Scyler Livelsburger
Bradley Beach,NJ
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Global K9 Protection Group, enhancing security operations and maximizing K9 team effectiveness across the Northeast. Achieved a remarkable 98% success rate in explosive detection, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and effective stakeholder engagement. Proficient in risk management, committed to cultivating high-performing teams that excel in critical environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K9 Director, Northeast Region
Global K9 Protection Group
Newark, New Jersey
07.2024 - Current
- Lead and managed overall K9 operations across the Northeast region, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations for 85 explosive detection K9 teams.
- Developed and implemented training programs for K9 handlers to enhance detection capabilities and operational readiness in the Third Party K9 Air Cargo field.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to coordinate joint operations and training exercises.
- Conduct risk assessments, and develop strategies to mitigate threats in high-profile events at FAA Air Cargo Installations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization
K9 Trainer / Handler
MSA Security
Cincinnati/Nashville
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Trained and certified K9s in explosive detection, achieving a 98% success rate in operational deployments
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops for law enforcement personnel on effective K9 handling techniques
- Assisted in the evaluation and selection of K9s for detection programs, ensuring suitability for operational demands
Police Officer
Mount St. Joseph University
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Responding to assistance and emergency requests
- Enforcing or implementing institutional rules, laws, and regulations about student conduct defined in the student handbook
- Conducting patrols on campus to ensure security of buildings, students and staff
- Enforcing vehicle and traffic regulations
- Investigating crimes
- Responds to calls for police service
- Conducts preliminary & follow-up criminal and traffic investigations
- Conducts interviews
Police Officer
Fairfield Township Police Department
Hamilton, Ohio
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Enforcing laws
- Ensuring the safety and security of the public by responding to emergencies, providing assistance to victims, and reducing or preventing involvement in crime
- Building relationships with the community while helping to contribute to the health and safety of vulnerable populations
- Creating community awareness by using crime prevention methods or intervention initiatives
- Conducting investigations by interviewing suspects, witnesses, and collecting evidence at crime scenes
- Participating in and testifying at court hearings when required
- Processing incident reports with accurate detail and factual information
Physical Security Specialist
US Navy
Colts Neck, NJ
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Monitored security systems and ensured proper functioning of surveillance cameras, access control systems, and other security devices.
- Developed, implemented, and maintained physical security policies and procedures to protect personnel and property.
- Conducted regular inspections of the premises to identify any security breaches or suspicious activities.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and safety requirements for physical security operations.
- Provided training to staff on physical security protocols such as visitor management, alarm response procedures.
- Assisted in developing emergency plans in case of natural disasters or other emergencies.
- Performed periodic audits of access control systems to ensure accuracy of data entry and appropriate user access levels are granted.
Military Working Dog Kennel Master
US Navy
Colts Neck, New Jersey
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Served as a K9 Kennel Master, in charge of six explosive detection units, providing security and protection for high-value assets, including DOS, DOD officials.
- Conducted patrols and security operations, ensuring the safety of personnel and facilities.
- Collaborated with various military, federal, state, and local civilian agencies to enhance security measures and response protocols for military installations and national critical infrastructure facilities.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Military Working Dog Handler
US Navy
NWS Earle, Colts Neck NJ/Sasebo, Japan/Diego Garcia
12.2012 - 06.2019
- Conducted patrols and security operations, ensuring the safety of personnel at U.S. military installations, including National Critical Infrastructure facilities.
- Collaborated with various military and federal, state, and local civilian agencies to enhance explosive detection security measures and response protocols for the United States Secret Service, Department of State, DOD, and federal, state, and local agencies.
- Deployed with assigned Military Working Dog teams in support of overseas operations.
- Developed and implemented training plans for Military Working Dogs based on mission requirements.
- Assisted in the detection and prevention of drug smuggling activities at airports and other locations.
- Carried out searches for missing persons using specially trained Military Working Dogs.
Education
BS - Criminal Justice
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio06-2025
Police Officer Certificatioin - Police/Criminal Jusitce
Great Oaks Police Academy
Cincinnati, OH11-2019
Skills
- K9 Training & Handler Development
- Explosive & Narcotics Detection
- Antiterrorism & Force Protection
- Security Operations Management
- Law Enforcement & Tactical Operations
- Program Development & Implementation
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Risk Evaluation and Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Proficient in Microsoft Office/Excel
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Government relations
- Project management
- Program management
- Regulatory compliance
- Contract and vendor management
- Risk management processes and analysis
Affiliations
- Member, National K9 Association
- NAPWDA
- USPCA
- UPWDA
- American Board for Certification in Homeland Security
Certification
- Military Working Dog Handler Certification, 02/01/12
- NAPWDA Explosive Detection Certification, 12/01/23
- NCIS Anti-Terrorism Officer Cert, 06/01/14
- Antiterrorism Awareness Training Team
- OPOTA Police Certification
- Naval Explosive Hazard handler, AMMO 18/49
- USMC Gray Belt Instructor
- ATF licensing/shipper/ Certification
- US Navy FTO
- Level IV Certificate in Homeland Security/Incident response and Terrorism
- HSIRM (Hazardous Substance Incident Response Management)
- US Navy Ammunition Sentencing
References
Available upon request.
Awards
Two Letters of Accommodation from Director, United States Secret Service for UNGA73 and Pope Francis visit, UNGA70
Accomplishments
- Three Letters of Commendation from USSS Director for security operations involving UNGA 70, 73 and Pope Francis Protection Mission 2015.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
K9 Director, Northeast Region
Global K9 Protection Group
07.2024 - Current
K9 Trainer / Handler
MSA Security
08.2021 - 06.2024
Police Officer
Mount St. Joseph University
08.2021 - 09.2023
Police Officer
Fairfield Township Police Department
01.2020 - 03.2021
Physical Security Specialist
US Navy
06.2016 - 07.2019
Military Working Dog Kennel Master
US Navy
05.2016 - 06.2019
Military Working Dog Handler
US Navy
12.2012 - 06.2019
- Military Working Dog Handler Certification, 02/01/12
- NAPWDA Explosive Detection Certification, 12/01/23
- NCIS Anti-Terrorism Officer Cert, 06/01/14
- Antiterrorism Awareness Training Team
- OPOTA Police Certification
- Naval Explosive Hazard handler, AMMO 18/49
- USMC Gray Belt Instructor
- ATF licensing/shipper/ Certification
- US Navy FTO
- Level IV Certificate in Homeland Security/Incident response and Terrorism
- HSIRM (Hazardous Substance Incident Response Management)
- US Navy Ammunition Sentencing
BS - Criminal Justice
Miami University
Police Officer Certificatioin - Police/Criminal Jusitce
Great Oaks Police Academy
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