Steve E. West
Spring Hill,TN
Summary
Experienced Certified Firearms Instructor with a strong background in law enforcement and military training. Skilled in developing and delivering firearms training programs emphasizing safety, accuracy, and tactical proficiency. Effective in working with diverse groups including law enforcement, military, and civilians. Committed to continuous improvement and staying current on the latest firearms training techniques to enhance shooting skills and encourage responsible gun ownership while ensuring participant safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Protective Force Training Manager
Four Rivers Nuclear Partnership
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed the daily operations to maintain the efficacy and success of in-person and computer-based Protective Force (PF) training focused on tactical strategies and weapons use.
- Reviewed training protocols and updated procedures to stay compliant of established internal and external regulations.
- Tracked the progress of training to verify timely completion and processing of all instruction sessions.
- Set timelines for when to conduct weapon qualification sessions.
- Managed the performance of training staff, identified areas of needed improvement, and adjusted training procedures to account for any changes in curricula.
- Offered hands-on professional development guidance to ensure that personnel were fully competent in training requirements.
- Created and facilitated two massive multi-divisional Force-on-Force exercises with zero discrepancies.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
- Established a culture of continuous learning, promoting professional development opportunities for all employees across the organization.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs using various assessment tools, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Stayed abreast of industry trends and emerging best practices in talent development, ensuring the organization maintained a competitive edge in workforce capabilities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customized training solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Protective Force (PF) Training Supervisor
Fluor Federal Services
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Presided over the execution of training sessions to verify adherence to curriculum standards and federal regulations.
- Created lesson plans and led staff on best practices for administering training so trainees were adequately prepared.
- Conducted needs assessments to find growth opportunities in training and updated corresponding documents to coincide with any changes.
- Worked with the Infrastructure Support Services Contractor security team to launch new security incident response plans.
- Maintained a safe range environment; enforced fire arms safety rules and regulations.
- Organized, coordinated, and administered all range operations. Operated and maintained computer systems relating to range control systems and firearms training simulators.
- Developed firearm training plans, curriculum, and qualification courses.
- Planned, scheduled, and conducted firearms training activities including proficiency, qualifications, and weapon maintenance.
- Provided firearms handling and manipulation, and safety instruction to police officers. Built and erected props for special training sessions.
- Conducted recurring range qualifications for active and retired personnel; maintained qualification schedules and records.
- Ensured that range equipment and facilities were in good repair and well stocked; ordered range supplies and coordinate with Public Works and outside vendors to facilitate repairs and improvements.
- Acquired, stored, and issued ammunition; maintained inventory of ammunition and supplies required by different weapons systems;
- Evaluated limited scope performance testing (LSPT), ensuring 100% pass rate before live fire qualifications.
- Inspected, maintained,d and repaire all department-owned weapons authorized for use including pistols, rifles, and shotguns; assisted officers with information and routine repairs and issues with their weapons; maintained complete inventory of weapons and ammunition; maintained individual records on each weapon including date of acquisition, officer assigned, and inspections.
- Developed a successful active shooter/workplace violence program.
- Created engaging training content that catered to diverse learning styles, improving overall knowledge acquisition among employees.
- Established a culture of continuous learning by implementing regular feedback loops and performance evaluations.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, accelerating their integration into the company culture and work environment.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Directed field training to enhance participants' skills.
- Provided recommendations for process improvements and discontinuation of ineffective or outdated methods.
Security Police Officer
Fluor Federal Services
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Provided armed security response for protecting high-value assets critical to national security from sabotage, espionage, subversion, attack, and violence.
- Investigated crisis situations and applied security procedures to resolve existing and/or potential threats that minimized harm to civilians.
- Inspected assets entering or exiting the premises and monitored suspicious behavior in and around the facility using advanced surveillance techniques.
- Maintained the integrity and security of crime scenes to minimize the change of evidence tampering.
- Investigated suspicious activities promptly, compiling detailed reports for further analysis or legal actions if necessary.
- Key Achievement: Successfully lead a four-person team into a facility for an active shooter training scenario.
Base Defense Operation Center Controller & Patrolman
PAE Applied Technologies
09.2011 - 07.2015
- Maintained strict vigilance over more than $500B worth of customer assets vital to national defense.
- Tracked activity on surveillance equipment to observe and report on any potential unsafe or dangerous situations.
- Coordinated team response for swift action in neutralizing threats.
- Inspected access systems and security equipment to verify all safety resources were in working order.
- Oversaw the handling, storage, and safety of property and vehicles.
- Investigated potential threats in and around restricted areas.
- Directed vehicles onto the installation and performed searches as needed.
- Kept detailed records of all activities for easy reference and transparency if needed.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management, Organizational Leadership
American Military University
Manassas, VA08-2024
Skills
- Executive law enforcement instructor
- Safety and protection methods for civilians
- Criminal Investigations Strategies
- Regulatory compliance management
- Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
- Strategic firearms training
- Evidence Collection & Forensics
- Asset protection management
- Advanced firearms qualification
- Facility Access Permissions
- Effective strategic planning
Certification
- Department of Energy Q cleared/Department of Defense TS-SEI with Poly cleared
- Completed many Air Force Leadership Courses in higher education and field leadership
- Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Level I and II
- Department of Energy’s Range Master Certified
- Department of Energy’s Fundamental of Performance Testing
- Department of Energy’s Job Analysis Course
- Department of Energy’s Curriculum Development
- Department of Energy’s Special Response Team
- Department of Energy’s Lead Basic Instructor Course
- Department of Energy’s Firearms Instructor Course
- Department of Energy’s Advanced Weapon System Course
- Department of Energy’s Basic Tactical Entry Course
- Department of Energy’s Tactical Entry Instructor Course
- Department of Energy’s Human Reliability Program
- Department of Energy’s Intermediate Force Instructor
- Department of Energy’s Armorers I Course
- WSI Designated Marksman Course
- WSI Supervisor Initial Training Course
- United States Air Force Combat First Aid Course
- American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Course
- American Heart Association First Aid/CPR Course
- Emergency Management Institute/FEMA Incident Command System
- Emergency Management Institute/FEMA National Incident Management System
- CTS Training Institute’s Flash-Bang and Aerosol Course
Timeline
Protective Force Training Manager
Four Rivers Nuclear Partnership
03.2019 - 05.2021
Protective Force (PF) Training Supervisor
Fluor Federal Services
02.2016 - 03.2019
Security Police Officer
Fluor Federal Services
10.2015 - 02.2016
Base Defense Operation Center Controller & Patrolman
PAE Applied Technologies
09.2011 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management, Organizational Leadership
American Military University
Additional Job History
- Special Response Team, Tactical Entry & Firearms Instructor, WSI Nevada Test Site
- Desk Sergeant / Installation Patrolman / Installation Entry Controller, Computer Sciences Corp.
Military History
- Operations Manager/Security Shift Manager/Ground Combat Skills Instructor, USAF (1986–2007)
- Decorated Honorable Discharge
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