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Citizenship
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Manuel Diaz Jr

Alvarado,TX

Summary

Passionate Instructor experience in helping students develop advanced abilities. Security-focused and skilled at mitigation and conflict resolution. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Flexible team player with capacity to build strong diverse working relationships but,also able to be independently capable. Bilingual in Spanish.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Team Leader

Texas Army National Guard
02.2020 - Current
  • Conducted medical coverage during airborne training; enhanced safety for paratroopers, enabling mission success with 1st Battalion, 143rd Infantry Airborne Regiment.
  • Managed medical Evacuation Team and equipment; facilitated successful evacuations, safeguarding personnel.
  • Provided medical coverage for live fire exercises; ensured the safety of personnel, enabling effective training.
  • Supervised $3M & 16 personnel; ensured accountability & efficient use of resources, supporting mission objectives.
  • Led intrastate convoys to training sites; ensured safe transportation of personnel, facilitating seamless operations.
  • Deployed on orders for Operation Lone Star at Task Force Center as a medical Team member on the southern Texas border.
  • Conducted joint patrols with State Law Enforcement and US Border Patrol agents to enhance border security and deterred illegal activities.
  • Delivered vital medical aid during humanitarian missions and improved health outcomes for affected populations.
  • Ensured operational readiness by providing essential medical support to Taskforce units, sustained mission effectiveness and troop welfare.
  • Established & maintained training standards for M17 & M4, improving the proficiency of soldiers, and elevating combat readiness.
  • Ensured team readiness for training ops; optimized efficiency of personnel, enhancing mission success.

Licensed Private Investigator

US International Investigations
06.2017 - Current
  • Worked 12 hour days 5 days week but, worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts as needed.
  • Conducted investigations, skip tracing and fugitive apprehensions nationally, utilizing Open Sourced Intelligence and Human Intelligence.
  • Conducted mobile and stationary surveillance on subjects of fugitive apprehension investigations.
  • Searched computer databases, credit reports, public records or other resources to locate persons or to compile information for fugitive apprehension investigations.
  • Located and apprehended fugitives in conjunction with Federal and Local Law Enforcement agencies, primarily in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas.
  • Surveilled individuals covertly to investigate issues such as disability fraud, document fraud, organized theft and infidelity while implementing long-range surveillance, collecting sensitive data as a Private Investigator.
  • Tracked claimants through routine and notable activities and documented findings with videos, photographs and audio recordings.
  • Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
  • Maintained and safeguard highly sensitive and confidential information.

Personal Protection Officer

Contractual
02.2013 - 05.2023
  • Conducted event security for Government Officials, Special guests, and Turning Point USA Staff at national gatherings in conjunction with US Secret Service through Shaffer Security Group & Pinkerton.
  • Assistant Supervisor for Security Control Operations for the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Dallas.
  • Coordinated armed security transport for high valued assets with Pinkerton.
  • Conducted vehicle convoy transport for Fortune 200, 300 and 500 company VIPs with Pinkerton.
  • Provided personal protection for C-Level executives in high threat situations internationally utilizing OSINT and HUMINT.
  • Provided personal protection for high-net-worth families with high threat situations.
  • Prepared contingency plans and administered threat management procedures to mitigate workplace violence or high-risk employee terminations.
  • Developed emergency procedures and incident response procedures.
  • Worked with local, state and government agencies regarding company security matters.
  • Researched and archived general liability incidents via CCTV.
  • Participated in loss prevention and safety programs.
  • Detected, investigated and reported hazardous workplace incidents and issues.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.

