Combat Arms
  • Combat Service Support
  • Tactical Experience
  • Team Leadership
  • High-Value Asset Safeguarding
  • Coaching and development

Accomplishments

  • 20 years honorable service in the United States Navy
  • BS criminal justice
  • Achieved 98% State wide compliance through effective training and recertification of all courses in Defensive tactics, Armed and unarmed security, OC/Baton, First Aid/CPR/AED and Stop the Bleed.
  • Documented and resolved National Weapons Detection Training Program discrepancies, which led to a more user friendly application and streamlined accountably and testing of security officers by all instructors contract wide.

Military Experience

  • US Navy, High Risk Instructor, Coastal Riverine Group II, 06/01/13, 07/31/16, Supervised and instructed 5,760 students in basic and advanced weapons training.
  • US Navy, Team Leader, Riverine Squadron II, 12/01/12, 06/30/13, Responsible for 50 Sailors performing Maritime Security and Coastal operations throughout the Arabian Gulf.
  • US Navy, Boat Captain, Riverine Squadron II, 05/01/09, 11/30/09, Responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and effective employment of all small craft, crew served and small arms weapon systems.
  • US Navy, Boat Captain, Riverine Squadron II, 10/01/06, 06/30/08, Responsible for the safe operation, navigation and effective employment of all weapon systems and leadership of 10 Riverine’s.

Education Training Certifications

  • Arizona DPS Firearms safety instructor, Security Guard Trainer, 09/01/23
  • NRA Law Enforcement Firearms instructor, 03/01/23
  • FLTC NWDTP certification, 10/01/22
  • BA in Criminal Justice in Homeland Security/Anti-terrorism, Saint Leo University, 05/01/20
  • DCJS Armed and Unarmed Certification, 11/01/20
  • US Navy 9502 Certified Instructor Course, 07/01/20
  • Merchant Mariner Master, 100 Ton, 12/01/16
  • Reaction Force Team Member Course, 09/01/12
  • Security Force Sentry Course, 09/01/12
  • Designated Marksman Course, 06/01/11
  • Tactical Combat Casualty Care, 10/01/10
  • Riverine Boat Captain/Patrol Leader course, 09/01/07
  • Riverine Combat Skills course, 06/01/07
  • 0311 Infantry Training Battalion, School of Infantry, 03/01/07
  • Law Enforcement Academy, 03/01/03

Highlights Of Qualifications And Skills

  • Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Specialization in Homeland Security.
  • Retired Navy Riverine with an active secret security clearance. Possess a US Government passport as a US citizen (expires 08/25/26).
  • 10 years of US Military operations and training experience in the disciplines of combat arms, combat service, or combat service support as well as 7 years of demonstrated tactical experience and leadership in the riverine combat environment.
  • Over 10 years’ experience in the operation, maintenance, and deployment of the riverine patrol boat and assault watercraft. 2007 graduate of USN Riverine Combat Skills Course.
  • Demonstrated leader in the use of tactics necessary to operate in the riverine environment. Further served as an instructor teaching patrol tactics, formations, high value asset protection, communications and tactical operations.
  • Willing to travel rotations of 30-120 days for each training cycles.
  • Effectively worked in a cross-cultural setting on a daily basis and comfortable training and instructing with use of an interpreter.
  • Military law enforcement officer’s Academy graduate.
  • Current Red Cross (CPR) and Basic First Aid certification, TCCC certification 2017.
  • Experience operating in areas with limited life support and in hardship conditions.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficient use of MS Office.
  • Trained and familiar with M4, M9, M240B, M2HB, MK48, GAU17, MK19, and M14 weapons systems.

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • AZ Driver's License
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • NRA LEOSA Pistol/Shotgun
  • AZDPS Firearm's instructor
  • Baton/OC instructor
  • Defensive Tactics instructor

Timeline

QC Trainer

Paragon Systems Inc.
08.2022 - Current

Protective Security Officer

Paragon Systems Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2022

Armed Security Officer

Top Guard Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2021

Guard Services

Garda World Federal Services
01.2017 - 01.2018

High Risk Instructor

Coastal Riverine Group II Training & Evaluation Unit
07.2013 - 07.2016

Team Leader

US Navy
12.2012 - 06.2013

Boat Captain

US Navy
05.2009 - 11.2009

Boat Captain

US Navy
10.2006 - 06.2008
  • First Aid Certification
  • AZ Driver's License
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • NRA LEOSA Pistol/Shotgun
  • AZDPS Firearm's instructor
  • Baton/OC instructor
  • Defensive Tactics instructor

BA - Criminal Justice in Homeland Security/Anti-terrorism

Saint Leo University
Legion M. Jester