SAMMY JONES
Chesterfield,Virginia
Summary
An energetic, ethical, focused and accomplished leader with over 28 years of experience in program management, planning, operations and training within Law Enforcement and military sector organizations. Developed key skills in high-pressure, disciplined environments, focusing on precision and safety. Proven ability to instruct, mentor, and enhance performance in others. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging thorough instructional and leadership capabilities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Plans and Operations Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) / State Ammunition Manager
Virginia Army National Guard
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: The Virginia Army National Guard is a state organization comprised of over7500 Soldiers having both federal and state missions in support of foreign and domestic operations.
- Principle advisor to the O-6/Colonel-Commander on all matters, programs, training management and readiness of over7500 Soldiers and Major Subordinate Commands across the state.
- Oversees the distribution and resource management of all organizational munitions valued at more than $18-million dollars.
- Manages all operational and training systems (RFMSS, DTMS, MARRS-N, TAMIS, DTS, DAMPS)
- Tracks training trends, prepares briefs, provides new user training, manages systems access, tracks running estimates for all training related resources.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Reduced the cost of wasted ammunition by $9-million dollars in 2024.
- Coordinated and successfully executed the Best Warrior Competitions for the State of Virginia.
Brigade Operations NCO
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Principle advisor to the Commander on all operations, planning, and training readiness across an entire brigade of1500 Soldiers and three battalions.
- Coordinated operational planning, resource allocation, personnel tracking for domestic operations.
- Evaluated operational processes and procedures for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Provided professional development and growth through mentoring and coaching of emerging leaders
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Successfully planned, coordinated, deployed and returned in excess of1200 Soldiers and Airmen to the January6,2021 Capitol Response.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure high levels of accuracy in all administrative tasks performed by personnel within the unit.
- Safely deployed and returned Brigade Headquarters element of 86 Soldiers in2021 to the Middle East in support of logistic operations across 5 locations in 2 separate countries while serving as the Senior Enlisted Advisor.
- Developed the Best Warrior Competition program for the Regional Support Group which highlights the Best Warrior with the entire Brigade who will then compete at higher levels.
Police Auxiliary Program Coordinator, Training Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.2016 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: The City of Hampton Virginia is one of seven coastal cities referred to as Hampton Roads and is the 37th largest metropolitan area in the US.
- Served as the lead firearms and less-lethal weapons instructor for the academy tasked with curriculum development, risk mitigation, and enhancement procedures for problem shooters.
- Coordinated the development, training, and sustainment of the auxiliary program managing seven volunteer-police officers who support all branches within the Police Division
- Developed goals and objectives for training and readiness, conducted inspections of procedures to ensure compliance, and initiated personnel actions, counseling, and career development
- Served as the lead staff instructor for the auxiliary academy, managing all guest instructors, administrative actions, and ensuring compliance with all Department of Criminal Justice System accreditation standards.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Established, coordinated, and executed the first Hampton Police Division auxiliary police academy certifying volunteer officers from three jurisdictions.
Accreditation Quality Assurance NCO
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Served as the lead Accreditation NCO for the entire schoolhouse, ensuring all courses being taught remained in compliance with TRADOC and proponent standards.
- Provided oversight and guidance on training curriculum and development for the training and professional needs across three battalions and a brigade headquarters.
- Evaluated accuracy of existing quality assurance measurement techniques, implementing improvements to increase efficacy and reduce errors.
- Conducted regular audits to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased customer satisfaction levels.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Achieved “Institution of Excellence” designation from TRADOC upon competition of the2020 accreditation.
- Established risk mitigation workshops which resulted in zero safety violations and injuries throughout the training year.
State Marksmanship Coordinator
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2012 - 05.2019
- Served as the Chief Marksmanship Instructor for the Virginia Army National Guard, tasked with improving lethality across the formation through competitive programs and advanced marksmanship instruction.
- Lead all range coordination briefs with staff and evaluated and supervised all risk mitigation methods on and off the range.
- Developed match programs, coordinated all logistical needs, and executed marksmanship competitions for the Army & Air National Guard.
- Coached the state marksmanship teams to compete at state, regional, national, and international levels.
- Lead the development of new marksmanship courses, incorporating emerging trends in teaching techniques as well as evolving equipment technology advancements.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices and continuously improve overall training quality and effectiveness.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Earned the Silver Excellence in Competition Pistol Badge and Bronze Excellence in Competition Rifle Badge.
- Earned the Governors Twenty marksmanship tab.
- Won the state pistol match in 2012 and again in2014.
- Coached the 1st place All-Army Pistol team in2016.
Military Police Course, Course Manager
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Served as the course manager for the Military Police reclassification course, which is a one month course teach basic law enforcement and field skills to service members re-classifying to Military Police.
- Managed ten MP instructors who facilitated training across two phases, made all logistical planning and resourcing for course execution.
- Authored realistic and challenging testing scenarios for both phases of instruction.
- Lead all firearms, less-lethal weapons and defensive tactics training evolutions ensuring that training was realistic and challenging regardless of skill level.
- Ensured that all academic instruction was conducted in accordance within TRADOC and proponent standards.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Scored a 99% and100% on two TRADOC and proponent accreditations.
- Rated the #1 MP Schoolhouse by the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) in2016.
- My firearms training and remedial marksmanship training methods were adopted as Best Practices by the United States Army Military Police School.
