Rick Robertson

Experience

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  Aurora Police Department

  Sept 1993 - Jul 2022

  Commander

  From 1993 to 2002, worked as a Patrolman, Community Policing Officer, Gang Investigator, Gang Crimes Detective, and Training Officer.From 2002-2010, was a Sergeant. During this time, supervised both Patrol and the Special Operations Group Narcotics Unit.June of 2010, I was promoted to Lieutenant. I oversaw the Intelligence Division, Patrol Operations in Areas 1 & 3 and the Special Operations Group.April of 2020, I was promoted to Commander. I oversaw the Bureau of Neighborhood Policing, which including Uniform Patrol, Community Policy, Traffic, and Canine. Also was responsible for oversight of the Special Response Team. Serving on the Special Response Team since 1995 and the Marksman Observer Unit from 1999-2010. Served as an operator, sniper, team leader, master/explosive breacher and team commander.Responsible for the re-implementation of the Aurora Police Department's K9 Unit in 2014, including policy, purchasing, and training. Served as the K9 Unit Coordinator for our four K9 team unit. Show less

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  Blackwater/US Training Center

  Jan 2007 - Oct 2010

  Firearms/Tactics Instructor

  Worked as an adjunct Instructor for Blackwater Worldwide. Delivered instruction on pistol, carbine, hostage rescue and sniper operations.

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  Rick Robertson Training and Consulting

  Jan 2010 - now

  Training and Consulting

  I have been honored to work with many municipal and private entities.Custom built training classes upon request. Custom classes have included Low Light Operations for Patrol and Tactical Teams, Tactical Response to Terror Attacks, Terrorist Interdiction on Mass Transit with Detector Dogs, and Integration of K9 during Tactical Operations for both Patrol and SWAT.Additionally, I conduct threat analysis and security surveys for several clients.

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  Northeast Multi-Regional Training

  Mar 2010 - Apr 2017

  Adjunct Instructor

  Developed and instruct Low Light Training classes, 1 day end user class and 3 day instructor certification.Co-instruct 3 day Team Tactics with K9 for Patrol.

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  College of DuPage, Suburban Law Enforcement Academy / Homeland Security Training Institute

  Mar 2011 - now

  Firearms/Tactics Instructor

  Suburban Law Enforcement Academy, Firearms InstructorTraining available through Homeland Security Training Institute at College of DuPage:40 hour Basic SWAT2-Day Patrol Response to Terror Incidents40 hour Basic SWATUse of ForceSurveillanceVehicle Assaults

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  Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

  Mar 2011 - Jul 2013

  Guest Lecturer

  Training on Narcotics Enforcement and Patrol Tactics

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  SV3 SOLUTIONS, LTD.

  Jan 2020 - now

  Instructor

  Instructor for New Mexico Tech's Tactical Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents training for law enforcement.

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  Synagogue Security Council of North America

  May 2022 - now

  Vice President and Director

  If every Jewish life matters, then any gathering of Jews in their synagogues and community institutions deserves to be protected.The SSCNA is singularly focused on creating effective volunteer first responders within our own communities. Acknowledging the reality that police cannot be everywhere at all times, the only way to ensure our communities are protected against violent hate crimes, active threats and terrorist attacks is to take responsibility for and effectively manage our own security.As the first Jewish communal security organization in North America to develop a training standard to become an effective volunteer first responder, the SSCNA Synagogue Safety Officer program has become the most effective volunteer first responder certification in the Jewish Community of North America. Show less

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  Combined Systems, Inc.

  Jan 2024 - now

  Instructor

  Proud to serve as a CTS Instructor, specializing in impact munitions, chemical agents, and diversionary devices. Committed to delivering safe, effective, and reality-based training that prepares law enforcement and tactical teams for real-world challenges.

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  Calibre Press Training Network

  Mar 2025 - now

  Instructor

  Honored to partner with Calibre Press, a leader in law enforcement training. Grateful for the opportunity to give back to the law enforcement community through innovative, high-impact training that supports and empowers those who serve.