Matthew Brodeur
Santa Ana Police Department
Santa Ana,CA
14
years of professional experience
Skilled Firearms Instructor with background in law enforcement and military training. Have provided instruction to wide range of individuals, from beginners to experienced officers, ensuring safe handling and effective use of various firearm types. Strong communication skills paired with comprehensive knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations. Previous roles have resulted in increased proficiency among trainees and enhanced overall safety standards.
Work History
Instructor
1 Year 5 Months- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs to enhance participant knowledge and skills.
- Designed instructional materials utilizing multimedia tools to improve learning engagement.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars, fostering interactive learning environments for diverse groups.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to assess training effectiveness and adjust curricula accordingly.
- Mentored junior instructors, promoting best practices in teaching methodologies and curriculum development.
- Evaluated participant progress through assessments, ensuring alignment with educational objectives.
Auxiliary Firearms Instructor
3 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented firearms training programs for law enforcement personnel.
- Conducted classroom lectures, practical exercises, and range qualifications.
- Provided instruction on the safe handling of firearms in multiple settings.
- Demonstrated proper shooting techniques to students in a variety of scenarios.
- Identified areas where student performance needed improvement and provided corrective guidance.
- Inspected weapons prior to use to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Maintained accurate records of all training activities, including attendance and performance data.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated current tactics, techniques, and technologies relevant to firearms instruction.
- Mentored junior instructors, enhancing their instructional techniques and safety awareness.
- Evaluated trainees' performance through practical drills and written examinations, providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with department leadership to refine training curricula based on evolving law enforcement needs.
Police Officer
6 Years 10 Months- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Serves as a Field Training Officer (FTO) and has trained and mentored more than a dozen trainees
- Responded and assisted in more than 30 emergency and/or preplanned warrant services on the SWAT Team.
- Responded and assisted/lead complex critical incidents to included homicides, sexual assaults, robberies, gang related crimes, and proactive officer initiated incidents.
Communications Chief, Sergeant
7 Years 2 Months- Developed and implemented effective communication strategies to promote organizational initiatives with Marine Corps and SOF units.
- Maintaining and accounting for $2 million of equipment.
- Leading and mentoring junior Marines in the platoon.
- Planned and coordinated training missions, ensuring safety and accountability in medium to high-risk events.
- Established interdepartmental communication channels, ensuring mission achievements.
- 3 years at 1st Bn 10th Marines, completing 1 deployment.
- 4 years at 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, deploying as a communications chief.
- Conducting countless direct action raids within a training environment and some raids overseas.
- Completed multiple shooting packages and live fire ranges, including live fire CQB and VBSS.
- US Army Airborne School (2017)
- US Navy SERE School (2017)
- EOTG VBSS Course (2018)
- EOTG Enabler's Course (2018)
- More upon request
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Skills
First Aid Training
Instructional skills
Legal Compliance
Tactical training
Shooting techniques
course/ training development
Learning skills development
Critical thinking skills
Accomplishments
Nominated for Officer of the Year in 2024
Timeline
Instructor
National Training Concepts
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Auxiliary Firearms Instructor
Santa Ana Police Department
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Police Officer
Santa Ana Police Department
08.2019 - CurrentRead More
Communications Chief, Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
07.2012 - 09.2019Read More
Cal Coast University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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Education and Training
- FBI Firearms Instructor Course (2022)
- CA POST Sentinel Defense Patrol Rifle Instructor Course (2022)
- CA POST Sentinel Defense Red Dot Instructor Course (2023)
- CA POST Remington 870 Armorer's Course (2023)
- Sig Sauer Low Light Instructor Course (2023)
- CA POST Primal Response CCW Instructor Course (2024)
- CA POST Active Shooter Response Instructor Course (2024)
- Max Ordinate Basic LE Sniper Course (2024)
- CA POST Less Lethal Instructor Course (2025)
- CA POST Diversionary Device Course (2025)
- CA POST Basic SWAT School (2025)
- CA POST Field Training Officer School (2025)
- Max Ordinate Advance LE Sniper Course
- More schools/ course upon request