Jim Morgan

Jim Morgan is a Staff Instructor at the DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING ACADEMY, based in Casper, Wyoming. He has been in this role since February 2022.1 Here are some key details about Jim Morgan's background and experience:

Career History

Law Enforcement Experience::

• Had a rewarding career with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
• Retired as the Commander of a busy satellite station
• Served as a SWAT operator and supervisor of the Force Options Training Unit

Industry Experience::

• Joined Safariland, a major law enforcement equipment provider, after retiring from law enforcement
• Worked in product development and sales processes
• Served as Director of Marketing for Defense Technology

Current Role::

• Staff Instructor at Defense Technology Training Academy since February 2022
• Specializes in Less Lethal, Crowd Management, and Armed Intruder skills
• Writes curriculum for a training staff of approximately 80 current and retired professionals

Expertise and Responsibilities

• Brings leading technology to customers in an easy-to-understand and implementable way
• Provides product and tactical training to professionals across the country and around the world
• Works with two other full-time instructors and supports 50 adjunct instructors

Military Background

• Honorably discharged U.S. Marine (1975-1979)
• Served in the Nuclear Ordnance Platoon (NOP) Security Force
• Promoted to NCOIC of Security, supervising a force providing physical security, training, and inspections

Jim Morgan's extensive background in law enforcement, military service, and the defense industry has positioned him as a knowledgeable instructor in less lethal technologies and tactics for law enforcement and military personnel.1