Gerard S. Driscoll *.**********@*****.***
631-***-**** (H) 167 Noel Drive
631-***-**** (C) Centereach, NY 11720
Citizenship: US Previous (Inactive) TOP SECRET clearance Veterans’ Preference 10 Points
Objective: Secure a fulltime position with a reputable organization where my varied knowledge, skills, and abilities will be utilized to their full potential.
Experience 04/2012-present
Command Duty Officer (GS0301-09) (Permanent Part Time, 24hrs a month)
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Kings Point, NY 11024
Duties: Serves as the Superintendent's direct personal representative when he is out of the office. In the Superintendent's absence, has full authority to make decisions to safeguard the academy, its Midshipmen and staff. Observes all Midshipmen restriction musters, makes frequent tours of the campus and all dormitories for accountability checks. Ensures Midshipmen are performing his/her duties in accordance with Commandant's instructions. Maintains a CDO logbook and reports activities throughout the watch to include any significant incidents or emergencies.
Fire Marshal/Building Inspector 05/2008-08/2011
Inc Village of Ocean Beach Kara McKenna
PO Box 457 P:631-***-****
Ocean Beach, NY 11770 40 Hrs/Wk, 68000, Yr.
Duties: Perform inspections of all residential structures under construction or renovation permits for compliance with NY State Fire Prevention and Building codes. Instruct contractors and home owners in proper routines and techniques of residential constructions. Provide guidance on technical problems and recommend solutions. Monitor contractors and employees to ensure proper safety equipment is being used. Counsel contractors and homeowners to resolve complaints/grievances and suggest solutions as needed. Develop and plan routine fire inspections of Commercial Properties for compliance with NY State Fire Prevention and Building Codes. Highly developed communication skills, both written and oral. Highly developed interpersonal skills for dealing with sensitive and controversial issues. Strong analytical and financial analysis skills. Ability to teach, coach, and train associates to drive change and execute process improvements across region. Provided guidance and support on crisis management and day to day operations on infrastructure and security issues. (Basic P.C. skills) Desktop Office Suite proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. I redesigned the Building Office and increased efficiency of permits, applications and inspections. I achieved the Code Enforcement designation for the Inc Village with the NY State Codes Division and maintained annual minimum requirements for certification. Assisted and Implemented Business Continuity efforts during natural disaster events. I significantly reduced the loss of life and property to fire or natural events with increased inspections and Life Safety improvements to Village owned and privately owned commercial establishments in the Village.
Special Agent/Special Agent Team Chief 01/1998-11/1999
US Army Criminal Investigation Division
(Worldwide locations US and Germany)
Duties: Investigated felony complaints in which the US Army has interest; processes crime scenes; gathered evidence; obtained sworn statements; prepared official Reports of Investigation; conducted Crime Prevention Surveys; coordinated and provided documentation to Staff Judge Advocate and civilian Law Enforcement agencies; Briefed Company; Battalion Commanders, Interviewed victims, complainants and subjects, apprehended offenders; testified at courts Martial and Boards; performed Executive Protective Missions for the Defense Department, US Army Senior Officers, and foreign officials; conducted liaison with local, federal; and state Law Enforcement Agencies. Highly developed communication skills, both written and oral. Highly developed interpersonal skills for dealing with sensitive and controversial issues. Strong analytical and financial analysis skills. Ability to teach, coach, and train associates to drive change and execute improvements throughout the unit. Responsible for the operations, training, administration and logistics for the General Crimes and Economic Crimes Teams in Germany. Provided technical guidance on Felony Investigations. Supervised the Sexual Assault Investigation Team in Kaiserslautern Germany Military Community. Reviewed reports of Investigations, and supervised the activity and training of six Special agents, three Military Police Investigators, one administrative assistant, and one special assignment soldier. Maintained accountability of $24,000.00 in property. Performed duties as Special Agent in Charge as needed. Certified Hostage Negotiator and Personal Protection Agent.
Investigator 11/1999 – 04/2002
MTA Inspector General Mr. Matt Sansveri
111 W. 40th Street 212-***-****
New York, NY $45,000.00 Annually
Duties: Investigated cases of fraudulent practices being perpetrated against NY State Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Assisted Senior Investigators in the investigation of vendor frauds, forgeries of State checks, vouchers and other documents; Assisted in investigating claims against the MTA, including liability for accidents and personal injury; Researched agency records to develop supportive documents and information pertaining to investigations; Followed up and checked on anonymous allegations, phone calls, letters, leads and tips of questionable circumstances that were discovered by employees and the public; Compiled reports and evidence in a form acceptable for prosecution;
Education
03/2011 Master of Science in Public Safety, GPA 3.85
Capella University, Minneapolis MN
10/2007 Bachelor of Science in Public Safety, Criminal Justice, GPA 3.85
Kaplan University, Davenport, IA
Job Related Training
1) National Fire Academy, Discovering the Road to High Risk Audiences; 2) Demonstrating Your Fire Prevention Plans Worth. Emmetsburg, MD. 3) US Army Hostage Negotiator Course, Ft McClellan, AL; 4) US Army Protective Services Course, Ft McClellan, AL; 5) US Army Child Abuse Prevention Investigations, Ft McClellan, AL; 6) John Reid School of Interview and Interrogations; 7) NY State Fire Fighter One Certification 8) Numerous Emergency Management ISO and NIMS courses.
Honors/Awards
Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (2 Awards), Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon,
Licenses
NY State Drivers License Class CM #419 572 505
NY State Armed Security Guard License #100********
Suffolk County Pistol License #C-069512
Federal Firearms Qualification Certification HR218