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Michael Wheat

Ocala,FL

Summary

Top-notch K9 handler with substantial background in training and handling dogs for law enforcement and security operations. Skilled at understanding animal behavior with aptitude to read and respond to dog's body language. Flexible and committed to working in high-stress situations.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Explosive Detection Canine Handler

Garda Federal/ Aegis Defense LLC
02.2015 - 03.2021
  • Provided for safety and security of facility in a high threat evolving environment.
  • Performed random anti-terrorism patrols of buildings and grounds.
  • Partnered with trained Explosive Detection Canine partner to conduct searches of all incoming vehicles and deliveries.
  • Maintained and trained assigned canine in accordance with canine policy and training protocol.

Explosive Detection Canine Handler

AMK9
06.2013 - 02.2014
  • Provided Explosive Detection services utilizing trained and certified canine.
  • Support Lockheed Martin F-16 program Balad Airbase Iraq.


Chief of Police

Town Of Shoshoni
03.2009 - 08.2012

Detention Corporal

Park County Sheriff's Office
06.2006 - 03.2009
  • Managed Deputies tasked with operation of Detention Facility.
  • K9 Trainer: Acquired, trained and maintained departments two K9's for Patrol Division.

Explosive Detection Canine Handler

Canine Associates International
09.2005 - 04.2006
  • Provide explosive detection services to NATO troops in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
  • Support missions, base security and route sweeps.

Explosive Detection Canine Handler/Trainer

Canine Associates International
06.2004 - 09.2005
  • Performed in-country initial training of new handlers.
  • Provided in service training for dogs and handlers in accordance with contract standards.
  • Performed Diplomatic protection details with elite US forces.
  • Provided canine services to enhance US Army routine patrols and specialized missions.

International Police Advisor

DynCorp International
01.2004 - 06.2004

Law Enforcement Canine Police Officer

Dillon Police Department
01.2002 - 01.2004

Kosovo Police Services Coordinator

United Nations Peacekeeping Operations/ DYNcorp
11.2000 - 12.2001

Deputy Sheriff Corporal K9

Park County Sheriff's Office
02.1996 - 11.2000

Education

Certification - Law Enforcement

Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy
Douglas, WY
04.2009

Certification - Law Enforcement

Boulder Police Training Academy
Boulder, CO
04.1991

Certification - Law Enforcement

Great Oaks Police Academy
Cincinnati, OH
06.1984

Skills

  • Certified Explosive Detection Canine Handler DSTOC
  • Certified EDD Handler Vohne Liche Kennels
  • Certified EDD handler DOD contractor
  • Certified narcotics handler Denver Police K9 Association
  • Certified NAPWDA patrol narcotics K9 handler
  • Castle K9 Patrol Narcotics K9 Handler Course

Timeline

Explosive Detection Canine Handler

Garda Federal/ Aegis Defense LLC
02.2015 - 03.2021

Explosive Detection Canine Handler

AMK9
06.2013 - 02.2014

Chief of Police

Town Of Shoshoni
03.2009 - 08.2012

Detention Corporal

Park County Sheriff's Office
06.2006 - 03.2009

Explosive Detection Canine Handler

Canine Associates International
09.2005 - 04.2006

Explosive Detection Canine Handler/Trainer

Canine Associates International
06.2004 - 09.2005

International Police Advisor

DynCorp International
01.2004 - 06.2004

Law Enforcement Canine Police Officer

Dillon Police Department
01.2002 - 01.2004

Kosovo Police Services Coordinator

United Nations Peacekeeping Operations/ DYNcorp
11.2000 - 12.2001

Deputy Sheriff Corporal K9

Park County Sheriff's Office
02.1996 - 11.2000

Certification - Law Enforcement

Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy

Certification - Law Enforcement

Boulder Police Training Academy

Certification - Law Enforcement

Great Oaks Police Academy

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