Emergency Management Security Coordinator

Stark Corp
10.2018 - 01.2022
  • Organized and Structured Hurricane Response and Security Forces for Day and Night-time Operations during Hurricanes Florence, Michael, Maria and Barry.
  • Kept informed of activities or changes that could affect likelihood of emergencies, factors that could affect response efforts and details of plan implementation.
  • Provided personal protection from local threats during catastrophic events such as Hurricane Harvey and civil unrest.
  • Provided additional Emergency Management Services during Hurricane Harvey for Search and Rescue.
  • Coordinated with emergency services, including police, fire, ambulance services, hospitals, and NGO's throughout various situations and events to provide First Responder services.
  • Built and strengthened relationships to manage effective planning and implementation of emergency response strategies.
  • Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
  • Facilitated emergency management training for staff and conducted emergency drills.
  • Utilized comprehensive risk analysis to identify, assess and manage emergency management risks.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to prepare plans and procedures to respond to emergency scenarios.

Spartan Tactical Training Range Manager

Jim Smith
07.2013 - 02.2020
  • Coordinated with company leaders to identify training scheduling, needs, and develop targeted solutions.
  • Assisted with scheduled Sniper courses for MARSOC, BORTAC, Army Special Forces and various national SWAT units
  • Assisted with training on rigging and employment of carbine and precision rifles for joint Department of Defense Personnel in weapon tactics and proficiencies, vehicle borne operations, counter IED tactics, vehicle placements and formations.
  • Trained personnel in fundamentals of marksmanship to include: safety, rifle zeroing, ballistics, elevation and usage of wind holds, target discrimination, tactical entry, positions of fire, stress courses and high angle targets.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Maintained and refurbished inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
  • Scheduled regular inspections of equipment, evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety regulations compliance.

Executive Protection Specialist

Pinkerton Security Services
12.2017 - 03.2019
  • Provided personal protection for high-net-worth families or clients with high threat situations on a 40 hour work week schedule.
  • Coordinated executive armed security and transport for high valued assets with Pinkerton.
  • Conducted vehicle convoy transport for Fortune 200, 300 and 500 company VIPs with Pinkerton.
  • Provided personal protection for C-Level executives in high threat situations internationally utilizing OSINT and HUMINT.
  • Prepared contingency plans and administered threat management procedures to mitigate workplace violence or high-risk employee terminations.
  • Developed emergency procedures and incident response procedures.

Security Contractor

Reed International
10.2016 - 03.2017
  • Conducted armed mobile security escort from Bagram AF Base, Afghanistan to Kabul for local nationals, third country nationals, civilian contractors, US diplomats and Coalition Armed Forces
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful fast-paced environments.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
  • Enforced and regulated control measures for multi-billion dollar NATO Forces Ordinance and Ammo Depot at Bagram Airfield.
  • Operated control room with CCTV cameras monitoring multiple entry points to include infrared “IR” and thermal cameras.
  • Utilized security systems and CCTV to monitor store activities and detect possible security incidents.
  • Detected, investigated and reported hazardous workplace incidents and issues.
  • Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.


Combined Anti-Armor Team Infantryman

United States Marine Corps
08.2008 - 03.2012
  • Coordinated activities to support mission success while assigned to 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines, Weapons Company.
  • Developed, instructed, and supervised lesson training guides in Mounted and Dismounted IED detection
  • Developed, instructed, and supervised lesson training guides in Urban Warfare
  • Instructed and supervised Engagement scenarios with automatic weapons in defensive and offensive positions as well as during movement on mounted and dismounted patrols
  • Instructed and supervised proper methods of engagement, discipline and manipulation with automatic weapons
  • Provided personal security in Philippines for USMC Commanding officers and other VIPs
  • Trained Philippine Marines on various small unit infantry tactics, vehicle mounted tactics, heavy weapons employment, tactical defense and preparedness, vehicle and personnel checkpoints
  • Provided close aerial marksmanship support while Marines conducted training evolution on beach landing exercise
  • Provided Personal security for USMC EOD Team while operating in support of Operation Enduring Freedom
  • Provided and established security for Battalion Commanders during meetings with Afghan local leaders
  • Lead an 18-member Infantry CAAT section as personal security detail for senior military officials
  • Accounted for the professional and personal development, health and welfare and performance evaluation of a Quick Reaction Force team
  • Established local security for various meetings with local Afghanistan government officials and unit commanders by establishing static guards, designated marksmen in over watch positions, vehicle checkpoints and personnel check points
  • Trained Afghanistan National Army on various infantry tactics and vehicle mounted tactics
  • Maintained overall condition, care, and economical use of assigned weapons and equipment
  • Deployed to Afghanistan as CAAT section in support of Operation Enduring Freedom
  • Served as Designated Marksmen in over watch positions for various meetings with local Afghanistan government officials with unit commanders and during voting sessions of government officials
  • Provided security for Joint EOD Teams while operating in Farah Province, Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom
  • Provided security and over watch positions for international media reporters and key unit commanders
  • Conducted over 340 day and night foot mobile security patrols and tactical convoy patrols.


