Samuel Miller
Benson
Summary
Experienced state-level law enforcement leader with a strong background in commercial vehicle enforcement (CVE). Dedicated CVE supervisor for the past 12 years and certified commercial vehicle inspector for over 26 years. Skilled in achieving objectives, ensuring high standards, and aligning unit's efforts with organizational goals. Recognized for a collaborative, diplomatic approach to working with stakeholders, fostering effective partnerships, and driving successful outcomes.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant - Commercial Vehicle Enforcement
Arizona Department of Public Safety
02.2013 - Current
- Salary: $114,517.00 USD Per Year
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- I currently work for the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) assigned as a supervisor in the Arizona Commercial Vehicle Safety Partnership (ACVSP). I have 12 years of experience in this position. I am responsible for interpreting Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and policies and applying this knowledge to law enforcement activities.
- As a supervisor in the ACVSP, I am responsible for planning and scheduling my unit’s commercial vehicle enforcement (CVE) activities. I ensure my employees understand Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, enforcement policies and stay up to date with changes to regulations and enforcement policies. I review and analyze current and historical commercial motor vehicle (CMV) collisions. Based on the analysis, I plan the deployment of personnel throughout the year with the goal of CMV collision reduction. I am responsible for developing annual goals and expectations for my unit, developing schedules, work assignments, and monitoring unit productivity. I maintain spreadsheets to track my unit's completion of mandatory training and CMV inspections to enure requirements are met to maintain peace officer and CMV inspector certifications. I have provided input to the MCSAP grant manager during the application process reference projected goals for total number of inspections, number of each inspection level, passenger vehicle inspections, and outreach.
- Responsible for investigating, formulating, and auditing DataQ responses for my unit.
- I utilize SafeSpect to conduct roadside CMV inspections in accordance with CVSA inspection protocols. I also gather and analyze statistics derived from my unit’s CMV inspections to produce reports and ensure quality inspections.
- Since 2013, I have been responsible for the planning and coordination of the ACVSP’s annual weeklong detail, Operation Southern Shield. This required me to develop and maintain professional relationships with other CVE agencies as a representative of AZDPS. Since taking over this responsibility, Operation Southern Shield has grown into the ACVSP’s largest annual CVE detail. The detail now encompasses over 220 miles of interstate along I-10 and I-19 in southern Arizona. As coordinator, I am responsible for coordinating the detail between agencies, developing the operational plan, personnel assignments, locations, briefing the operational plan to participants, compiling detail stats, and reporting on the results of the detail.
- Utilize multiple federal databases such as MCMIS, CDLIS, Query Central, and others on a routine basis.
- I have implemented two programs within my unit with the goal of increasing commercial passenger carrier vehicle inspections to enable my agency to meet MCSAP grant requirements. Both programs have been successful and have provided a significant increase in commercial passenger carrier vehicle inspections within my unit.
- Supervisor: Vern Havens (520-560-1826)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Sergeant - Highway Patrol Division
Arizona Department of Public Safety
06.2008 - 03.2013
- Salary: $79,902.00 USD Per Year
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- As a Highway Patrol supervisor in the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) I was required to have knowledge of and be skilled in:
- Principles and practices of leadership, supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
- Federal, state, and local laws governing traffic, commercial vehicle regulations, and criminal laws.
- Department goals and objectives, organizational structure, functions and resources.
- Department computerized record systems.
- Hazardous materials, conditions and devices.
- As a supervisor, I routinely accomplished the following:
- Planed, scheduled, coordinated, and supervised the work of law enforcement officers.
- Gathered and analyzed large amounts of information from department databases to determine collision trends in causes, frequency, types, locations, and times of day to develop and implement comprehensive collision reduction plans.
- Reviewed the work of assigned personnel to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations and with department policies and procedures. Reviewed logs and reports for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to established standards.
- Evaluated employee performance and identified deficiencies and/or training needs. Provided or arranged for necessary instruction. Initiated discipline when appropriate. Prepared performance appraisals and supporting documentation.
- Developed and implemented unit goals and objectives.
- Responded to collisions, including those involving commercial motor vehicles, and assumed command when appropriate.
- Conducted investigations into citizen or internal complaints against employees of the department.
- Prepared a variety of reports (technical, statistical, activity, administrative, etc.) as required.
- Represented the agency while working with other law enforcement agencies in planning and coordinating task force operations or other multi-agency special events and activities.
- Participated in community activities and made verbal presentations to diverse audiences.
- Served as acting district commander when required.
Trooper - Highway Patrol Division
Arizona Department of Public Safety
06.1998 - 06.2008
- Salary: $67,950.00 USD Per Year
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- As a state trooper working for the Arizona Department of Public Safety, I was required to have knowledge of:
- Departmental rules and regulations.
- Federal, state, and local laws governing traffic and crime, search and seizure activities, and the rules of evidence.
- Federal Motor Carrier safety regulations and policies.
- Conflict management techniques.
- Investigative techniques.
- Techniques of interviewing and interrogation.
- As a state trooper I was responsible to:
- Patrol state highway systems, enforcing traffic laws and conducting roadside CMV inspections.
- Answer calls and complaints involving collisions, misdemeanors, and felonies. Respond to general public calls for assistance.
- Stabilize emergency situations. Secure collision or crime scenes.
- Compose detailed factual reports.
- Investigate traffic collisions involving CMV's and non-CMV's by conducting interviews and gathering evidence.
- Prepared cases for court and testified as a witness.
- Participated in problem oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions, and monitoring the results.
- Represented the agency and maintains liaison with other law enforcement agencies, court systems, and the public to promote a cooperative law enforcement atmosphere.
Sergeant - Military Intelligence Analyst
U.S. Army (Active Duty)
06.1990 - 12.1996
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- As a supervising intelligence analyst, I was responsible for collecting and analyzing data. Writing technical reports and briefing senior leaders outside of my unit. I was responsible for overseeing the work product and activities of the members of my unit. I received training in technical writing, leadership and mentoring and evaluating the work product of subordinates.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Aviation
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT12.2021
Skills
- Strategic problem solving
- Analytical decision making
- Data compilation and analysis
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution skills
Timeline
Sergeant - Commercial Vehicle Enforcement
Arizona Department of Public Safety
02.2013 - Current
Sergeant - Highway Patrol Division
Arizona Department of Public Safety
06.2008 - 03.2013
Trooper - Highway Patrol Division
Arizona Department of Public Safety
06.1998 - 06.2008
Sergeant - Military Intelligence Analyst
U.S. Army (Active Duty)
06.1990 - 12.1996
Bachelor's degree - Aviation
Utah Valley University
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