Wes L. Brough Jr
Deltona,FL
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement specialist with expertise in criminal investigations and tactical operations. Leverages strong interpersonal skills to engage with communities and enhance public safety. Experienced in executing high-stakes operations, collaborating with teams to achieve significant crime reduction and uphold legal standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DEPUTY SHERIFF (CRIME SUPPRESSION TEAM) (SWAT TEAM MEMBER)
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted proactive law enforcement activities daily in order to deter crime, apprehend wanted fugitives, and seize illicit narcotics
- Collaborated with detectives on narcotic cases, enhancing investigative efforts through intelligence sharing and operational support
- Assisted narcotic detectives in planning and executing security and rescue operations at various locations.
- Conducted residential search warrants, take-downs, and chatter operations for the Child Exploitation Unit
- Engaged with community members to build trust and gather actionable intelligence on criminal activity
- Operated undercover during retail, vehicle, and bicycle theft investigations, contributing to successful apprehensions and case resolutions
- Volusia County Sheriff's Office - Volusia County, USA
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Applied local and state law to apprehend criminals, enhancing community safety in Volusia County
- Executed traffic stops resulting in narcotics seizures, contributing to drug enforcement efforts
- Built positive relationships with residents to enhance public safety and gather intelligence
- Exhibited leadership and de-escalation techniques to resolve confrontations, improving public interactions
- Developed basic skills and knowledge needed to effectively succeed at the patrol level
- Volusia County Sheriff's Office - Volusia County, USA
NON CORE TEACHER
Pine Ridge High School
Deltona, USA
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced student engagement through hands-on activities that foster active learning.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
- Monitored student progress to tailor instruction and meet individual needs.
- Cultivated relationships with families to promote collaboration and student achievement.
- Pine Ridge High School - Deltona, FL
AIRBORNE CAVALRY SCOUT
U.S Army
07.2013 - 09.2018
- Led team through combat deployment in Iraq, achieving mission objectives in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
- Led a team responsible for securing key terrain features during offensive operations, contributing to overall mission success.
- Directed tactical movements, security operations, and reconnaissance for platoon, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Executed joint exercises with foreign military forces, enhancing interoperability and strengthening partnerships.
- U.S Army - United States
Education
Master of Arts - Intelligence Studies
American Military University
05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
08-2025
Law Enforcement Certification - Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL01-2020
Skills
- Criminal Investigations
- Narcotics Identification and Interdiction
- Surveillance and Undercover Operations
- Search Warrant Execution
- Fugitive Apprehension
- Hostage negotiation
- Firearms proficiency
- Tactical knowledge and abilities
- Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Drug Laws
- Report Writing and Courtroom Testimony
- Crisis intervention
- Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Certification
- Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
- Completing the Traffic Stop (Drug Interdiction)
- Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT)
- Tactical Vehicle Operations Certification
- Police Mountain Bike
- Speed Measurements
- Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents (NTOA)
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Airborne School
- Basic Law Enforcement certification
- Basic SWAT school
- FDLE Firearms Instructor (Handgun)
- FDLE Firearms Instructor (Rifle)
- FDLE General Instructor
- Hostage and Crisis Negotiations
Awards
- Airborne wings
- Combat action badge
- Army accommodation medal with combat device
- Army Achievement Medal with three oak leaf clusters and a combat device
- Life-saving medal
- Deputy of the year
- National law enforcement memorial officer of the month
- Legion VFW officer of the year
- Sheriffs award (2)
- Unit accommodation medal
Timeline
DEPUTY SHERIFF (CRIME SUPPRESSION TEAM) (SWAT TEAM MEMBER)
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
11.2023 - Current
NON CORE TEACHER
Pine Ridge High School
01.2023 - 11.2023
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
01.2020 - 12.2023
AIRBORNE CAVALRY SCOUT
U.S Army
07.2013 - 09.2018
Master of Arts - Intelligence Studies
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Law Enforcement Certification - Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Daytona State College