Education

Master of Arts - Emergency And Disaster Management

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
01.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Emergency And Disaster Management

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
06.2021

Independent Studies - Emergency Management

Emergency Management Institute
Emmitsburg, MD
03.2020

Defense Language Proficiency -

Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center
Monterey, CA
02.2008

Skills

  • Weapons Handing
  • Adaptable
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Critical Thinking
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Surveillance Techniques
  • Self Management

Citizenship

U.S.

Security Clearance

Active DoD Secret

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Selective Service Registration

88-0484602-3

Veterans' Preference

Disabled Veteran

Accomplishments

  • USMC School of Infantry 0311
  • USMC TOW Gunner 0352
  • USMC Designated Marksman Course
  • USMC Urban Warfare
  • USMC Counter IED / Vehicle-Borne IED Instructor
  • USMC Foreign weapons training
  • Combat Lifesavers Course
  • Pre-Hospital Advanced Trauma Care
  • Office of Emergency Medical Services course
  • Licensed Texas Personal Protection Officer
  • Licensed Texas Private Investigator
  • Texas Private Security Bureau Handgun Instructor
  • Texas Private Security Bureau Shotgun Instructor
  • NRA Law Enforcement Handgun Instructor
  • NRA Law Enforcement Shotgun Instructor
  • State Department High Threat Security Driving
  • Static, foot mobile and convoy security operations proficiency
  • M4 rifles, semi auto pistols, 12GA, and crew served weapons proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
  • Communications, learning, teaching and leadership skills proficiency
  • Tactical vehicle and vehicle-oriented operation maintenance
  • OSINT and HUMINT Proficiency
  • Spartan Tactical Advanced LE Combat Pistol
  • Spartan Tactical Advanced LE Carbine
  • Spartan Tactical Advanced Precision Rifle
  • Department of State WPS-1 High Threat PSD operations
  • Department of State Evasive and Security driving course
  • Department of State Precision and Immobilization Technique
  • Department of State Personal Security Specialist
  • Basic and Advanced Executive Protection
  • High-Threat Protection
  • BSR High Threat Security Driver
  • TCOLE SWAT Course #3301
  • TCOLE SWAT Basic Sniper Course
  • TCOLE Patrol Rifle #3322
  • American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Safariland Instructor
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute

Timeline

Medical Team Leader

Texas Army National Guard
02.2020 - Current

Emergency Management Security Coordinator

Stark Corp
10.2018 - 01.2022

Executive Protection Specialist

Pinkerton Security Services
12.2017 - 03.2019

Licensed Private Investigator

US International Investigations
06.2017 - Current

Security Contractor

Reed International
10.2016 - 03.2017

Spartan Tactical Training Range Manager

Jim Smith
07.2013 - 02.2020

Personal Protection Officer

Contractual
02.2013 - 05.2023

Combined Anti-Armor Team Infantryman

United States Marine Corps
08.2008 - 03.2012

Master of Arts - Emergency And Disaster Management

American Military University

Bachelor of Arts - Emergency And Disaster Management

American Military University

Independent Studies - Emergency Management

Emergency Management Institute

Defense Language Proficiency -

Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center

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