Truck Driver Training

Ludric L. Smith Level * commission #*** expires August 31, 2024

*********@*****.*** H: 340-***-**** C: 646-***-**** St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

Dedicated law enforcement professional with experience managing and mentoring law enforcement teams who comfortably interacts with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Provides medical care to level of training as needed to individuals in need. Impressive track record for gathering intelligence, resolving conflicts, mobilizing resources and coordinating with other agencies to exceed organizational goals and solve crimes. Adopt at operating multiple types of equipment, power tools and vehicles including semi-tractor trailers, tankers, boats, and patrol vehicles. Experienced in responding to oil spills. Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to oversee, inspire, and organize staff members in order to obtain maximum efficiency. Areas of Expertise include:

Criminal Investigation Procedures

Oil Spill Response

Risk Management

Federal Laws & Regulations

Class A CDL Licence,

Licenced Ocean Operator

Hazmat/ Tanker endorsement

Arrest Procedures

Law Enforcement Trainer

Tanker & Tractor Operations

Staff Training & Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Professional Experience

VIRGIN ISLAND NATIONAL PARK St. John, Virgin Island Dec 2007 – Present

U.S. Park Ranger Federal Position Dec 2005 – Present

Preserve the diverse natural and cultural resources located within the park by enforcing laws and regulations delineated in 36 Code of Federal Regulation. Provides level of care (CPR, FIRST AID) as needed to visitors. Communicating with chief ranger on all concerns and issues to mitigate any risk and safety issues, which may restrict the safe management of the park, and impede visitors’ experience. Patrolling the area both on land and by boats utilizing different size vessels with GPS and radar units. Ensure compliance with U.S. Coast Guard 33 CFR and NPS 36 CFR by boarding and inspecting vessels for proper safety equipment, using an appropriate level of enforcement by issuing citations or warnings for any violations as well as making arrests when warrant for boating under the influence (BUI). Foster and collaborate relationships with multiple law enforcement agencies, both state and federal, to locate possible drug and migrant smuggling activities.

Key Accomplishments:

Function as coordinator for the vessel and vehicle program ensuring that all machinery is serviced regularly and remains in proper working order. Out fits vehicles and vessels as needed.

Increased Commercial use authorization permittees by 70 %

Increased recreational fee payments by 60% (fee compliance)

Coordinate all CCTV cameras for the Park, ensuring proper placement for dead spots. Reviewing videos for evidence purposes.

Inspire and mentor other Rangers in Use of Force, Control Tactics, and ECW (Taser) Use.

PEB administrator

Served as acting chief ranger multiple times.

Acting Chief Ranger 120 day detail Temporary Promotion April 28, 2019 – August 31, 2019

Oversaw daily operations of 13 staff members including Life Guards, Visitor Use Assistants, Law Enforcement Protection Rangers, Fee Supervisor, Dispatcher, and Administrative Support Assistant. Participated in weekly management meetings, providing guidance and updates, making recommendations to better address park needs, working closely with each division chief. Conducted weekly meetings to provide staff with updates. Patrol with field rangers, monitoring patrols, reviewing citations and signing off on reports. Monitored fee collections, and recommended changes, escorted and made large sums deposits to bank. Wrote bi-weekly schedules, approving leave etc. Provided resolution to any arising personnel disputes. Mentored staff members in Annual Law Enforcement Refresher Training (ALERT) for Caribbean parks, VIIS, CHRI and SJU. Ensured superintendent remained updated on division issues and strategic goals. Attended and participated in monthly community meetings advising of park functions and goal, keeping community involved.

Key Accomplishments:

Authored the Park Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP),

Reviewed, and updated SOP’s and MOU’s for L.E. division

Independently reviewed complaints, and hell counselling session with employees’ when necessary

Attended quarterly FED head meetings with all state and federal partners

Updated and made changes providing guidance on superintendent compendium, inserting needed amendments

Collaborated with the South East Regional Structural Fire Coordinator on designing and implementing the structural fire plan;

Fostered relationships and partnered with state, and other Federal agencies to accomplish cooperative missions, in serving warrant and summons.

