Experience

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  Eagle county sheriff's office

  Oct 1984 - Aug 1987

  Deputy sheriff

  Provided security to the county jail and courthouse. Transported prisoners across the state.

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  U.s. secret service

  Aug 1987 - Oct 1989

  U.s. secret service officer

  Assigned to the White House Security Detail in 1987 to protect President Ronald Regan. Promoted to the Emergency Response Team and continued with the security and safety of President George Bush. Recognized as the 1987 Outstanding Marksman for the U.S. Secret Service. Selected for specialized duties; included were Vice Presidential / First Lady Security Details, Bomb Team Technician, and Emergency Response Team (E.R.T.)

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  United states marshals service

  Oct 1989 - May 1992

  U.s. marshal

  Assigned to the District of Colorado as a U.S. Marshal. Investigated and apprehended wanted fugitives. Provided high threat security for high profile trials across the country. Transported federal prisoners both nationally and internationally. Selected for specialized duties included coordinator of the Witness Protection Program and personal bodyguard/driver for Drug Czar William Bennett. Awarded the World Police and Fire Games Olympic gold medal for powerlifting in Memphis, TN 1990.

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  Concept inc.

  May 1992 - Mar 1993

  Deputy director

  Established and implemented the first intermediate sanctions facility in the state of Texas. Coordinated with state and local governments to secure state licensing and contractual agreements for a 200 bed prison. Hired and supervised 65 employees to include correctional officers, medical personnel, and certified teaching instructors. Organized and maintained a 3.5 million dollar budget for the operation and maintenance of the facility.

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  Clearfield county government

  Apr 1993 - Nov 1999

  Investigator

  Chairman of the Security Board for the Clearfield County Courthouse. Designed and implemented security for the new courthouse annex. Obtained federal grant monies for the first Digital Imagining Program to assist in the enforcement of Domestic Relations Bench Warrants across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Investigated and apprehended wanted individuals and provided security in the courtroom during trials.

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  Clearfield area school district

  Nov 1999 - Oct 2013

  Director of technology

  Responsibilities included management of a large multiple site network utilizing multi-level security and ISACA Business Standards, supervising staff and human resources, vendor relations, budget planning, strategic planning, and both building and information security. I was the Pennsylvania State Applications Security Officer, Child Accounting Supervisor, and E-Rate coordinator. I developed technology plans in conjunction with national standards and local budget considerations and served on multiple boards and committees with reference to educational, technical, and security agendas. I designed the technology needs in a complete district renovation project from architectural design to completion and have communicated the goals and mission of the district to the community. Show less

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  Lolo school district

  Oct 2013 - now

  Director of technology & facilities

  Duties include overseeing, directing and meeting the district’s technology needs including a dual emphasis on maintaining a stable technology infrastructure and integrating appropriate technology into classroom instruction within the school’s resource limitations. Provide leadership, direction, policy development, budget management, technical assistance and related skills necessary to establish, update and administer the district technology plan. Provide immediate solutions for tech problems as well as long-range decisions regarding implementation of new and emerging technologies in the district.In addition, I plan, organize and direct the maintenance, repair and alteration of district buildings and grounds and serve as the district representative in planning and developing facilities and new construction. I ensure that jobs are completed efficiently and within regulatory guidelines and projected deadlines, prepare and manage the annual budgets for the maintenance, grounds and custodial departments, and ensure optimal utilization of personnel and other resources. Show less

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  Meta - montana educational technologists association

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Committee member

  Montana Educational Technologists Association and Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium committee member charged with assisting districts across the state with on-line student testing. The nine member committee is developing a website, www.metasbac.org , to provide information and resources for districts in need of assistance. Surveying of every district in the state to determine readiness levels and providing support to those who request it. Working with members and vendors to develop a statewide plan for future student testing. Show less

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  Meta - montana educational technologists association

  Jul 2016 - Jun 2022

  The Montana Education Technologists Association is an individual membership organization open to K-12 education institutions (public and private) recognized by the Montana State Board of Public Education. Members of other education agencies and other interested parties in the state of Montana may join as affiliate members. The primary audience is district employees and consultants responsible for technology operations within Montana K-12 education institutions.“Educational technologists united for the purpose of advocating for and supporting the visions, policies, practices, and funding for technology within all aspects of teaching, learning, and professional productivity.” Show less The Montana Education Technologists Association is an individual membership organization open to K-12 education institutions (public and private) recognized by the Montana State Board of Public Education. Members of other education agencies and other interested parties in the state of Montana may join as affiliate members. The primary audience is district employees and consultants responsible for technology operations within Montana K-12 education institutions.“Educational technologists united for the purpose of advocating for and supporting the visions, policies, practices, and funding for technology within all aspects of teaching, learning, and professional productivity.” Show less The Montana Education Technologists Association is an individual membership organization open to K-12 education institutions (public and private) recognized by the Montana State Board of Public Education. Members of other education agencies and other interested parties in the state of Montana may join as affiliate members. The primary audience is district employees and consultants responsible for technology operations within Montana K-12 education institutions.“Educational technologists united for the purpose of advocating for and supporting the visions, policies, practices, and funding for technology within all aspects of teaching, learning, and professional productivity.” Show less

  • Past President

    Jul 2020 - Jun 2022

  • President

    Jul 2018 - Jun 2020

  • President Elect

    Jul 2016 - Jun 2018