WILLIAM J MORGAN JR
PORTLAND,OR
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional seeking the position in your company to providing strong, positive, and balanced leadership to uphold public safety, promote community engagement, and foster collaborative partnerships with our community.
Experienced law enforcement subject matter expert with a career spanning diverse operational roles across the US Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Proven track record of effective leadership, strategic planning, and successful execution of complex investigations. Adept at cultivating positive relationships within ATF, diverse law enforcement partners, and communities.
Professional with strong background in investigative procedures, adept at gathering and analyzing intelligence to support mission objectives. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning, ensuring effective collaboration within teams to achieve operational goals. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, with focus on maintaining integrity and confidentiality.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Special Agent
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
05.1990 - 03.2025
Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Seattle Field Division
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Lead operations, training, and investigations within Oregon, Hawai'i, and Guam CNMI, American Samoa
- Overseeing criminal enforcement groups and serving as the deciding official in disciplinary actions.
- Coordinate communication between ATF National Headquarters and field offices.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Facilitated intelligence sharing among agents through regular briefings, resulting in more effective case resolutions.
- Established strong relationships with local law enforcement agencies for collaborative case resolutions, enhancing community safety efforts.
Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Baltimore Field Division
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Lead operations, training, and investigations within Baltimore Field Division, overseeing criminal enforcement groups and the ATF Arson Task Force and serving as the deciding official in disciplinary actions in two states
- Coordinate communication between ATF National Headquarters and field offices
- Establish and maintain relationships with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and government entities
Group Supervisor Baltimore Group III
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Managed criminal enforcement group responsible for firearm-related federal violent crimes and trafficking investigations
- Oversaw investigative tempo, directed arrest operations, and federal search warrant initiation
Supervisory Senior Special Agent
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Served as the 'Technical Lead' on the ATF Strategic Plan Working Group, developing the agency's 2023-2027 Strategic Plan
- Facilitated discussions, conducted training sessions, and presented briefings to ATF Director's office
Group Supervisor Baltimore Division Group VII
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Supervised the gathering, analysis and dissemination of intelligence products, and the perfection of criminal investigations within the Baltimore Field Division’s area of responsibility
- The group’s investigations range from complex Firearms Trafficking and joint agency investigations as well as to Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN) Investigations
- Continuously assessed group performance, providing constructive feedback and implementing targeted improvement measures to optimize results.
Branch Chief ATF HQ
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Supervised the ATF National Case Management System
- System owner for several of ATF’s National Databases
- Coordinated the testing and operational parameters and protocols for the systems
- Facilitated discussions, conducted training sessions, and presented briefings to ATF Director's executive staff and various Division heads
Education
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
Pennsylvania State University
08.1989
Skills
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Team Leadership and Development
- Community Engagement and Partnerships
- Policy Development and Compliance
- Budget Planning and Administration
- Crisis Management and Response
- Cross-Jurisdictional Investigations
- Intelligence analysis
- Criminal investigation
- Interagency collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Federal criminal code expertise
- Sensitive information handling
- Crisis management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking capacity
Accomplishments
AWARDS: Two time Hostile Action medal,Special Agent of the Quarter recognition, nominations for the Medal of Valor and the Life Saving Award, and invitations to participate in high-profile ATF projects led by the Director's Office.
Certification
- Certified Law Enforcement Officer
- International Association of Chief’s of Police Leadership in Police Course Graduate
- National Collaboration Development Center Course Graduate
Key Skills And Abilities
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Team Leadership and Development
- Community Engagement and Partnerships
- Policy Development and Compliance
- Budget Planning and Administration
- Crisis Management and Response
- Training Program Development
- Cross-Jurisdictional Investigations
Clearance
GS 1811-15/5, Top Secret / SCI Eligible Clearance
Qualifications Summary
Experienced law enforcement subject matter expert with a career spanning diverse operational roles across the US Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Proven track record of effective leadership, strategic planning, and successful execution of complex investigations. Adept at cultivating positive relationships within ATF, diverse law enforcement partners, and communities.
Timeline
Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Seattle Field Division
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
11.2023 - 03.2025
Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Baltimore Field Division
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
09.2022 - 11.2023
Group Supervisor Baltimore Group III
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
06.2022 - 09.2022
Supervisory Senior Special Agent
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
06.2021 - 06.2022
Group Supervisor Baltimore Division Group VII
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
08.2020 - 06.2021
Branch Chief ATF HQ
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
06.2016 - 08.2020
Senior Special Agent
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
05.1990 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice
Pennsylvania State University
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