Trevor Newell
RUTLAND
Summary
Firearms Instructor and Lieutenant with the Massachusetts Department of Correction, skilled in crisis response and team management. Expertise in firearms instruction and equipment maintenance, fostering a secure environment through strong communication and leadership. Committed to excellence in high-pressure situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant
Department of Correction
09.2023 - Current
- Lead response to incidents and maintain order in high-pressure situations
- Oversaw daily facility operations, managing staff supervision, scheduling, and inmate management to maintain smooth operations
- Ensured compliance with safety procedures, policies, and operational standards to uphold facility integrity
- Supported training initiatives and reinforced accountability among staff to enhance team effectiveness
Firearms Instructor
Department of Correction
08.2019 - Current
- Instructed recruits in MPTC firearms safety course to promote safe practices.
- Enforced strict safety protocols during all training exercises to mitigate risks.
- Trained officers in firearms handling, shooting fundamentals, and range safety protocols.
- Taught firearms nomenclature and proper weapon function for enhanced operational knowledge.
Acting Team Leader - Northern SRT Unit (Additional Duty)
Department of Correction
- Current
- Lead and coordinate Special Response Team operations
- Assist in planning and executing high-risk tactical situations
- Maintain team readiness, communication, and equipment accountability
Sergeant
Department of Correction
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Supervised correctional officers and maintained facility order
- Conducted inspections and enforced institutional policies
- Assisted with staff training and daily assignments
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
OPP Operations/Armorer
Department of Corrections
08.2018 - 11.2022
- Responsible for monthly and quarterly inspection of OPP security equipment
- Conducted regular inventory checks of weapons and ammunition.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding firearm use.
- Familiarity with Special Operations Armory Database
Correction Officer I
Department of Correction
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Maintained security and monitored inmate activity
- Responded to emergencies and enforced safety procedures
- Built professional relationships to support a safe environment
Education
Diploma -
Quabbin Regional Highschool
BarreSkills
- Firearms Instruction & Range Safety
- Equipment Accountability & Maintenance
- Leadership & Team Management
- Crisis Response & Incident Management
- Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Tactical operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Long range shooting
- Critical thinking
- Range management
- Ammunition handling
- Instructional skills
- Firearm storage
- Weapon maintenance
- Firearm accessories
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
• MPTC Firearms Instructor, 01/01/19 - Present
• Less Lethal / OC Instructor, 01/01/24 - Present
• Certified Taser Instructor, 10/12/2019 - 4/30/23
• Less Lethal / OC Instructor, 01/01/24 - Present
• Certified Taser Instructor, 10/12/2019 - 4/30/23
Timeline
Lieutenant
Department of Correction
09.2023 - Current
Sergeant
Department of Correction
08.2021 - 09.2023
Firearms Instructor
Department of Correction
08.2019 - Current
OPP Operations/Armorer
Department of Corrections
08.2018 - 11.2022
Correction Officer I
Department of Correction
01.2012 - 01.2021
Acting Team Leader - Northern SRT Unit (Additional Duty)
Department of Correction
- Current
Diploma -
Quabbin Regional Highschool