Michael Slagel
Lancaster,NY
Summary
Passionate, knowledgeable Firearms Instructor with 20 years of law enforcement experience, 11 years of Instructor experience, and 30 years of firearms experience including military service. Expert in firearms training and safety, Brings a unique blend of leadership, strategic planning, and certified expertise in multiple weapon systems.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Vista Security/Tarian Group
12.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Performed continuous patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Enforced company policies and procedures consistently across various sites while maintaining professionalism at all times.
Senior Firearms Instructor
New York State Police
12.2003 - 12.2023
- Developed, implemented, and demonstrated lesson plans and courses of fire for the safe firearms training of new and experienced shooters.
- Tempered my teaching style to individual shooters ensuring their successful qualification.
- Planned and conducted yearly active shooter training scenarios for 500 personnel.
- Completed armorer's cleaning and inspection on Glock pistols prior to issuing.
- Completed maintenance and inspections on Remington Shotguns
- Completed Maintenance and inspections on Colt and Rock River patrol rifles.
Senior Officer
Federal Reserve Bank - Buffalo Branch
05.2000 - 11.2003
- Provided armed security for the employees and premises.
- Scheduled employees to ensure proper staffing and rotation.
- Helped to maintain weapons and Ammunition.
Infantry Squad Leader
U.S. Army / NY Army National Guard
07.1995 - 09.2002
- Supervised and led squad of ten soldiers, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty and integrity.
- Led fire teams during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Inspected weapons for proper cleanliness and functionality and identified parts for repair.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NYSkills
- NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
- DCJS Certified Firearms Instructor
- NRA Certified Chief Range Safety Officer
- ALERRT Certified Instructor for Solo Officer Rapid Response
- Certified Instructor in VCQB©️ (Vehicle Close Quarter Battle), Non-Lethal Training Ammunition (UTM), Less Lethal Impact Munitions, and Chemical Agents including Pepper Spray
- Certified Armorer of Glock, Colt, and Remington
- Completed ALERRT Level 1, Team Tactics for Patrol Officers, Initial Response to Active Shooter
- NYSP Distinguished Pistol Expert badge
- USPSA/Steel Challenge Master Class Pistol Shooter
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Vista Security/Tarian Group
12.2023 - Current
Senior Firearms Instructor
New York State Police
12.2003 - 12.2023
Senior Officer
Federal Reserve Bank - Buffalo Branch
05.2000 - 11.2003
Infantry Squad Leader
U.S. Army / NY Army National Guard
07.1995 - 09.2002
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Buffalo State
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