Michael Waddle

Michael Waddle, MS, is an experienced emergency management professional and retired USAF officer with over 21 years of military service. Currently serving as the Director of Emergency Management and Search and Rescue Coordinator for Benton County Government since July 2017, Michael is responsible for a wide range of supervisory and administrative tasks and oversees emergency management projects. Prior roles include Chief Executive of Technical Operations and Analysis at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, where Michael directed 24/7 technical operations, and various strategic planning positions within the Joint Special Operations Command and Special Operations Command Pacific. Academic credentials include a Master’s Degree in Defense Analysis from the Naval Postgraduate School and a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography and Cartography from the University of Arkansas.