Richard B.
Cook

Summary

I bring over 30 years of investigative experience spanning law enforcement, intelligence analysis, and death investigations. As a Police Officer and Deputy Coroner, I've managed complex criminal cases, developed evidence management systems from the ground up, and coordinated with district attorneys on case dispositions. I've also led airspace operations for joint military exercises and managed over 7,000 air traffic movements without a single incident. Now seeking to apply my investigative expertise and analytical skills in a detective role where thoroughness and attention to detail make all the difference.

Impact

Experience

1. 2025-2026

   Technical Assistant

   National RV Training Academy · Athens, TX

   • Proficient in Analytical Skills and Troubleshooting for problem identification and resolution.
   • Strong Communication and Customer Service skills to effectively interact with clients and team members.
   • Experience with Technical Support and understanding of RV systems.
   • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

2. 2024-2025

   Police Officer

   City of St. Marys Police Department · St. Marys, GA

   • Managing general investigations and death cases, also as a sworn law enforcement officer with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, and local criminal laws.
   • Guardian of all Evidence and Property kept by the City of St Marys Police Department as the Evidence Custodian/Specialist
   • Writing and creating the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for our Evidence procedures and policies.
   • Writing and creating the instructional SOP for our annual training sessions.

3. 2023-2025

   Deputy Coroner

   Camden County Sheriff’s Office · Camden County, GA

   • Respond to calls for death investigation service within the county of Camden County.
   • Conducts death investigations and pronouncement of death; secures and processes death scenes.
   • Upon arrival on scene, record scene as it’s presented and make articulate notes of environment, deceased, and surroundings.
   • Establishes the identity of the deceased.

4. 2021-2023

   Police Officer

   City of Kingsland Police Department · Kingsland, GA

   • Handling Death Investigations, Serious Crimes Against Persons, Property Crimes, Electronic Crimes, Fraud, Drug related, Weapons and Thefts and as a sworn law enforcement officer with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, and local criminal laws.
   • Guardian of all Evidence and Property kept by the City of Kingsland Police
   • Department as the Evidence Custodian/Specialist
   • Writing and creating the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for our Evidence procedures and policies.

5. 2011-2014

   Airspace Command and Control Manager

   United States Army, Fort Sam Houston, Texas · Fort Sam Houston, TX

   • Senior enlisted airspace advisor to Army South Command on DOD flight operations within the National Airspace System, Federal Aviation Administration structure and Host Nations Airspace systems.
   • Responsible for the development and execution of airspace command and control measures within the Southern Command Area of Responsibility (AOR).
   • Supervises airspace operations for designated subordinate units.
   • Research and interprets Department of Defense Flight Information Publications and aeronautical charts; analyzing airspace control measures to show and resolve potential safety of flight conflicts.

6. 2008-2011

   Warrior in Transition Platoon Sergeant

   United States Army, Fort Gordon, Georgia · Fort Gordon, GA

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   • Led and mentored soldiers in transition, providing critical support and guidance during their recovery and reintegration processes. Managed administrative and logistical requirements for the platoon, ensuring comprehensive care and adherence to military protocols.

7. 2006-2008

   Senior Observer Controller

   United States Army · Fort Polk, Louisiana

   • Planned, coordinated, and executed 10-14 joint service military annual exercises in the field environment.
   • Educated service members and students on the importance of keeping the natural state of the occupied site.
   • Led lessons on why it’s important to leave environments-such as deserts, forests, or undeveloped sites-undisturbed and unchanged after visiting.
   • Created and supported a realistic and doctrinally correct training environment.

8. 2003-2006

   Advanced Individual Training Instructor / Writer

   United States Army · Fort Rucker, Alabama

   • Served as Shift Supervisor, Training Supervisor, and Physical Fitness Trainer.
   • First Line Supervisor to three newly assigned Noncommissioned Officers and Soldiers.

9. 2000-2003

   Air Traffic Control Shift Leader

   United States Army · Fort Stewart, Georgia

   • Managed over 7,000 movements without incident.
   • Member of the 3rd Infantry Division 10 mile running team.
   • Served three tours as Section Chief in support of Operation Southern Watch during deployment to Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan, Kuwait and Iraq.
   • Responsible for the maintenance and accountability of 1.5-million-dollar worth of equipment.

10. 1998-2000

    Multiple Rocket Launcher System Gunner

    United States Army · Fort Sill, Oklahoma

    • Served three tours as Section Chief in support of Operation Southern Watch during deployment to Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan, Kuwait and Iraq.
    • Responsible for the maintenance and accountability of 1.5-million-dollar worth of equipment.
    • Emphasis on safety resulted in ZERO safety related incidents during Operation Southern Watch.

11. 1990-1997

    Police Officer

    City of Atlanta Police Department · Atlanta, Georgia

    • Served as a sworn Police Officer with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, and local criminal laws involving Crimes Against Persons, Property Crimes, Electronic Crimes, Fraud, Drug related, Weapons and Thefts.
    • Provided public safety by keeping order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.
    • Rendered aid to accident victims and other people needing first aid for physical injuries.
    • Reviewed and conducted investigations of complaints and filed well-written, grammatically correct, and comprehensive investigative reports, which may include documented evidence.

12. 1988-1990

    1SG Intelligence Analyst Noncommissioned Officer-In-Charge (NCOIC)

    United States Army Reserves · Fort McPherson, Georgia

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    • Served as the Company First Sergeant.
    • Served as the Company Noncommissioned Officer in charge during Operation Gallant Eagle in 1989.
    • Served as Platoon Sergeant of the Intelligence Platoon.
    • Prepared comprehensive written reports, presentations, maps, or charts based on research, collection, and analysis of intelligence data.

13. 1987-1988

    Intelligence Analyst

    United States Army · Fort Monmouth, New Jersey

    • Prepared comprehensive written reports, presentations, maps, or charts based on research, collection, and analysis of intelligence data.
    • Prepared plans to intercept foreign communications transmissions.
    • Validated known intelligence with data from other sources.
    • Collaborated with representatives from other government and intelligence organizations to share information or coordinate intelligence activities.

14. 1986-1987

    Strategic Intelligence Analyst

    United States Army · Yongsan, South Korea

    • Prepared comprehensive written reports, presentations, maps, or charts based on research, collection, and analysis of intelligence data.
    • Prepared plans to intercept foreign communications transmissions.
    • Validated known intelligence with data from other sources.
    • Collaborated with representatives from other government and intelligence organizations to share information or coordinate intelligence activities.

15. 1984-1986

    Battlefield Intelligence Coordination Center Analyst

    United States Army · Fort Bragg, North Carolina

    • Prepared comprehensive written reports, presentations, maps, or charts based on research, collection, and analysis of intelligence data.
    • Prepared plans to intercept foreign communications transmissions.
    • Validated known intelligence with data from other sources.
    • Collaborated with representatives from other government and intelligence organizations to share information or coordinate intelligence activities.

Skills

Education and certifications

Service record

Branch

U.S. Army

Rank

E-7

Years served

1984 – 2014

Specialty / MOS

96B3P, 13M3P, 15Q4P