Formal Education
Ph.D. candidate in Homeland Security Studies (36 credit hours) (ABD), Northcentral University, 2011Present, Prescott, Arizona
Masters of Arts in Teaching, 2008, Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, Florida
Bachelors of Science, Professional Aeronautics, 1994, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University,
Beach, Florida
Daytona
Professional Positions
City University of New York, Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, NY
Full Time Instructor
Spring 2014-PRESENT
Introduction to Criminal Justice (POL63) (Hybrid)
Fall 2010-PRESENT
An overview of the history, trends of crime, and justice within the United States. An examination of the
different types of crime and the consequences will be discussed. Students will be introduced to the
administration of law enforcement agencies at a local and federal level; court and correctional agencies;
and the decision-making points from the initial investigation or arrest by police to the eventual release of
the offender and his/her reentry into society. The role of the police, the prosecuting attorney, the defense
attorney, judge, probation, corrections and parole will be examined individually and collectively.
Minorities and the Criminal Justice System (POL72) (Online)
Fall 2013-PRESENT
Understanding the pervasive influences of culture, race, and ethnicity in the workplace and in multicultural
communities. Focus on the cross-cultural contact that police officers and civilian employees have with
citizens, victims, suspects, and co-workers from diverse backgrounds. Special topics will include
discussions of hate crimes, urban dynamics, community-based policing, and racial profiling. We will stress
the need for awareness, understanding of cultural differences, and respect toward those of different
backgrounds.
Farleigh Dickinson University, Hackensack, NJ
Adjunct Instructor
White Collar Crime (MADS 6778.82)
Spring 2013
Masters level course exploring and analyzing white collar crimes identified as embezzlement, or theft after
trust offenses. Technology has made this crime more difficult to investigate and prosecute. In addition,
there are issues with sentencing and what appears to be leniency in these cases. This course explores
the total issue of what these crimes are, how to investigate and prosecute them, and the courts impact on
the issue.
Cyber Exploitation CRIM 4432.21D (Online)
Spring 2014
This course will explore the implications and vulnerabilities of hardware and software appliances and
applications to include, but not limited to the internet, service providers, search engines, web sites,
smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other emerging technologies.
Felician College, Lodi, NJ
Adjunct Instructor
Criminal Investigations (CRIM210)
Fall 2012
This course was designed to provide students with an overview of the fundamentals of criminal
investigation and to introduce a variety of investigative techniques and procedures. Students also learned
about the nature of evidence; the collection of evidence; the handling and preservation of evidence and
trace materials, and; the basic steps involved in a criminal investigation: information, interrogation, and
instrumentation.
Medaille College, Buffalo, NY
Adjunct Instruct, Online
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International Political Systems and Homeland Security (POL422E) (Online)
Summer 2013
An overview of international political systems and focuses on the manner in which those political systems
affect the Homeland Security of the United States. Activities examine the ways in which the United States
interacts with the world community economically, politically, and socially.
Montclair University, Montclair, NJ
Adjunct Instructor
Spring 2014
Homeland Security (JUST329)
The course enhances the students understanding of the complex set of actors, institutions, processes
and issues that constitutes the realm of homeland security. The course relies upon theories, concepts
and case studies to explore the challenges facing organizations which are a part of protecting our
homeland security
Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Homeland Security Investigations,
Assistant Special Agent in Charge- Newark, NJ
2009-2014
Manage a financial investigations division investigating money laundering, internet gambling, financial
cybercrimes, identity theft, and other illegal financial schemes.
Supervisory Special Agent - Sterling, VA
2007-2009
Supervised an investigative group identifying Human Traffickers and Human Smugglers throughout the
United States and the world.
DHS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Office of International Affairs,
Central American Attaché’- Panama City, Panama
2004-2007
Coordinated with host government law enforcement and our U.S. Embassies concerning all DHS
investigative matters and national security interest
Program Manager/Desk Officer - Washington, DC
Administrative oversight of all operations in Central and South America
2003 - 2004
Department of the Treasury U.S. Customs Service
Supervisory Special Agent - El Centro, CA
Supervise an investigative group conducting narcotics smuggling investigation.
Operational planning of surge operations
2000 - 2003
Senior Special Agent- Internal Affairs - El Centro, CA.
1997 - 2000
Conducted investigation of alleged employee criminal and administrative misconduct
Special Agent- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
1991 – 1997
Conducted undercover investigations in the area of Customs fraud, narcotics smuggling, and money
laundering
Guest Lectures and Presentations
2013 “A Story of Overcoming Adversity to Become Successful”, Hostos Community College, Criminal
Justice Club, Bronx, NY.
2012 “A Story of Overcoming Adversity to Become Successful”, Worcester State College, Upward Bound
Program, Worcester, MA.
2011, “Overview of HSI Victim Witness Advocacy Program”, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New
York, NY.
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2009 “Overview of the ICE Mission”, Union County College, Cranford, NJ.
2006 “Human Trafficking and Sex Tourism”, World Human Trafficking Convention, Tegucigalpa,
Honduras
2005 “Rule of Law and the Administration of Justice”, Customs, Immigration, and National Police Officers
Conference, Colon, Panama
2005 “Money Laundering and the Panamanian Free Zone” Criminal Investigators and Prosecutors
Conference, New York, NY
2004 “Investigating and Prosecuting Intellectual Property Rights Violations and Cyber Crime” Prosecuting
Attorneys Conference, Panama City, Panama
Guest Instructor
2008-Present “Managing an Undercover Operation”, ICE Undercover Operative Academy, Federal Law
Enforcement Training Center, Glynco, Georgia
2000-2003 “Basic Interview Techniques”, El Centro High School Law Enforcement Academy,
El Centro, CA
1997-2000 “Integrity Awareness for U.S. Customs Employees” Criminal Investigators, Inspectors, Support
Personnel, Calexico, CA
Professional Training
Association of Anti-Money Laundering Know Your Customer (KYC) Seminar
Emerging Executives Seminar
Continuity of Operations Planning (CCOP) Course
Anti-Money Laundering and Cyber Crimes
Emergency Preparedness Training Course
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Undercover Operatives Liaison
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Small Group Leadership Course
U.S. Customs Leadership Development Course
State Department Working in an Embassy Overseas Course
State Department Security Overseas Seminar
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Transition Course
U.S. Customs Service Supervisory Seminar
U.S. Customs Service Internal Affairs Transition Course
U.S. Customs Service Fraud Investigators Course
U.S. Customs Service Drug Investigation Course
U.S. Customs Service Financial Investigations Course
U.S. Customs Service Undercover Operatives Course
U.S. Customs Special Agent Course
Professional Organizations and Affiliations
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New York State Teachers Union (NYSTU)
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Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA)
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American Society of Criminology (ASC)
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Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
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