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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
Certification
Military Experience
Teaching And Curriculum Development Experience
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George Butler

George Butler

Hagerstown,MD

Summary

Accomplished law enforcement professional and educator with over 20 years of experience in national security, emergency management, and criminal justice training. Demonstrated expertise in online curriculum development, instructional design, and distance learning, utilizing platforms like Brightspace. Proven track record of successfully training law enforcement and military professionals using both asynchronous and synchronous learning methodologies. Passionate about integrating practical law enforcement experience with academic instruction to foster critical thinking and leadership development in adult learners. Dedicated to contributing as an Adjunct Faculty member specializing in national security, strategic studies, and criminal justice.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Director

U.S. Customs & Border Protection
03.2020 - Current
  • Online Course Development: Led the creation of asynchronous training modules for law enforcement, border security, and leadership development using Brightspace
  • Instructional Design: Designed and implemented remote leadership and crisis management courses that increased student success rates by 20%
  • Student Engagement: Provided personalized feedback to over 500 participants annually, significantly improving retention and comprehension
  • Technology Integration: Leveraged interactive simulations and AI-driven learning models to enhance student engagement and real-world application

Law Enforcement Instructor & Training Coordinator

Maryland State Police
01.1999 - 07.2019
  • Trained over 1,500 law enforcement officers in criminal justice, incident command, and emergency preparedness, enhancing operational readiness.
  • Developed and implemented 10+ law enforcement policies in collaboration with federal and international agencies, improving coordination and compliance.
  • Conducted over 100 leadership workshops for officers at local, state, and federal levels, resulting in a 30% increase in leadership competency scores

Staff Sergeant (E-6)

United States Marine Corps
02.1987 - 08.2001
  • Led combat operations training and instructed security tactics for Marine Corps personnel
  • Conducted technical training in aircraft electrical systems and provided international briefings in 18 former Eastern Bloc countries

Education

Doctor of Global Security (DGS) -

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
02.2025

Master of Arts (MA) - Criminal Justice

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
02.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
01.2019

Skills

  • Online Teaching & Learning Management Systems (Brightspace, Blackboard, Moodle)
  • National Security
  • Defense Policy
  • Criminal Justice
  • Curriculum Development
  • Instructional Design
  • Student Engagement
  • Academic Advising
  • AI & Technology in Law Enforcement
  • Interagency Coordination
  • Policy Implementation

Accomplishments

  • Developed and delivered online courses in National Security, Strategic Studies, and Criminal Justice using Brightspace, improving student engagement and comprehension.
  • Designed innovative asynchronous learning modules, enhancing remote education experiences for working professionals and adult learners.
  • Presented at the International Criminology Conference, contributing to academic discourse on AI-enhanced policing and its implications for privacy and security.
  • Mentored and advised students in academic research, fostering a deeper understanding of global security and policy issues.
  • Integrated real-world law enforcement experience into curriculum development, ensuring students gain practical, applicable knowledge.
  • Collaborated with interagency stakeholders to align course content with national security and law enforcement best practices.

Certification

  • Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Certified in Instructional Design & Online Teaching
  • Certified in Crisis Leadership & Emergency Management

Military Experience

Staff Sergeant (E-6), United States Marine Corps, Washington, D.C., 02/01/87, 08/31/01, Led combat operations training and instructed security tactics for Marine Corps personnel., Conducted technical training in aircraft electrical systems and provided international briefings in 18 former Eastern Bloc countries.

Teaching And Curriculum Development Experience

  • Assistant Director, CBP Advanced Training Center, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, 03/01/20, Present, Online Course Development: Led the creation of asynchronous training modules for law enforcement, border security, and leadership development using Brightspace., Instructional Design: Designed and implemented remote leadership and crisis management courses that increased student success rates by 20%., Student Engagement: Provided personalized feedback to over 500 participants annually, significantly improving retention and comprehension., Technology Integration: Leveraged interactive simulations and AI-driven learning models to enhance student engagement and real-world application.
  • Law Enforcement Instructor & Training Coordinator, Maryland State Police, 01/01/99, 07/31/19, Delivered specialized training programs in criminal justice, incident command, and emergency preparedness., Developed law enforcement policies and coordinated training efforts with federal and international agencies., Conducted workshops on leadership in high-stress environments for officers at local, state, and federal levels.

Timeline

Assistant Director

U.S. Customs & Border Protection
03.2020 - Current

Law Enforcement Instructor & Training Coordinator

Maryland State Police
01.1999 - 07.2019

Staff Sergeant (E-6)

United States Marine Corps
02.1987 - 08.2001
  • Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Certified in Instructional Design & Online Teaching
  • Certified in Crisis Leadership & Emergency Management

Doctor of Global Security (DGS) -

American Military University

Master of Arts (MA) - Criminal Justice

American Military University

Bachelor of Arts - Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management

American Military University
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