Auxiliary Police Officer, Patrol
Portsmouth Police Department
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: Portsmouth is an independent city located in the Hampton Roads region of southeastern Virginia
- Served as a volunteer LE officer working within the uniform patrol division and guest instructing at the Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
- Augmented uniform patrol conducting regular police activities
- Supported basic academy instruction as a firearms, defensive tactics, and driving instructor.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop innovative teaching methods that catered to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Improved cadet performance by employing comprehensive teaching techniques tailored to the Police Academy curriculum.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Received the Life-Saving award for immediate actions taken during a cardiac-arrest incident.
- Received the Meritorious Service medal for actions taken with a suicidal subject
- Received the Meritorious Service medal for actions taken with a suicidal subject.
Academy Staff Instructor, Training Unit
Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Served as a staff instructor at the Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy, facilitating basic law enforcement instruction to approx. 60 Basic LE and Corrections students servicing over 12 organizations.
- Developed and refining training plans to resemble ongoing trends within law enforcement applications and instruction.
- Incorporated / supervised risk management procedures for all high-stress training evolutions.
- Lead all firearms, defensive tactics, and drivers training for all Department of Criminal Justice Services courses.
- Responsible for the efficiency and maintenance of all firearms, less- lethal weapons, and use of force equipment.
- Maintained personnel files and performance evaluation management.
- ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Recognized as the Instructor of the Cycle for two classes.
Gang Intelligence Officer, Investigations
Hampton Police Division
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Established the Divisions Gang Intelligence Unit tasked with the investigation and successful prosecution of gang related violent crimes.
- Provided guidance and direction for authentic, relevant, concise case completion and management.
- Conducted reconnaissance to compile field information, focusing on known gang locations.
- Worked with community partners such as probation and parole, juvenile services, housing authority, social services, state/federal partners, and Commonwealth Attorney’s Office for successful investigation and prosecution.
Special Weapons and Tactics Team
Hampton Police Division
01.2002 - 01.2010
- Served on Special Weapons and Tactics (2002-2010) as a grenadier, assaulter, sniper, and scout. During this assignment I developed courses of fire, training scenarios, conducted reconnaissance, and high risk vehicle/personnel takedowns.
- Assisted in the recruitment and selection process for new SWAT members, identifying top candidates based on skills, experience, and aptitude for teamwork.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections and maintained inventory control for optimal operational effectiveness.
- Maintained a strong working knowledge of specialized equipment, such as breaching tools, ballistic shields, and less-lethal weapons systems.
- Mitigated potential threats to public safety by conducting thorough threat assessments and intelligence gathering.
Patrol Officer: SWAT, Field Training Instructor, Patrol Operations, Special Investigations Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Conducted thorough investigations into reported incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolution.
- Conducted regular assessments to gauge trainee competence in critical skills, adjusting training plans as needed to address gaps in knowledge or ability.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls.
Education
Certificate Leadership / Workforce Development -
United States Army Sergeants Major Academy
Fort Bliss, TX01.2022
General Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01.2022
Skills
- Advanced marksmanship
- Teaching methods
- Firearms safety
- Expert marksmanship
- Combat readiness training
- Adaptive coaching
- Leadership qualities
- Weapons handling
- Safety procedures
Army Courses/ Certifications
Army Basic and Small Group Leader Instructor, Army Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor, Controlled Force Defensive Tactics Instructor, Taser Instructor, Small Arms Master Gunner course, Squad Designated Marksman course, Special Reaction Team PH1 course, Air Assault Rappel Master course, Battle Staff NCO course.
Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Instructor
Firearms, Driving, Defensive Tactics, and Field Training
Affiliations
- Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
- Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS)
- Virginia Gang Investigators Association (VGIA)
- National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA)
Certification
Military & Law Enforcement Specialty and Instructor Certifications:
- General Instructor
- Firearms Instructor
- Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Driving Instructor
- ASP Baton Instructor
- Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor
- Army Basic Instructor
- Small Group Instructor
- Small Arms Master Gunner
- Squad Designated Marksmanship Course
- Special Reaction Team PH1 Course
- Basic & Advanced SWAT School
- Active Shooter Instructor
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Plans and Operations Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) / State Ammunition Manager
Virginia Army National Guard
10.2023 - 02.2025
Brigade Operations NCO
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2020 - 01.2023
Accreditation Quality Assurance NCO
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2017 - 01.2020
Police Auxiliary Program Coordinator, Training Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.2016 - 07.2022
Auxiliary Police Officer, Patrol
Portsmouth Police Department
01.2014 - 01.2016
State Marksmanship Coordinator
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2012 - 05.2019
Military Police Course, Course Manager
Virginia Army National Guard
01.2010 - 01.2017
Academy Staff Instructor, Training Unit
Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
01.2007 - 01.2009
Gang Intelligence Officer, Investigations
Hampton Police Division
01.2005 - 01.2007
Special Weapons and Tactics Team
Hampton Police Division
01.2002 - 01.2010
Patrol Officer: SWAT, Field Training Instructor, Patrol Operations, Special Investigations Unit
Hampton Police Division
01.1999 - 01.2007
Military & Law Enforcement Specialty and Instructor Certifications:
- General Instructor
- Firearms Instructor
- Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Driving Instructor
- ASP Baton Instructor
- Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor
- Army Basic Instructor
- Small Group Instructor
- Small Arms Master Gunner
- Squad Designated Marksmanship Course
- Special Reaction Team PH1 Course
- Basic & Advanced SWAT School
- Active Shooter Instructor
Certificate Leadership / Workforce Development -
United States Army Sergeants Major Academy
General Studies
Liberty University
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