Peyton, Colorado, United States
U.S. Marine Corps infantry veteran and current EMT with 5+ years of experience operating in high-pressure, fast-paced environments where accountability, discipline, and decision-making matter. Proven ability to lead small teams, manage critical situations, and perform under stress while maintaining professionalism and mission focus. Experienced in emergency response, patient care, tactical communication, risk management, and team coordination. During military service, led and operated within infantry teams conducting domestic and overseas operations, including deployments in the United States and Japan. Trusted with sensitive responsibilities requiring a Secret Security Clearance and accountability for personnel and equipment valued over $500,000. Recognized for strong work ethic, adaptability, and leadership under pressure. Currently working in emergency medical services, applying calm decision-making, communication skills, and problem-solving in unpredictable situations. Holds a B.S. in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, bringing both technical knowledge and operational experience to professional environments. Focused on continued growth in public service, emergency response, and leadership roles.
Emergency Medical Technician with American Medical Response providing 911 emergency response and pre-hospital patient care throughout Colorado Springs and surrounding areas. Responsible for rapid patient assessment, emergency treatment, stabilization, and safe transport during medical and trauma incidents while operating in high-stress, fast-paced environments. Collaborate closely with dispatch, fire personnel, law enforcement, and hospital staff to deliver effective patient care and scene management. Skilled in airway management, CPR, bleeding control, splinting, vital sign monitoring, and emergency medical interventions in accordance with local protocols and medical direction while maintaining ambulance readiness, medical equipment, and accurate documentation.
Implement comprehensive training programs that cover essential tactical skills, such as hand and arm signals, patrolling methods, and buddy rushing. • Provide hands-on instruction, mentorship, and evaluation to trainees, ensuring they understand and can effectively execute learned skills. • Act as a tactical advisor during the U.S. Marine Corps Crucible event, offering expert feedback, real-time coaching, and risk management to enhance mission success. • Conduct detailed after-action reviews (AARs) to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and refine training strategies. • Collaborate with other instructors and training teams to ensure curriculum alignment and effectiveness. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tactical and operational best practices to provide the most relevant training.
Leadership and Command: Lead, motivate, and manage an infantry squad of 12 Marines, fostering cohesion, morale, and trust among team members. • Tactical Planning and Execution: Develop and implement squad-level tactical plans, ensuring alignment with the overall mission objectives. Conduct rehearsals and lead squad movements during patrols, attacks, and defensive operations. • Training and Development: Train and mentor squad members in critical combat skills, including fire and maneuver, patrolling, reconnaissance, and weapons proficiency. Assess and enhance their combat readiness and tactical expertise. • Combat Operations: Execute combat missions with precision, making real-time tactical decisions to adapt to changing operational environments. Lead the squad in buddy rushing, fire and movement, and close-quarters battle (CQB). • Safety and Risk Management: Enforce safety protocols and risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the well-being of all squad members during training and operations. • Communication: Maintain effective communication with the Platoon Commander, Platoon Sergeant, and adjacent units to relay critical information and ensure mission coordination. • Equipment Management: Oversee the maintenance and accountability of squad-level equipment, weapons, and supplies. Ensure that all equipment is serviceable and combat-ready.
Incident Response working on a hand crew. Employee to fight forest fires and employed as an EMT on the hand crew.