Mark Caldwell
Aptos
Summary
Special Operations Commander with over 20+ years of industry experience excels in leadership, emergency preparedness, and project management. Demonstrated expertise in threat assessment and operational plan development, leading to a 98% mission success rate in SWAT operations and enhancing safety at high-profile events. Adept at introducing new technologies for threat assessment, significantly reducing response times, and setting new industry standards. Committed to leveraging my expertise to enhance organizational security and safeguard personnel and assets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commander Monterey County Jail, Director of Facili
Monterey County Sheriff's Office
01.2022 - Current
- Spearheading operations at Monterey County Jail as Commander
- Led operational enhancements at Monterey County Jail, boosting efficiency and safety.
- Implementing innovative strategies for efficient resource utilization
- Resolving operational challenges through analytical problem-solving
- Boosting the jail's performance by driving results-oriented initiatives
- Directed and coordinated maintenance staff to maintain a 1,100-person correctional facility utilizing a multi-million dollar budget.
- Developed a long-term strategic plan for facility upgrades, enhancing security and inmate welfare.
Special Operations Commander
Monterey County Sheriff's Office
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Led a 25-person SWAT team that served over 700 warrants during my tenure leading to a 98% mission success rate.
- Formulated policy & procedures within state laws and industry standards for a 6-person FBI Certified Hazardous Devices Technician Team.
- Developed and was lead commander for a 7-person K9 Team which was utilized throughout Monterey County.
- Orchestrated the implementation of a 25-person Type I Search and Rescue Team which successfully initiated over 200 successful missions saving over 200 individuals.
- Orchestrated evacuations & security during the Carmel Fire, ensuring the safety of countless individuals.
- Pioneered threat mitigation strategies at PGA events, enhancing attendee & player safety.
- Partnered with SWAT & Secret Service for the VP's visit, delivering 3 days of flawless tactical support.
- Revamped security protocols for high-profile golf tournaments, setting new industry standards.
- Introduced new tech for threat assessment, reducing response times.
Sergeant Special Operations Division
Monterey County Sheriff's Office
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Led over 30 Deputies which encompassed creating operational plans, conducting threat assessments, coordinating with federal agencies, and ensuring business continuity for all special events in Monterey County. This included events such as the following:
- PGA AT&T Pro Am Golf Tournament
- The Concourse De’ Elegance
- Lightening in a Bottle Music Festival
- Grand Prix Auto Racing
- 1St Tee Golf Tournament
- Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival
Skills
- Project Management
- Staff Development
- Leadership
- Emergency Preparedness
- Threat Assessment
- Budget Control
Certification
- Federal Bureau of Investigations, Hazardous Devices School
- CA P.O.S.T Supervisory Course
- CA P.O.S.T. Management & Leadership Certificate
- Narcotics Unit Supervisory Management Certification
Timeline
Commander Monterey County Jail, Director of Facili
Monterey County Sheriff's Office
01.2022 - Current
Special Operations Commander
Monterey County Sheriff's Office
01.2017 - 01.2022
Sergeant Special Operations Division
Monterey County Sheriff's Office
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Federal Bureau of Investigations, Hazardous Devices School
- CA P.O.S.T Supervisory Course
- CA P.O.S.T. Management & Leadership Certificate
- Narcotics Unit Supervisory Management Certification