James Higgins (Jamie)

Jamie Higgins has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of law enforcement and security. James "Jamie" began their career as a Special Agent at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in 1990, where they investigated violations of federal explosive, arson, firearms, alcohol, and tobacco statutes. Over the years, they took on various roles within the ATF, including being a Public Information Officer, Resident Agent in Charge, Assistant Country Attache, and Assistant Special Agent in Charge. Their responsibilities ranged from supervising teams, coordinating crisis response initiatives, and representing the ATF in international events. In 2018, Jamie joined Emigrant Bank as a Director of Global Security, and in 2019, they became an Advisory Board Member at Kaseware. Throughout their career, Jamie has demonstrated a strong focus on intelligence-led enforcement, strategic planning, and maintaining strong relationships with domestic and international law enforcement agencies.

James "Jamie" Higgins has a diverse education history that spans several decades. James "Jamie" began their formal education at the State University of New York Maritime College, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Marine Transportation/Management from 1984 to 1990. Following this, Higgins attended the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center from 1990 to 1992 to complete a Criminal Investigator School/Special Agent Basic Training program.

Throughout their career, Higgins also obtained various certifications and completed specialized training courses. In 1997, they obtained a Certificate of Training from the World EOD Foundation. In 1998, they completed a Post Blast Investigation Course offered by the US Dept of Treasury Bur of ATF. In 2000, they obtained certifications in Explosives Specialist Recertification/X-Ray Equipment and Image Interpretation from the US Dept Of Treasury Bur of ATF, and also completed a Russian Cultural Orientation Course through the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas/Office of National Drug Policy-DOJ.

In subsequent years, Higgins continued to enhance their knowledge and skills. James "Jamie" participated in an Enhanced Undercover Program Course in 2001, a Seminar on Terrorism and Explosives in 2001, and an Enhanced Undercover Program Course in 2001. Additionally, they completed an Emergency Vehicle Operations Certificate (EVOC) through the Miami-Dade Fire & Rescue Department in 2002. In the same year, they also obtained certifications in Alcohol and Tobacco Diversion and Chemistry of Pyrotechnics and Explosives.

Higgins further expanded their expertise by participating in the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games under the United States Secret Service in 2002. James "Jamie" attended a Public Information Officer Seminar organized by The Metropolitan Police Institute in 2003. In 2004, they completed the Display Operator Training Course offered by the Pyrotechnics Guild International, Inc. James "Jamie" also obtained Explosives Specialist Recertification from the US Dept of Justice-Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in the same year.

Continuing their professional development, Higgins completed the Leadership Skills for New Supervisors course in 2006, and an Advanced Explosives Disposal Techniques training program provided by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in 2009. In 2010 and 2012, they received Explosive Specialist Recertification from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).

Higgins concluded their education history by obtaining certifications in Leadership in Police Organizations from the International Association of Chiefs of Police in 2014, and a Certificate in Leadership & Command from The United States Army War College in the same year.

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