Gregory G.

Leithauser
349 Whisper Ridge Drive * Saint Augustine, Florida 32092
(904) 824-1141 *
Law Enforcement / Security Management: Public / Private Sectors
CAREER PROFILE
Tenacious and adaptable professional with 20+ years of experience contributing t
o the effective operation and success of diverse organizations through outstandi
ng law enforcement, security, and management expertise. Seasoned and confident l
aw enforcement and security specialist with proven ability to operate effectivel
y in municipal and county government environments and also international arena.
Persuasive and patient manager and communicator with talent for providing expert
advice on creation of law enforcement programs and developing trustful, product
ive relationships with police / security officers and trainees.
* Law Enforcement / Security Expertise * Domestic / International Expertise
* Program Design / Planning / Management * Situation Assessment / Monitoring
* Recruit Selection / Screening / Training * Tenacious / Adaptable
* Persuasive / Patience * Law Enforcement Policy / Administration
PROFESSINAL EXPERIENCE
INTERNATIONAL POLICE OFFICER / MENTOR, DynCorp International, Falls Church, Virg
inia * 2008-Present
Establish police stations and monitoring law enforcement / security activities i
n Afghanistan on behalf of international contractor. Create effective selection,
screening, and training processes for police officers and demonstrate successfu
l police practices and techniques utilized by democratic societies. Advise local
police on criminal investigation methods and monitoring progress.
Major Accomplishments
* Maximized success of United States mission in Afghanistan by being embedded w
ith United States Marine Corp. and assessing, training, and mentoring Afghan pol
ice in Helmand Province.
* Received extensive training in district assessment reform, combat lifesaver c
ourse, orientation to Afghan Police program, high-risk motorcade course, and cru
cible training for Afghan Police mission.
* Assessed local police situation related to training, equipment, facilities, p
ay, policies, and safety and mentor Afghan police based on assessment.
* Trained Afghan police regarding weapons; manipulations; searches of persons a
nd vehicles; firearms knowledge, safety, and familiarization; radio equipment an
d procedures; checkpoints; and patrols.
* Advised Afghan police instructors on their instruction of law enforcement pro
cedures to recruits at the Regional Training Center.
SHERIFF DEPUTY (BAILIFF), Saint John's County Sheriff's Department, St. Augustin
e, Florida * 2006-2008 and 2003-2004
Performed courtroom security, transfer of prisoners, conducted arrests, complete
d paperwork related to courtroom proceedings, maintained courtroom order, and pr
ovided personal protection of Judge. Operated as certified police officer.
INTERNATIONAL POLICE OFFICER, Civilian Police International, Landsdowne, Virgini
a * 2005-2006
Served as team leader for community policing in Peje, Kosovo. Ensured safety of
displaced persons returning to villages in Kosovo.
INTERNATIONAL FORCE PROTECTION SPECIALIST, SOC-SMG, Midlan, Nevada * 2004-2005
Provided site and convoy protection, serving as lead convoy driver and rear gunn
er. Used 9MM, M-4, SAW, and PKM.
INTERNATIONAL POLICE OFFICER, DynCorp, Bosnia and Hercegovina * 1999-2002
Served under United Nations Mission in Drvar and Bihac, Bosnia. Provided advisem
ent to Drvar Chief of Police in establishing and managing police department and
duties / responsibilities of chief law enforcement officer. Provided support and
assistance to youth including classroom teaching. Served as Community Policing
Officer, Chief of Community Policing, and Deputy Chief of Regional Training Unit
in Bihac.
Major Accomplishments
* Enhanced the lives of youth in Bosnia by establishing Youth Conference where
600 people from all three major ethnicities and all regions in country met for f
our days to address issues of ethnic understanding and mutual acceptance. Also t
aught educational classes - Kindergarten through College - on issues such as alc
ohol prevention, dangers of drinking and driving, self-esteem, drug avoidance, a
nd violence prevention. Established youth councils for schools and municipality
and domestic violence coalition.
* Maximized capabilities of local police force by monitoring training to determ
ine skill level and ability to serve as police officers, dismissing those who di
d not quality. Ensured that candidates received effective training and education
to fulfill duties. Maintained training and progress database and submitted week
ly reports to Headquarters in Sarajevo.
SHERIFF, San Juan County, Silverton, Colorado * 1985-2000
Elected to position by citizens of San Juan County. Enforced State, County, and
Municipality laws including arresting violators, overseeing and conducting inves
tigations, enforcing traffic laws, and coordinating all search and rescues. Mana
ged control and transport of prisoners to jail, court, and prison; maintained co
urt security; and shepherded cases through criminal process. Trained all officer
s and secured appropriate and adequate equipment for department. Communicated an
d collaborated with state legislature to develop and enforce appropriate laws, p
olicies, and procedures. Developed, maintained, and was accountable for annual l
aw enforcement budget for County. Established large and successful community pol
icing program.
EDUCATION
Florida Certified Police Officer, Daytona Community College, Daytona Beach, Flor
ida
Colorado Sheriff's Academy, Denver, Colorado
Certification, Colorado Law Enforcement Academy, Durango, Colorado
General Studies
Western State College, Gunnison, Colorado and Fort Lewis College, Durango, Color
ado