Michael Andruch
Cheyenne,WY
Summary
Throughout my tenure in the United States Air Force, I have upheld a high standard of ethical conduct, earning the trust of my colleagues and the public. Consistently embody the Air Force Core Values and encourage those around me to make ethical decisions. Having faced numerous high-stress situations in my career, I have remained calm, even-tempered, and focused, allowing me to assess threats quickly and respond effectively under pressure. My experience includes handling incidents involving individuals in a range of emotional states, from hostility to distress. Regardless of the situation, I maintain a professional demeanor when enforcing laws, conducting investigations, and de-escalating conflicts. I have always adhered strictly to the Air Force’s established policies, procedures, and chain of command, particularly those governing Military Working Dogs. I execute mission directives with precision and discipline, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
Work History
Military Working Dog Trainer
United States Air Force Security Forces
01.2025 - Current
- Responsible for the development and training of military working dogs (MWD) and their handlers to ensure operational readiness for a wide range of security and law enforcement missions.
- Involves enhancing MWD team performance through structured training programs, real-world scenario exercises, and advanced detection and patrol techniques.
- Maintain detailed training records and performance evaluations, ensuring all teams meet military certification standards and operational requirements
- Develop and implement comprehensive, customized training plans tailored to each military working dog team's strengths, weaknesses, and mission requirements. This includes designing progressive training regimens focused obedience, controlled aggression, law enforcement implementation of MWDs, and advanced detection for explosives and narcotics.
- Places a strong emphasis on training plans that focus on handler education. Ensuring personnel are fullyequipped with the skills and knowledge needed to lead their MWDs with confidence. This includes classroominstruction, hands-on practical exercises, and field evaluations to enhance teamwork between handler and MWD.
Military Working Dog Handler
United States Air Force Security Forces
07.2022 - 04.2025
- Responsible for assigned military working dog's training, deployment, and operational readiness in support of a wide range of law enforcement and security missions.
- Conduct routine and specialized patrols to detect and deter threats, ensuring the safety and security of base personnel, assets, and high-priority nuclear resources with assigned MWD.
- Provides explosive detection in support of the United States Secret Service (USSS), assisting in the protection of high-ranking government officials and dignitaries.
- Respond to and mitigate local bomb threats, conduct searches of vehicles, buildings, and open areas to detect potential explosive devices.
- Play a critical role in force protection efforts, executing Random Antiterrorism Measures (RAMs) and working alongside base law enforcement to enhance installation security.
- This role requires strict adherence to Air Force regulations, exceptional situational awareness, excellent oral communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure while handling dynamic and potentially dangerous situations.
Entry Controller
United States Air Force Security Forces
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of the installation by enforcing access control measures and ensuring only authorized personnel and vehicles entered the installation.
- Conducted credential verification and entry authorization for military personnel, government employees, contractors, and visitors while ensuring compliance with installation access policies.
- Actively monitored surrounding areas for suspicious activity by utilizing surveillance techniques to detect and deter potential threats to base security.
- Responsibilities also included enforcing installation rules, regulations, and laws, ensuring strict adherence to Air Force regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03-2025
Perrysburg High School
Perrysburg, OH05-2020
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Team building and leadership
- Record keeping
- Performance evaluation
- Training program development
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Maintain a professional demeanor
- Canine first aid
- Instructional skills
- Canine tactical operations
- Creative problem solving
Accomplishments
- Military Working Dog Professional of the Year, 2024
- Airman of the 1st Quarter (90th Missile Wing), 2024
- Airman of the 1st Quarter (90th Security Forces Group), 2024
- Airman of the 1st Quarter (90th Security Forces Squadron), 2024
- Airman of the 1st Quarter (88th Security Forces Squadron), 2022
- Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Professional Military Education Graduate, 2025
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal, 2024
- Air Force Nuclear Deterrence Operations Medal, 2024
- Air and Space Longevity Service Medal, 2024
- Humanitarian Service Medal, 2022
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 2022
- Small Arms Expert Marksman Medal, 2021
- National Defense Service Medal, 2020
- Global War On Terrorism Medal, 2020
- Air Force Training Medal, 2020
Certification
- Military Working Dog Trainer's Course, 6/2024
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Course (SFST), 6/2024
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), 2/2024
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), 12/2022
- K911 Tactical Emergency Medical Care For Working K9's, 10/2022
- Military Working Dog Handler's Course, 6/2022
- Combat Ready Defender's Course (CRD), 3/2022
- Civil Unrest Training, 10/2021
- Self-Aid Buddy Care (SABC), 3/2021
- U.S. Air Force Security Forces Technical School, 2/2021
- Basic Military Training, 10/2020
Timeline
Military Working Dog Trainer
United States Air Force Security Forces
01.2025 - Current
Military Working Dog Handler
United States Air Force Security Forces
07.2022 - 04.2025
Entry Controller
United States Air Force Security Forces
02.2021 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Perrysburg High School
Similar Profiles
Austin JuddAustin Judd
Manager, Standardization at United States Air Force Security ForcesManager, Standardization at United States Air Force Security Forces
Diana Diaz MoralesDiana Diaz Morales
Senior Airman at United States Air Force, Security ForcesSenior Airman at United States Air Force, Security Forces
Gage MillerGage Miller
Armorer at United States Air Force Security ForcesArmorer at United States Air Force Security Forces
Jade WilliamsJade Williams
Delivery Driver at Silvermine SubsDelivery Driver at Silvermine Subs
Joey McPeakJoey McPeak
Adventure Guide at Maverik Adventure's First StopAdventure Guide at Maverik Adventure's First Stop