1. Patrick Alan Garrett
2401 Charlestown Drive
Post Office Box # 487
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
Cell Phone: 501.278.6984
ammo@blue-star- inc.com
www.linkedin.com/pub/pat-garrett/3b/462/a81/
Employment History
N.R.A. Instructor & Arkansas Concealed Handgun Instructor # 10-612
Present- April 2011
Title: Firearms Instructor & NRA Range Safety Officer
NRA Certified Instructor ( Inst # 081650614)
Basic Pistol Instructor
Metallic Cartridge Instructor
Shot-Shell Instructor
Certified Shotgun
Certified Rifle Expert
Certified Automatic Firearms
FFL Class 01 (waiting renewal license) 5-71-145-01-2K-02522
FFL Class 06 (waiting renewal license) 5-71-145-06-2K-02527
In May of 2011, I began providing and instructing classes for Arkansas Concealed
Handgun Permits & Renewals. The classes are detailed and professorially presented. As
an instructor, I have built a good reputation for my techniques as an instructor. I always
ensure the proper handling and safe use of firearms. My responsibilities include:
scheduling classes, writing lesson plans, and performing safety checks on the range. My
experience includes: managing my own business, monitoring the progress of students and
documenting results. I have handled corrective action for students which includes
additional training, changes in training and/or operational procedures. Students with
training deficiencies have found success with additional instruction from me. I have
written, developed and helped in the revision of programs and course material within
the Law Enforcement field. I have participated in sessions made up of representatives of
the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy, while also consulting with agencies
in Arkansas concerning Law Enforcement Training policies.
2. Blue Star Cartridge & Brass
Title: Plant Supervisor
May 15, 2011- January 2, 1988
Metallic Cartridge Instructor
Shot-Shell Instructor
Wrote Standard Procedure Manuals
Performed background checks for employees
Supervised employees & wrote work schedules
Training of employees
Supervised & trained on loading equipment
Supervised sales & transfer of firearms
Planned and implemented loading schedules
Traveled out of state for trade shows
Handled business purchasing
Supervised quality control- for accuracy and dependability
I was employed by Blue Star Cartridge & Brass, an Ammunition Manufacturing &
Firearms company, located in Searcy Arkansas for 24 years. This business closed in May
2011. As plant supervisor Law Enforcement officers and military personnel were under
my supervision and trained by me. My job required extensive out-of-state travel each
month. My job required working with a diverse population that included various races,
ethnicities with varying socioeconomic backgrounds. I sold ammunition and other re-loading
components such as brass casing and projectiles. I used my years of experience to
help others learn how to manufacture ammunition. As a result of decades of management
experience, I am considered an expert in small arms ammunition and ballistics.
White County Sheriff’s Department
Title: Sheriff
January 1, 2007-December 15, 1999
Supervised & conducted six successful election campaigns
Supervised over 85 employees and over 150 inmates
Certified Law Enforcement Officer
Certified Law Enforcement Instructor
Certified Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor
Coordinated Crime Watch activities
Wrote and executed search warrants
Testified in Courts with and without Juries. (City, County, State, Federal)
3. Wrote County Policy Manual for the White County Sheriffs Department
Worked with OES to write and implement County Emergency Plan
Provided crime scene training for First Responders & Fire
Started White County’s first School Resource Officer Program
Started White County’s first Internet Sexual Predator Program
Maintained excellent working relationships with other City, County, State and
Federal agencies.
Planned, implemented and trained White County’s Narcotics Unit
Lead a community based pro-active Sheriffs Department
Completed a DEA course on “Clandestine Methamphetamine Laboratory
Recognition and Disposal”
Attended and completed the Arkansas Sheriff’s School
Attended and completed the John E. Reed Interview and Interrogations Class
Received a National Award from the National Center for Missing & Exploited
Children
Received numerous letters of recognition and appreciation
For six years I served as Sheriff for White County, which is the second largest County in
Arkansas which then had a population of approximately 70,000. During my elected terms
as Sheriff, I maintained this department on a budget of 3.5 million dollars while staying
within my appropriated budget. I planned, scheduled and implemented all types of
investigations. While I was Sheriff I instructed many hours of classes in Basic Law
Enforcement. I oversaw all Pistol and Rifle courses and qualifications within my
Department. I introduced the White County Sheriffs Department to Combat Shooting
Techniques such as Center Axis Re-lock. I have an excellent working knowledge of the
demands of law enforcement training and the liability as related to the public.
White County Elected Official
Title: Constable Gray Township
January 1, 2001- January1, 1998
Completed the Auxiliary Deputy Class Minimum Standards Course in September
of 1994
Completed the Officer Survival Course
As Gray Township Constable I provided Law Enforcement services to residents within
my elected township. I provided assistance within the White County Jail. When
requested, I assisted local, County and State Police Officers within the Township. While I
was a Constable I served as Bailiff, I provided assistance to the City, County, District,
and Circuit Courts. I had the responsibility of helping to legally serve all of the court
papers and warrants issued by the Courts.
4. White County Sheriff’s Department
Title: Auxiliary Deputy Sheriff
December 14, 1997- September 15, 1994
As an Auxiliary Deputy Sheriff, I helped out in every aspect of the White County Sheriffs
Department. I obtained experience as jailer, dispatcher, Patrol Deputy, and as a guard at
Crime Scenes. I also worked the state’s largest county fair. My position as Auxiliary
Deputy Sheriff required an Auxiliary Certification.
United States Marine Corps
1st Battalion 2nd Marines 2nd Marine Division
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
January 2, 1988- June15, 1983
Title: Field Radio Operator
Company & Battalion Communications Radio Telegraph Operator (RTO)
Successfully completed Marine Basic Training at MCRD San Diego,
California
Meritoriously Promoted four times
Second in Communications Class
Worked as Recruiters Aid for six months
Held various types of secret clearances
Forward Air Control Operator
Naval Gun & Artillery Spotter
Firearms Instructor
Completed the Non-Commissioned Officers Course
Completed the Advanced Field Radio Operators Course
Completed the Land Navigation Course
Completed the Terrorist Counter Measures Course
Completed the M-60 Machine Gun Course
Received an Honorable Discharge
5. EDUCATION
McRae Elementary School 1970 – 1975 Searcy, Arkansas
Southwest Middle School 1975 – 1977 Searcy, Arkansas
Searcy Junior High School 1977 – 1979 Searcy, Arkansas
Searcy High School 1979 – 1982 Searcy, Arkansas
Foothills Vo-Tech School 1981 – 1982 Searcy, Arkansas
REFERENCES
1.) Mr. Tom Thomas (Retired Col. U.S. Army)
108 Deerwood Drive
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
501.230.9222
thomaspi@cablelynx.com
2.) Mr. Tom Hastings (F.B.I. & Former Commanding Officer USMC)
4491 Andy Court
Woodbridge, VA. 22193
703.357.5956
tomhastings@comcast.net
3.) Mr. Chris Raff (White County Prosecuting Attorney)
411 North Spruce Street
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
501.230.0323
pacr17jd@sbcglobal.net
4.) Mr. Tom Mc Gee (Sgt. Searcy Police Department)
117 Shawn Terrace
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
501.278.6985
tmcgee@cityofsearcy.org
5.) Mr. Ray Ervin (Corporal Arkansas State Police)
1409 Tulip Avenue
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
501-278-6613
Ray.ervin@asp.arkansas.gov
6.) Pastor Vernon McNally (Personal Friend)
178 Edwards Road
Judsonia, Arkansas 72081
501-284-9099
7.) AR State Rep. Les Eves (Personal Friend)
102 Club Cove
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
501-827-1344
