Michael Cooper

• A Combat Arms Training and Maintenance (CATM) instructor in the U.S. Air Force serves as a subject matter expert, training personnel to safely operate, maintain, and qualify with small arms weapons, such as the M4 rifle and M18 pistol. They manage, operate, and supervise live-fire ranges, enforce strict safety protocols, and perform, as seen on the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance
• Instructed personnel on tactical operations and combat techniques, enhancing overall unit readiness.
• Developed training programs to improve marksmanship and weapon handling skills among airmen.
• Evaluated trainees' performance through comprehensive assessments, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Coordinated live-fire exercises, optimizing resource allocation and risk management strategies.
• Implemented innovative training methodologies, resulting in increased engagement and retention of key concepts.
• Exceeded organizational goals for overall trainee performance improvement through the delivery of targeted, effective instruction.

Executed law enforcement duties by patrolling county areas and supporting crime prevention efforts. Assisted in investigating crimes and transporting prisoners as part of daily operations. Provided support in serving legal papers to ensure compliance with judicial requests.

• Enforced laws and maintained public safety through proactive patrols and community engagement.
• Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and preparing detailed reports for legal proceedings.
• Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate response efforts during emergencies and critical incidents.
• Led training programs for new recruits, focusing on tactical skills and department policies.

• Supervises, train and mentors 60+ flight personnel performing security operations for Protection Level 1-4 and general Force Protection duties.
• Develops, implements and tracks flight on-the-job and certification training; monitors weapons certifications.
• Direct advisor to Ops Superintendent, ensures personnel under her leadership maintain all Air Force Standards.
• Assists with all training elements for the entire flight of 40-60 members. from active shooter, building clearing, tactical communication, handcuffing and searching, de-escalation, arming procedures etc.
• Provides mission essential services to assigned members to meet the demands of deployment readiness and squadron requirements.

• Received counted, stocked and stored items and recorded data on secure computer.
• Marked inventory using identification tags, stamps, or other labeling equipment.
• Conducted monthly vault inventory; confirmed balances of 51 controlled drug items with zero discrepancies.

• Provided vehicle maintenance support to a multi-purpose fleet of 768 vehicles worth over $53 million, kept vehicle-in-commission rate above 92% well above the Air Force standard.
• Selected by supervisor to review and implement changes to over 300 vehicle & Vehicular Equipment (V&VE) Technical Orders; attention to details ensured 100% A-page check with zero write ups during the 2004 Unit Compliance Inspection (UCI).
• Trained 3-levels on proper installation of engine in a police cruiser. Returned asset to user in minimum time; ensured trainees obtained qualification in critical core tasks.