Mark Fletcher
New Smyrna Beach,Florida
Summary
Fourteen years teaching Criminal Justice at the public high school level. More than five years as Director of the Criminal Justice Academy. Three years of experience as an Adjunct Instructor at a community college. More than twenty-two years of experience at the largest Sheriff’s Office in Virginia located in the Washington, D.C. metro area. An effective leader, highly organized and efficient in fast-paced multitasking environments. Skilled in presentations and responsible for developing and implementing training.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Director - Teacher Criminal Justice Academy
Volusia County Public Schools
New Smyrna Beach , Florida
2017.08 - Current
- Director - Teacher Criminal Justice Academy / Levels I and II to High School Students
- CTE Teacher of the Year / New Smyrna Beach High School
- Curriculum development and update Lesson Plans accordingly
- Florida Public Service Association / Criminal Justice Club – Chapter Advisor.
Policy Coordinator – Supervisor-Public Safety / Manager on Duty
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
2016.03 - 2018.07
- Wrote and reviewed Zoo policies regarding security procedures
- Supervised and trained security staff members
- Analyzed and evaluated security operations to identify risks and/or opportunities for improvement
- Conducted weekly security/safety inspections
- Provided safety and security needs for a multi-million dollar nonprofit organization.
Security Officer - Responder
Orange County Public Schools
2014.12 - 2016.02
- Respond to security and fire alarms for all OCPS’s
- Conduct security/safety inspections and provide for a safe and secure environment for students and staff members
- Assist local Law Enforcement & Fire Department when responding to active school alarms.
Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
Virginia
2007.08 - 2014.06
- Created the Criminal Justice Program and curriculum for Prince William County School District
- Teacher - Criminal Justice Program at Battlefield High School
- Teach Criminal Justice / Level I and II to High School Students
- Develop Curriculum and update Lesson Plans accordingly.
Contract Instructor - Virginia Rules Program
Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia
2012.05 - 2014.05
- Train-the-Trainer sessions
- Program development of Virginia Rules Program for high school students.
Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant
Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office
Virginia
1985.02 - 2007.08
- Assigned to several divisions throughout my career with a variety of job responsibilities
- General responsibilities while supervising subordinates included: Scheduling daily work assignments and training for squads up to 50 deputies, budgeting for equipment, maintaining employee records and evaluations, conduct investigations and make timely personnel decisions as well as perform routine law enforcement duties.
Adjunct Instructor
Northern Virginia Community College, Woodbridge Campus
2003.05 - 2006.05
- Developed and instructed the Women’s Self-Defense Course: Introduction to self-defense tactics, awareness and evasion skills, fitness maintenance programs and scenario-based training
- Instruct Weight Training / Fitness Course: Introduction to weight training and fitness program development.
Education
Paralegal Studies – Certificate -
George Mason University
General Studies and Police Science concentration (associate degree equivalent/70 credit hours) -
Northern Virginia Community College
Career and Technical Education concentration (9 credit hours completed) -
University of Phoenix
Emergency Manager - Orientation, Incident Command System for Schools - Introduction -
FEMA - Emergency Management Institute
Law Enforcement Officer Proficiency Course for Florida Certification -
Lake Technical College / Institute of Public Safety
Participated in the George Washington Teachers in Industry Project (90 points completed) -
The George Washington University
Advanced Court Security Course -
University of North Florida / Institute of Police Technology & Management
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
Cooper Institute - Dallas, Texas
Florida Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel -
Volusia County Schools Training
Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office Word
- Microsoft Office PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- People Management
- Content Development
- Rules and regulations
- Creativity and Innovation
- Program Management
Phone
Cell 703-508-3704
Military Service
- Virginia Army National Guard, 09/89, 09/93, Medical Specialist / 29th Infantry Division (Light), Assistant Squad Leader / 29th Infantry Division (Light) (promoted to Sergeant), Graduated from Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, Army Commendation Medal, Army Meritorious Citation, Soldier of the Year – Annual Training 1992
- United States Army Reserves, 09/81, 09/84, Medical Specialist / 2290th Field Hospital Unit, Assigned to Walter Reed Army Hospital, Washington, DC
Accomplishments
· CTE Teacher of the Year / New Smyrna Beach High School (School Year 2023-2024)
· Military Awards:
o Army Commendation Medal
o Army Meritorious Citation
o Soldier of the Year – Annual Training 1992
Timeline
Director - Teacher Criminal Justice Academy
Volusia County Public Schools
2017.08 - Current
Policy Coordinator – Supervisor-Public Safety / Manager on Duty
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
2016.03 - 2018.07
Security Officer - Responder
Orange County Public Schools
2014.12 - 2016.02
Contract Instructor - Virginia Rules Program
Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Virginia
2012.05 - 2014.05
Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
2007.08 - 2014.06
Adjunct Instructor
Northern Virginia Community College, Woodbridge Campus
2003.05 - 2006.05
Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant
Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office
1985.02 - 2007.08
Paralegal Studies – Certificate -
George Mason University
General Studies and Police Science concentration (associate degree equivalent/70 credit hours) -
Northern Virginia Community College
Career and Technical Education concentration (9 credit hours completed) -
University of Phoenix
Emergency Manager - Orientation, Incident Command System for Schools - Introduction -
FEMA - Emergency Management Institute
Law Enforcement Officer Proficiency Course for Florida Certification -
Lake Technical College / Institute of Public Safety
Participated in the George Washington Teachers in Industry Project (90 points completed) -
The George Washington University
Advanced Court Security Course -
University of North Florida / Institute of Police Technology & Management
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
Cooper Institute - Dallas, Texas
Florida Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel -
Volusia County Schools Training
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