Joe K. — Instructor Profile

About Joe K.

Joe K. is a veteran law enforcement officer with over 20 years of police experience. Upon graduating from the Academy, he was assigned to patrol on the midnight shift. Joe was selected to the Tactical Response Team (TRT) in August 1997. In September 1998, the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) was created, which led to the formation of three full-time Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Teams. During his 15 year assignment to SOCOM, Joe participated in over 1000 tactical operations and held the following positions: Tactical Operator, Squad Leader, Assistant Team Leader, Operations Lieutenant, and SOCOM Commander. Joe also served as an instructor for the SWAT Operator Selection and School, and was a certified Explosive Breacher, Small Watercraft Operator, and Close Quarter Battle instructor. Joe additionally trained with several military special operations groups throughout the United States, and is a veteran of Desert Shield/Desert Storm serving as a U.S. Army M.P. In November 2012, Joe accepted the position as the Narcotics Commander with investigations. During this time, he commanded two undercover narcotic units, a street crimes unit, and a methamphetamine unit. Joe has received the Medal of Valor, Unit Citation, and Service Ribbon.