Daniel McHenry has over 10 years of experience in the US Army, where he held roles as a Senior Scout and Cavalry Scout. He directed security and safety for teams on missions at home and abroad, and led field and training operations. McHenry is proficient with security equipment, communication devices, and tactical gear. He has received multiple awards for his accomplishments and leadership. McHenry now seeks to apply his skills and experience to a career in public safety and security.
1. DANIEL J. MCHENRY
226 Deer Creek Dr • Boerne, Texas 78006
512.497.5854 • daniel.j.mchenry@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Self-motivated and dedicated professional with over ten years of outstanding leadership and
training, prepared to incorporate acquired experience in the public safety and security
sectors. Related skills, practicum, and experience include:
Security & Safety: Focused proficiency in handling all security issues. Accurately
collect and document information and evidence during investigations. Adept at
maintaining facility security, as well as health and safety compliances. Strong
candidate for law enforcement or security positions.
Leadership: Excellent track record of leading and motivating teams. Highly skilled in
providing operations and security training and ongoing mentoring for diverse,
multidisciplinary teams. Able to control disorderly situations, negotiate favorable
results, and brief staff members and superiors on mission activities.
Technology: Proficient using PC-based Windows operating systems with Microsoft
Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Adept at codes, equipment
monitoring, wireless communication devices, and tactical equipment.
Achievements/Strengths: Highly decorated, with outstanding “can-do” attitude,
successfully completing all tasks on time and within budget. Superb problem-solving
ability, excellent judgment, decision-making, and time-management skills. Recipient
of multiple Army Achievement and Commendation Medals, three Army Good Conduct
Medals, and the Purple Heart.
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
UNITED STATES ARMY, Ft. Hood, Texas
Senior Scout, 3/2006 – 3/2011
Directed security and safety issues for teams of up to 29 professionals performing
missions at home and abroad. Led field and training operations. Tracked daily activities
and reported directly to superiors on problems identified and resolved, work progress,
and personnel matters. Wrote reports and debriefings, ensuring accuracy and
completeness of all details and clear and concise language. Served in collateral role as a
Victim Advocate, assisting and counseling victims of sexual assault in all matters from
the time of the assault to resolution.
Selected to train multiple groups of individuals in the use of critical equipment,
both mechanical and tactical, as well as investigatory actions and methodology.
Commended for ability to present commanding, professional, leadership among
subordinates and civilians.
Skillfully operated complex communications and tactical systems with knowledge
of coding procedures.
Successfully authored grant requests to the U.S. Government on behalf of foreign
nationals.
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Cavalry Scout, 1/2002 – 3/2006
Operated wheeled and tracked vehicles used in frontline operations during training
exercises and deployment overseas. Maintained communications equipment. Read broad
range of maps, compasses, and technical instruments to navigate during ground
operations. Trained others in use of field chemical-detection kits, first aid, and health
and safety.
Received numerous decorations and awards for service and accomplishments.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Victim Advocate, Support Sexual Assault Victims, from response through judicial process
Basic Non-commissioned Officer Course, Leadership Development, 2008
Warrior Leaders Course, Leadership Development, 2006
Combat Lifesaver Training, Combat Casualty Care, annually 2003-2011
Military Basic & Advanced Training, Armored Reconnaissance Specialist, 2002
US Border Patrol Agent Academy, Federal Law Enforcement Officer Training, 2012
Spanish for Law Enforcement, 2012
Emergency Medical Response, Advanced First Aid,2012
CPR, 2012
Texas Non-Commissioned Security Officer License
Texas Commissioned Security Officer License
Handcuffing
O/C Certification
ASP Baton Certification
Currently attending Hallmark University full time evening courses.