Michael Young, M.A.

Experience

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  Liberty Mutual Insurance

  Mar 1998 - Jun 1999

  Field Investigator

  Investigated complex bodily injury and property damage insurance claims made against the corporation and/or the insured. Mitigated risk and protected the corporations' liability interests against deceitful and overstated claims through successful fraud investigations. Significantly reduced the corporation's financial expenditures to claimants by successfully negotiating mutually beneficial settlements. Ensured clients complied with the terms and conditions set for in their respective policies, thereby alleviating further potential corporate financial responsibility. Trained and mentored newly hired Field Investigators. Show less

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  Baltimore Police Department

  Jun 1999 - Sept 2003

  Directed day to day investigatory responsibilities for squad as Detective-In-Charge, in addition to mentoring newly promoted Detectives. Investigated allegations of criminal activity and/or a failure to adhere to administrative rules and policies by sworn personnel in the performance of their duties. Fostered liaison relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement and regulatory agencies. Routinely sought out by division management to investigate the most sensitive casework, resulting in weekly presentations to senior department and city executives Show less Supervised daily investigative activities for patrol squad as the Officer-In-Charge. Investigated misdemeanor and felony criminal incidents from theft through homicides. Reduced the level of criminal activity within assigned area of responsibility through targeted arrests, and expert court testimony which resulted in high conviction rate. Developed conflict resolution skills through consistent interaction with community leaders, citizens, and neighboring law enforcement agencies. Conducted security site surveys and provided physical facility protection to various locations of strategic importance during special events (professional sports games) and times of crisis (9/11). Show less

  • Internal Affairs Detective

    Jun 2002 - Sept 2003

  • Patrol Officer

    Jun 1999 - Jun 2002
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  Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

  Sept 2003 - now

  Oversee, support, and provide guidance to multiple Unit Chiefs, in terms of development and management of WMD threat initiatives including, but not limited to, preparation, prevention, mitigation, and outreach. This includes chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive threats worldwide. Interact with executives in other FBI divisions, external agencies, and departments within the US government, as well as international partners, other law enforcement entities, academia, and the private sector. Show less Direct responsibility for professional development of over 1000 senior executives and staffSubject matter expert for administrative officials as well as outside law enforcements agenciesProvide pre-deployment training to personnel traveling overseas Design new curriculum topics to meet evolving requirements and ensure cost effectiveness Conduct research for future equipment procurement Utilize technical writing to address administrative and operational requirements of the unit, the division, and the FBI Create new curriculum topics to meet evolving agency requirements and ensure cost effectiveness Show less Senior member of the FBI Director's Protective DetailHeld leadership positions during day-to-day operations, as well as foreign and domestic travel, to include Shift Leader, Agent-In-Charge, and Lead AdvanceOversaw all protective logistical arrangements for official visits, such as vulnerability assessments of various security systems and related equipment, site-specific advance procedures, procurement of necessary supplies, development and implementation of communications protocolFostered reliable liaison relationships with numerous law enforcement and intelligence agencies to support operations Provided assistance and guidance on a wide range of security issues to corporate and government executives Trained agents, police officers, and support personnel in security techniques and procedures Managed unit fleet vehicle operations, budget, and maintenance by working with various vendors to resolve issues and guarantee operational stability Audited unit inventory to certify regulatory compliance Show less

  • Assistant Section Chief

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Unit Chief - Defensive Systems Unit

    May 2022 - Apr 2024

  • Supervisory Special Agent

    Aug 2019 - May 2022

  • Supervisory Special Agent

    Jan 2018 - Jul 2019

  • Criminal Investigative Division Special Agent

    Jun 2015 - Jan 2018

  • Supervisory Special Agent

    Aug 2012 - Jun 2015

  • Special Agent

    Aug 2008 - Aug 2012

  • Special Agent

    Jan 2005 - Oct 2008

  • Surveillance Specialist

    Sept 2003 - Jan 2005