Jonathan Burgard

Jonathan Burgard has a strong work history that spans over several years. Jonathan began their career as a Military Police Officer in the United States Army, where they provided supervision and leadership to military and civilian police personnel. Jonathan conducted training sessions for new employees and was responsible for briefing shift personnel on activities and relevant information.

After leaving the army, Jonathan joined Genesis Integrative Solutions as an Assistant On-Site Manager and 9-1-1 Telecommunicator. In this role, they supervised and directed a team of 23 employees, assigned work projects, and ensured proper staffing levels. Jonathan also managed payroll operations and answered incoming calls on various lines.

Most recently, Jonathan worked at Cherokee Federal as an Assistant Project Manager. Their responsibilities included developing and implementing training programs, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and maintaining APCO International standards. Jonathan also researched and developed the Fort Campbell Emergency Communications Center Training Curriculum.

Overall, Jonathan's experience showcases their strong leadership, training, and communication skills in both military and civilian settings.

Jonathan Burgard attended Monta Vista High School from 1998 to 2002, where they obtained their high school degree. Jonathan then pursued higher education at the University of Phoenix from 2011 to 2016, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Administration with a Concentration in Human Services. Additionally, Jonathan obtained various certifications, including CPR & AED Certification from the American Heart Association in August 2022, Emergency Medical Dispatch 5.4 Edition, Version 2 Instructor certification from APCO International in March 2022, Public Safety Telecommunicator 1, 7th Edition Instructor certification from APCO International in March 2022, and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) (Full Access) certification from the Kentucky State Police in November 2021. Other certifications include Fire Service Communications 2nd Edition Instructor, Law Enforcement Communications 1st Edition Instructor, Communications Center Supervisor Instructor 4th Edition, and Customer Service in Today's Public Safety Communications from APCO International. Jonathan obtained certifications in Basic Active Shooter Level I from Tennessee State University in March 2019, HAZMAT from FEMA in November 2018, NIMS 200, NIMS 800, NIMS 100, and NIMS 700 22 from FEMA in 2018. Their earliest certification, Terrorism Awareness for Emergency First Responders, was obtained from Texas A&M University in May 2011.