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PAUL J. ZAVISLAK JR
Kingston,PA
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Summary
Seasoned, goal-driven, and dynamic law enforcement professional, with more than 30 years of leadership experience within the law enforcement career field. Proven history of accomplishing policy and strategic planning. Adept at implementing law enforcement protocols; leading missions; contributing to counterterrorism goals achievement; and improving investigative and security programs. Equipped with exceptional communication, interpersonal, and multitasking capabilities; coupled with expertise in providing effectual solutions for the development of program missions and advancement of personnel. Effective in resolving complex and high-risk issues on security and jurisdictional matters. Known for surpassing expectations in training program implementation and execution.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Admin Assistant to the Chief for Policy and Training
Borough of Berwick Police Department
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Drafted policies and procedures to address identified operational deficiencies.
- Provided comprehensive recommendations to the Chief of Police or his designee during administrative meetings.
- Assisted the Chief of Police or his designee in performing research and in-depth analysis of complex problems, issues, and technological advances.
- Completed reports and collected relevant data for the Chief of Police or his designee and assisted in facilitating administrative decision making.
- Conducted regular inspections of departmental procedures to ensure compliance. and audits of departmental data and procedures.
- Identified deficiencies and proposed actionable solutions to improve operations.
- Coordinated training programs, maintained comprehensive records, and ensured compliance with industry best practices.
- Assisted in compiling budgetary requirements for the department.
- Oversaw the purchase and acquisition of departmental supplies.
- Executed tasks delegated by the Chief of Police.
Senior Federal Air Marshal/Lead Instructor
Federal Air Marshal Service (FAMS)
02.2002 - 12.2022
- Provided oversight of the deployment and development of Federal Air Marshals (FAMS) for the safety and security of the United States air transportation.
- Demonstrated leadership as acting Supervisory Federal Air Marshal during Hurricane Sandy, ensuring team readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Supervised and monitored the Federal Air Marshals (FAMS) while functioning as Supervisory Federal Air Marshal/acting Training Officer while ensuring compliance with agency directives and policies.
- Led training programs for firearms, aircraft, police procedures, defensive tactics, combat mindset, and conflict preparation as the lead Defensive Measures Instructor, enhancing team capabilities.
- Served as Phase II Instructor for academy students at the Federal Air Marshal Academy in Atlantic City NJ.
- Functioned as ASFAM/team leader, responsible for supervising the international Federal Air Marshal (FAM) deployments; directly coordinated with host nation agencies and stakeholders.
- Actively participated in the development of programs and missions critical to civil aviation and homeland security.
- Collaborated with mid-level and upper management to strategize and outline short and long-term goals for the Newark Field Office, aligning objectives with agency priorities.
- Advanced the promotion of efforts in engaging domain stakeholders within the aviation and transportation domain through program initiatives that were directed to the Newark Special Agent in Charge (SAC).
- Facilitated correction of employee deficiencies through the coaching and discipline process.
- Organized the scheduling and execution of specialized training for the Newark Field Office.
- Held accountable in preparing quantitative analysis and draft corresponding reports for use by high-level management.
- 10 Rooney Circle, W. Orange, New Jersey, 07052
Police Officer
Borough of Berwick Police Department
09.1996 - 02.2002
- Led investigations and arrests, issued detailed evaluations, and supported administrative duties to enhance law enforcement effectiveness.
- Directed well-planned strategies for securing the safety of lives and properties of people through the implementation of general police security functions; extensively conferred with culturally and socially diverse populations.
- Successfully addressed issues while promoting discretion and critical thinking and ensuring strict compliance with state law and community ordinances.
- Rendered assistance to programs and completed various functions to sustain public order.
- Received appointment as tactical team Assistant Team Leader and Assault Element Leader. Spearheaded the developing of plans for tactical operations and leading the coordination of assault elements, while performing core missions of the tactical team.
- Functioned as department training officer, delivering impactful in-service training for all personnel to maintain operational readiness.
- Piloted agency training, created plans, organized schedules, and developed policies for Departmental and Interagency task forces.
- Prepared and presented budgetary reports, realigned task completion plans to ensure successful execution of departmental objectives.
- Flawlessly functioned as acting shift supervisor as well as officer-in-charge (OIC), responsible for managing the shift law enforcement patrol.
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air Force
03.1990 - 03.1997
- Presided over strategic efforts in ensuring superior security of nuclear and conventional weapon systems and associated properties.
- Spearheaded the strategic direction to force protection duties that included the necessary use of deadly force to sustain protection for personnel and resources.
- Provided strategic insights in the achievement of force protection missions through the accomplishment of air base defense functions.
- Acted as a member of the Special Tactics Team, focusing on hostage rescue, crime suppression, and perimeter security against snipers threatening visiting dignitaries.
- Contributed to strategy development and order execution for the rescue of officers and citizens endangered by gunfire.
- Executed operations across U.S. military facilities, resolving high-risk situations while ensuring minimal loss of life, injury, or property damage.
- Executed duties as a member of the USAF Red Flag/OPFOR/Aggressor Team during evaluation exercises.
- Enhanced analysis of security procedures through strategic suggestions and implementation of effective solutions.
- Carefully monitored operations proficiency and compliance with training and certification standards; supplied essential support to worldwide security force operations and executive agency requirements; and managed the implementation of ground weapons training program.
- Acted as military armorer, accountable for maintenance of all allocated equipment including records, as well as the issuance of equipment to personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA01.1994
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA01.1990
Master of Science - Military Science -Asymmetric Warfare/Counterterrorism
American Military University
Manassas, VASkills
- Strategic Planning and Evaluation
- Program Implementation
- Collaborative Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Leadership and Team Building
- Policy Formulation
- Training and Development
- Policy writing
- Data analysis
- Training facilitation
- Budget preparation
- Report generation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Compliance auditing
- Project coordination
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Leadership development
- Effective communication
- Process optimization
- Senior leadership support
- Project management
- Critical thinking
- Risk management
- Vendor management
- Strong problem solver
- Timeline planning and management
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Executive management support
Military Experience
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Willow Grove, PA, 19090
Accomplishments
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)Academic Honor Graduate/ Highest Academic Score
Certification
Member- National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA)
Timeline
Admin Assistant to the Chief for Policy and Training
Borough of Berwick Police Department
03.2023 - 05.2025
Senior Federal Air Marshal/Lead Instructor
Federal Air Marshal Service (FAMS)
02.2002 - 12.2022
Police Officer
Borough of Berwick Police Department
09.1996 - 02.2002
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air Force
03.1990 - 03.1997
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Scranton
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Luzerne County Community College
Master of Science - Military Science -Asymmetric Warfare/Counterterrorism
American Military University