Shane Brown

• Coordinated multi-agency task forces targeting violent crime and gang activity. For approximately 17 years I led a team of Federal, State, and Local officers as part of 3 District and Regional Fugitive Task Forces. During this time my team and I arrested more than 4000 violent fugitive including many Top 10 fugitives for the FBI, ATF, and other agencies.
• Continuously updated personal skill set through participation in hundreds f hours of specialized trainings such as advanced tactical response courses, building entries, room clearing, vehicle takedowns, door breaching, shield operations, and tactical medical training. My team and I conduct 8 hours of tactical training each month in addition to a high tempo operations environment.
• Managed confidential informant networks effectively resulting in valuable leads on criminal subjects.
• Developed expertise in crisis negotiations, successfully defusing tense situations without loss of life or injury to involved parties.
• Utilized advanced surveillance techniques during undercover operations to gather crucial evidence for ongoing investigations.
• Enhanced interagency collaboration for high-profile cases, leading to more efficient investigations and arrests.
• Provided essential support in tactical operations, contributing to the successful resolution of critical incidents.
• Ensured public safety during high-risk events by coordinating with other law enforcement agencies on crowd control measures.
• Safeguarded judges, attorneys, and other court personnel through diligent observation and threat assessment during trials.
• Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.

I began my career with the Marine Corps Reserves in 1987 and was assigned as a Machine Gunner in an Infantry company. I left the Marine Corps in 1989 and spent 4 years on active duty with the US Air Force as a Security Specialist. I returned to the Marine Corps Reserves in 1994 and retired in 2010 as a Gunnery Sergeant.

I spent approximately 12 years as a Platoon Sergeant. In 2003 my unit was activated for OIF where we participated in the invasion of Iraq. I led a reinforced rifle platoon consisting of 45 Marines and 2 Navy Corpsman during aggressive combat operations in Iraq, primarily in the Tigress River Valley. I led Marines during numerous firefights, cordon and clear operations and patrols. While most day to day operations were conducted at the squad and fire tam level I led 2-3 patrols daily in addition to other administration and logistical duties.

As a Platoon Sergeant I was responsible for training at the platoon, squad, and fire team level. I also conducted training to grow future leaders. I received an excellent combat fitness report following the depoyment.

• Devised and implemented plans and combat tactics.
• Managed over $ 1 million dollars worth of equipment during deployment operations.
• Enforced tactical standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
• Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
• Expedited decision-making processes for higher headquarters with accurate reporting on various aspects of battlefield conditions including enemy activity patterns and terrain analysis.
• Managed personnel administration tasks such as evaluations, promotions, awards recommendations, leave requests, and disciplinary actions to maintain a well-organized platoon structure.

I trained as a Security Specialist in the US Air Force and was initially assigned to HQ NORAD and US Space Command from 1990 to 1991 where I provided site security. I transferred to NAS Keflavik, Iceland where I provided security for aircraft and various radar sites from 1991-1992. From 1992-1993 I was assigned to F.E. Warren where I worked as an alarm response team member for Peacekeeper missile sites and nuclear weapons storage areas.

• Performed guard duties by making judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures.