Energetic Basketball Coach with a proven track record of developing players' skills and fostering a competitive yet supportive team environment. Well-developed communication and problem-solving abilities. Considered a role model for positive sportsmanship and integrity.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Federal Agent/Canine Instructor
Customs and Border Protection
09.2006 - Current
Diligently enforced the laws that I'm authorized to enforce.
Detected and prevented illegal trafficking of people, illegal narcotics and contraband into country.
Trained and mentored new or less experienced agents to effectively secure national borders.
Prepared reports and other documents.
Testified in Federal Court.
Collaborated with law enforcement officials to provide relevant information regarding observed or suspected criminal activity.
As a member of the Strategic Patrol Team, worked in a small unit assigned to targeted enforcement in high smuggling areas.
Canine handler for over 16 years.
Canine Instructor for over 10 years.
Conducted maintenance training with canine teams from multiple agencies in order to maintain their proficiency.
Analyzed intelligence reports to identify potential security threats along border areas.
Judicial Marshal
Maine Judicial Marshals Office
04.2005 - 08.2006
Attended the Court Security Class presented by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.
Oversaw courtroom security operations to ensure safety and order during proceedings.
Investigated crimes that occurred on court property.
Trained new marshals in security protocols, enhancing team efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with diverse populations, fostering respect between law enforcement and the community.
Managed high-stress situations effectively by using de-escalation tactics before resorting to force, reducing the risk of injury or escalation.
Reserve Police Officer
Wells Police Department
05.2000 - 03.2005
Attended the 100 hour course presented by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.
Enforced state laws and town ordinances.
Investigated crimes and wrote detailed reports that were used by the District Attorney's Office.
Responded to emergency calls and investigated vehicle accidents.
Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
Patrolled designated areas to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
Infantry/Marine Security Guard
United States Marine Corps
06.1994 - 11.1999
Held leadership roles as a fire team leader, squad leader, and platoon sergeant.
Conducted joint operations with foreign countries.
Participated in the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit as a reactionary force in the Mediterranean Sea.
Deployed to Panama and was assigned to SOCOM.
Attended Jungle Operations School.
Became a Close Combat Instructor.
Served as a Marine Security Guard at U.S. Embassies in Budapest, Hungary and Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
Served as an Assistant Detachment Commander and Acting Detachment Commander at the American Embassy in Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
Attended embassy staff meetings where the ambassador was present.
Managed the Mess Fund for 12 Marines, which included budgeting and planning to buy groceries in a different country every three months, and paying the foreign staff.
Conducted administrative work, such as, schedule making, reviewing and implementing policies, filing message traffic, conducting security inspections of the embassy, and conducting react drills to test embassy security.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University Of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
05.2003
Skills
Coached 5-6 grade boys basketball
Team bonding
Character development
Taught good sportsmanship
Experience with schedule making
Budget and planning experience
Motivational leadership style
Game strategy development
Fundamentals teaching
Player conditioning
Scouting opponents
NFHS Coaching Classes
Played basketball at different levels for 44 years
Player evaluations
Accomplishments
Assisted with coaching of a 5/6 grade boys basketball travel team that won the league championship, to include beating multiple 7th grade teams in 2024. The 5th grade boys didn't win a game the year before on the 3/4 travel team.
Helped coach the 5/6 boys basketball travel team that played in the New England Championship Tournament in Tiverton, RI.
Helped coach 5/6 boys basketball travel team that were runners-up in 2025.
Played on a Marine Corps basketball team that developed meaningful relationships with foreign civilian populations through basketball.
Earned "Top Dog" of my Canine Instructor Class
Meritoriously promoted twice in the Marine Corps
Earned Navy Achievement Medal for professional achievement and outstanding performance of duty while participating in a multi-country military exercise
Earned 2 Good Conduct Medals
Earned a Meritorious Mast for my tireless efforts during several military training packages including civil disturbance, close combat, rough terrain skills, and jungle land navigation
Superior Achievement Award for my squad earning top honor in a Battalion Squad Competition
Certificate of Excellence for outstanding performance as a participant in the MSG of the year competition
Certification
NFHS Coaching Mental Wellness 2025
NFHS Sportsmanship Cert 2025
Acting Supervisor, 2019
Acting Houlton Sector Canine Coordinator, 2019
Canine Instructor School, 2015
FLETC Academy, 2006
Management of aggressive behavior, 2004
100 Hour Course by Maine Criminal Justice Academy, 2000
Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-9) at United States Customs and Border ProtectionCustoms and Border Protection Officer (GS-9) at United States Customs and Border Protection