Patrick Owens
Congers,NY
Summary
Combat Veteran professional skilled at fostering public safety through timely response and resolution of public and domestic disturbances. Exceptional communicator with skill for alleviating tension in high-pressure situations. Statesman, Protector, and Scholar.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
New York State Trooper
New York State Police
Liberty, New York
04.2024 - Current
- Executed traffic stops to enforce state laws and ensure public safety.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests, and observations.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activities, gathering evidence for prosecution.
- Assisted in crowd control during public events to maintain order and safety.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance to individuals in distress.
Infantryman
Army
Jamaica, New York
02.2021 - Current
- Served as a machine gunner with the East Africa Response Force Operation Enduring Freedom - Horn of Africa. September 2022 – June 2023
- Maintain readiness to deploy on short notice to hostile or compromised environments to secure US diplomatic facilities.
- Trained extensively in perimeter defense, force protection, and evacuation operations for U.S. personnel and American citizens.
- Executed high-stress security tasks with precision, ensuring operational integrity and mission success in austere environments.
National Guard State Activation Operation Support
US Army National Guard
Clinton, New York
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Led a joint team of six soldiers during National Guard state activation, supporting state prisons during a statewide correction officer strike.
- Oversaw the welfare and accountability of 277 inmates, conducting regular checks and reporting accurate accounts to senior leadership.
- Maintained a safe and orderly environment by enforcing facility policies, ensuring inmate compliance, and safeguarding both service members and correctional staff.
- Managed shift schedules post assignments and daily tasking, ensuring optimal coverage and readiness across all security posts.
- Provided on-site leadership, guidance, and conflict-management support to team members, contributing to mission continuity during a statewide emergency.
- Coordinated with higher-ranking officers to communicate status updates, operational needs, and incident reports in a high-stress, rapidly changing environment.
Correctional Officer
Rockland County Sheriff's Department
New City, New York
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sparkill, NY05-2021
Skills
- Working in a team
- Traffic enforcement
- Incident reporting
- Criminal investigation
- Emergency response
- Conflict management
- Perimeter defense
- Reconnaissance
- Land navigation
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
French Desert Commando Course Completion (Africa Deployment).
Certification
Certified New York State Police Officer
Timeline
National Guard State Activation Operation Support
US Army National Guard
02.2025 - 03.2025
New York State Trooper
New York State Police
04.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
Rockland County Sheriff's Department
05.2022 - 04.2024
Infantryman
Army
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
St. Thomas Aquinas College