Objective
To obtain a maritime position that leverages my experience as well as learn and grow with a high performing team rooted in ethical and moral business practices.
Experience
I have many areas where I have excelled. I am a Licensed Private Investigator in the state of Ga. and hold a USCG 100 ton Master ticket. A.I.M. Security Services/Week’s Investigative Services, Conyers, GA, 2011-present Regional Manager – Coastal Georgia Armed and non-uniformed protection for corporate executives, high-profile celebrities, political figures and community leaders, high-profile events and meetings, domestic and international travel, sergeant-at-arms for board meetings in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order. Also provide protection escort for unaccompanied minors, courier services for sensitive items and documents, as well as cash transfers. Law Enforcement and Security Specialists Private Training Academy, Atlanta, GA, 2011 Detective/Instructor Teach self-defense techniques and skills. Palmetto Indoor Range, Range Safety Officer, Hardeeville, SC, 2004 Inphoto Surveillance, Field Investigator, Naperville, IL (based in Savannah, GA), 1996-1997 EM Security, Security Site Manager, Savannah, GA, 1993-1994 South Carolina Department of Corrections, Corrections Officer, Columbia, SC, 1993
Sea Tow Savannah
Boat Captain and Salvage Diver, Savannah, GA. 2007-present Provide towing assistance on in-shore and off-shore waters. Salvage and refloat submerged watercraft. Mako Dive Charter Owner and Boat Captain, Savannah, GA. 2007-2010 Owned and operated boat charter business through local waters. Led private and group charters for sightseeing and family outings, including fishing, spearfishing and outdoor recreation. Aviation Global Service Solutions(Gov. contract) Boat Captain and Crew (contract), Savannah, GA. 2010 Provided training platform for U.S. Coast Guard helo operations
SCUBA Diving Instructor
Diving Locker and Ski Chalet
SSI Advanced Open Water Instructor (freelance), Savannah, GA, 2008- present Teach group and private SCUBA open water certification classes. Also teach advanced open water, deep diving, night diving, underwater navigation, boat diving, and underwater photo and video. Have taught and certified students from both Armstrong Atlantic State University and Georgia Southern University. I lead group dive trips to Ginnie Springs, W. Palm Beach, Florida Keys, and Bahamas. Also organize dive trips to Hawaii, Cayman Islands, BonAire, and Bermuda.
Education
Madeira High School, Cincinnati, OH Brevard College, Brevard, NC, General Studies
Certification
Specialized Training
National Rifle Association, Pistol Qualification (Distinguished Expert)
Law Enforcement and Security Specialists Private Training Academy 1. Executive Protection Specialist (I.A.E.P.A.) 2. Private Investigator (80 hours) 3. Private Detective (80 hours)
4. Basic Security Officer (24 hours) 5. Qualified 45 caliber semi-auto pistol (expert) (16 hours) 6. Qualified 9MM semi-auto pistol (expert) (16 hours) 7. Qualified 12-gauge Riot type shotgun (expert) (16 hours) 8. Inventory Protection/Loss Prevention/Asset Protection Store Detective (24 hours)
Non-state Mandated 1. Taser (8 credit hours)
2. Handcuff and restraints (8 credit hours) 3. Expandable baton (8 credit hours) 4. O.C. defensive spray (8 credit hours)
Sea School Captain’s Course 1. Six Pack O.U.P.V. (Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel) 2. Master 100 Ton 3. Towing Endorsement
SCUBA Schools International(SSI) 1. Basic Open Water Course 2. Advanced Open Water Course
a. Navigation b. Night/Limited Visibility c. Deep Diving d. Boat Diving e. Wreck Diving f. Underwater Photo and Video
3. Master 4. Stress and Rescue 5. Dive Con 6. Open Water Instructor Course 7. Advanced Open Water Instructor Course
Diver
(Can teach navigation, night/limited visibility, deep, boat, wreck, spearfishing,
stress and rescue, O2 delivery, first aid/CPR. Currently working on search and recovery.) 8. (Currently working on) Technical Diving/Advanced Decompression Procedures/
Advanced Nitrox/Trimix
Skils
Conducting Surveillance Investigations. SCUBA. Airborne School, Ft. Benning, GA, 11/88 Ranger Indoctrination Program, Ft. Benning, GA, 01/89 Pre-Ranger Course, Ft. Benning, GA, 01/90 Ranger School, Ft. Benning, GA, 01/90-05/90 PLDC (Primary Leadership Development Course)Ft. Jackson Korea 09/91 Combat Lifesaver Course, Camp Boniface, Korea, 08/91
I would like to incorporate my knowledge and experience on the water with my Private investigative background.