Mark Whisenant
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Contact Information

Address
PO Box 354277
Palm Coast, Fl - 32135
Candidate's Statement

Experienced Coast Guard Reserve Officer and Retired Sheriff’s Office Master Deputy, with a Masters degree in Human Services, offering versatile instructional skills and proficiency in all areas of Military and Civilian Law Enforcement, including intricate knowledge of Port Security. Skills Delivering training programs with an emphasis on Safety & Performance Emphasis on Safety & Performance Expert in a wide variety of Law Enforcement, including Civilian, Military and Port Authority Solid Understanding of Firearms Safety and Training Decisive, Knowledgeable and Respected Team Leader Education Springfield College - MS/MOML Organizational Management and Leadership (2015) Human Services Concentration in Organizational and Leadership Southern Illinois University - BS Workforce Education and Training (2013) Bachelor of Science in Workforce Education and Training Piedmont Technical College – AAS Public Service (1997) Associates Degree in Public Service with a Minor in Criminal Justice Experience United States Coast Guard Reserve - Chief Warrant Officer (2012-Present) Supervised Petty Officers in all reserve enforcement operations for the 4th Largest Container Military Strategic Port in the US. Assisted Response Team Leader in management of response missions covering 2 deep-water ports with over 3000 annual vessel arrivals. Planned, facilitated and trained reserve law enforcement members, while coordinating the use of multiple training facilities. Achieved 90% average in key mobilization training & readiness areas, surpassing active duty contingent. ABS Consulting - Training Specialist (2011-2015) Responsible for training employees in Coast Guard Port Security, Maritime and International Law Enforcement Authority and Jurisdiction, including Small Arms Use & Safety, Detention & Interview Policy, Use of Deadly Force, Weapons & Drug Identification, Security Planning & Review, Search of Persons & Vessels, Safety Regulations and Case Package & Preparation. Teaching techniques include traditional instruction and physical instruction, including the use of defensive tactics & maneuvers while wearing protective gear. United States Coast Guard - Senior Reserve Officer (2010-2012) Responsible for the readiness, logistics, operations and safety of a reservist Maritime Law Enforcement Detachment. Served as the Senior Reserve Advisor for the Commanding Officer. Prepared lesson plans, managed drilling/training schedules and monitored reservist readiness functions to ensure the highest level of readiness for potential mobilization in response to urgent national tasking and mission support worldwide. Led reservist team on Counter Narcotics Drug Interdiction deployment with active-duty counterparts on allied warship. United States Coast Guard - Squad Leader-Force Protection - Kuwait (October 2008-September 2009) Direct Supervisor for 12 members of the squad. Primary Mission was to maintain and supervise 3 Entry Control Points during the mission. Secondary Mission was to assist in Personal Security Detail for USO tours and military VIPs. Trained PSU squads consisting of 80 hours of lecturing and practical application. United States Coast Guard - Lead Petty Officer - (2001-2008) Primary Instructor for the Expeditionary Branch and supervised Petty Officers (Instructors). Graduated from the Boarding Officer Course & Instructor Development Course and received a qualification letter from the CO. Developed and delivered training curricula for Port Security Units and Maritime Safety & Security Teams. Oversight of a $350,000 budget and maintained approximately $1,000,000 in Coast Guard Assets. Coordinated and instructed PSU Basic Skills Courses. Charleston County Sheriff’s Office - Master Deputy/Retired - (1997- 2011) Conducted routine patrols, criminal and traffic enforcement, SWAT team, Citadel Police Corps instructor, D.A.R.E Instructor and honor guard. Saluda County Sheriff’s Office - Sergeant (1991-1996) Leesville Police Department - Patrolman (1989-1991) Military Awards Coast Guard Achievement Medal Army Achievement Medal Navy Expeditionary Warfare Specialist Insignia Armed Forces Reserve Medal AFR Mobilization Device for AFRM CG Meritorious Team Ribbon CG Commandant Letter of Commendation Ribbon (2) National Defense Service Medal Navy/Marine Overseas Ribbon Department of Transportation 911 Ribbon USCG Active Duty Good Conduct Medal (2) USCG Reserve Good Conduct Medal Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon with Hurricane Device Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Sharpshooter Rifle Ribbon Sharpshooter Pistol Ribbon Instructor of the year for Special Missions Training Center, 2007 Sailor of the month, April 2002 Civilian Awards Award of Merit, 2010 Police Medal of Honor, 2000 Deputy of the month, 1999
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