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Shane Johnston

Castle Rock

Summary

Military Veteran and Law Enforcement Officer specializing in operations and strategic personnel management. Expertise in high-risk operations, risk assessment, and fostering collaborative efforts for community protection. Strong background in fitness and wellness programs enhances the commitment to officer safety and public health.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy / SWAT Operator and Team Breacher

Elbert County Sheriff's Office
Kiowa
01.2021 - Current
  • Enforced county laws and maintained public safety through proactive patrolling and crime investigation within Elbert County Sheriff's Department.
  • Responded to emergencies with competence, performing high-risk stops and addressing dangerous crimes to protect the community.
  • Demonstrated exceptional judgement and composure in high-pressure situations, ensuring the safety of both the public and fellow officers.
  • Conduct high-risk operations as part of a disciplined and elite SWAT team.
  • Independently executing and enforcing civil and/or criminal processes.
  • Conducted arrests for offenses including DUIs, assaults, and sex crimes, contributing to community harm prevention.
  • Planning and carrying out investigations.
  • Executing warrant of arrest.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement agencies for intelligence gathering and joint operation execution.
  • Leading and assisting security assignments for court proceedings in criminal and/or civil trials.
  • Coordinating the searching and transporting of detainees, arrestees, and/or prisoners.
  • Provided expert testimony in support of deputies involved in line-of-duty incidents, reinforcing the integrity of law enforcement actions.

Strength & Conditioning Intern

West Metropolitan Fire
Lakewood
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Designed and implemented strength and conditioning programs across multiple firehouses, catering to the unique needs of professional firefighters and administrative staff.
  • Developed comprehensive health and wellness strategies to maintain peak physical readiness and job performance for emergency responders.
  • Delivered hands-on training to clients, focusing on proper exercise mechanics and form, ensuring safe and effective workouts tailored to their fitness objectives.
  • Conducted fitness consultations and organized educational events to raise awareness of health and fitness risks, promoting a culture of well-being.
  • Crafted personalized intervention plans targeting lifestyle changes for individuals facing health challenges, effectively boosting morale and engagement.

Supervisor

Charity Solutions, Inc.
Tucson
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Managed comprehensive logistics and transportation support for customer facilities, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted thorough vehicle maintenance checks pre, during, and post-operation to ensure reliability and safety.

Motor Transport Operator

United States Marine Corps
Various Locations
01.2011 - 12.2018
  • Coordinated the dispatch and inventory management of 20+ military vehicles, optimizing operations both domestically and in deployed environments.
  • Appointed as the movement Dispatch Chief, responsible for the daily operational direction, invoicing, and tracking of military vehicles and equipment.
  • Spearheaded the retrograde process for equipment worth over $10M, enhancing operational support in the Philippines.
  • Conducted meticulous inventory and allocation of primary and ancillary equipment, supporting the operational needs of a 2,000-person Batallion.
  • Led a dynamic team of 5-16 personnel, ensuring effective administrative support and management of equipment assets valued at over $5M.
  • Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for new employees, covering sustainment, logistics operations, benefits advice, and skill development.

Floorhand

Ensign Energy Services
Denver
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency and safety, resulting in a 58% reduction in workplace incidents over a six-month period.
  • Managed the maintenance and organization of a tool warehouse with an inventory of over 3,000 pieces of equipment valued at approximately $500k.
  • Played a key role in onboarding and training new hires, demonstrating the safest and most effective procedures for daily operations.
  • Prepared and handled high-pressure lines up to 30,000lbs, securing connections and preventing leaks.
  • Consistently performed the tripping of pipes, averaging 11,000 feet per 12-hour shift, maintaining high standards of performance and safety.

Education

Bachelor of Art - Exercise Science/Kinesiology

Metropolitan State University
Denver
01-2019

Skills

  • Process Improvement
  • Risk Management
  • Target Analysis
  • Strategic Planning
  • Personnel Development
  • Information Security Management
  • Employee Training
  • Officer Safety
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Microsoft Office Business Suite
  • Mac / Microsoft Windows
  • Civil process enforcement
  • Criminal investigation
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • High-risk warrant service

Languages

English

Timeline

Deputy / SWAT Operator and Team Breacher

Elbert County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - Current

Strength & Conditioning Intern

West Metropolitan Fire
01.2019 - 12.2020

Supervisor

Charity Solutions, Inc.
01.2017 - 12.2018

Floorhand

Ensign Energy Services
01.2014 - 12.2015

Motor Transport Operator

United States Marine Corps
01.2011 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Art - Exercise Science/Kinesiology

Metropolitan State University
Shane Johnston