Conducted interviews, reference check and made selections for both VUA, and permanent L.E. rangers, reviewing and submitting documents to USA staffing.

Independently reviewed, approved and certified quick-time for staff

Served as I/C for hurricane season, reviewed and signed off hurricane plan. Instructed and conducted hurricane action drills pre-storms

CHEVRON CARIBBEAN, INC. St. Thomas, Virgin Islands Mar 1996 – May 2007

Truck Driver

Performed daily deliveries of gas and diesel to service stations and mariners in the greater St. Thomas area. Driving numerous tanker trucks and tractors. Dipped tanks to obtain precise measurements in order to ensure no overflows, at delivery locations. Conducted pre-trip inspections on all vehicles, and utilized the SMITH system while operating said vehicles.

Key Accomplishments:

Inspired and mentored newly hired drivers in all aspects of driving procedures.

Promoted to lead driver

Trained new drivers on delivery routes, loading and off-loading products, double clutch techniques’

Gained and maintained knowledge regarding proper reactions to oil spills, learning how to properly operate vessels in boom deployment, and functioning as a member for the Hazmat, Oil Spill Quick Response Team.

Ensured correct safety procedures were consistently adhered to, taking part in Hazardous Waste, Hazmat, and OSHA Safety Trainings.

CRUISESHIPS EXCURSIONS St. Thomas, Virgin Islands Oct 1998 – Oct 2005

Supervisor Captain

Functioned as Captain for two 95ft vessels both capable of transporting approximately 300 passengers, overseeing eight crew members and four Captains, creating monthly schedules, interviewed and hired new personnel. Screened passengers in compliance with Homeland Security marsec level. Reported vessel issues to management team, as needed. Completed oil and filter change on a quarterly basis, repairing any small electrical or mechanical failures, ensuring vessel was on time for daily departures.

Key Accomplishments:

Performed regular drills including man-overboard (SAR) in order to comply with U.S. Coast Guard and Homeland Security regulations.

Letter of commendation from USCG for having a successful MOB recovery during night hours of operation

Functioned as liaison with the U.S. Coast Guard to prepare for the yearly Safety and Hull Inspections for company vessels. Having a successful passing record.

Served as representative for company during any port or special interest meetings

Authored daily logs with the number of passengers travelling on the vessel as well as radio communication logs and documentation regarding the overall condition of the vessels.

Responsible for successfully recruiting and hiring relief captains and crew members as needed.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

BLUERIDGE PARKWAY Virginia & North Carolina

U.S. Park Ranger (Field Training Park)

BISCAYNE NATIONAL PARK Homestead, Florida 95% marine patrols

U.S. Park Ranger

VIRGIN ISLAND NATIONAL PARK St. John, Virgin Islands Term position

U.S. Park Ranger (Term Position)

NATIVE SON INC.

Vessel Captain (week-end supervisory captain)

VARLACK VENTURES, INC. St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

Vessel Captain (supervisor captain)

Education & Training

Associates Degree in Criminal Justice

ASHWORTH UNIVERSITY Norcross, GA

PEBA instructor

Taser Instructor Course,

Federal Law Enforcement Protection Ranger Commission, #911, expires 5/22/2019

United States Coast Guard 100 Ton licence and FCC Radio Licence

Basic Combat Training Army National Guard

Phase I and II NPS Supervisory Training

Use of Force Certified Instructor, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

Law Enforcement Control Tactics Certified Instructor, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

Land Management Police Training, Federal Law Enforcement Training Facility, Graduated Aug. 2009

NPS Field Training Program Blue Ridge Parkway,

Certificate in Conservation, Ashworth University,

National Park Service Law Enforcement Training (Level 2) Commission, South-western Community College,

Alliance Tractor Trailer Training Facility CDL licence, Class- A, Hazmat/Tanker endorsement

Trained for the Virgin Islands Police Department

References provided upon request

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