Biography of Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth
Jeb Bozarth, legally known as John Vincent Bozarth Jr., is a retired Henderson Police Department Lieutenant, United States Navy Seabee veteran, and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Critical Training Solution LLC, based in Henderson, Nevada. He brings more than 30 years of combined military and public safety service, with experience across patrol operations, SWAT, K9 command, training bureau leadership, and large-scale incident command.
Education and Professional Development Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Columbia Southern University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He is also a graduate of the
Northwestern University Center for Public Safety, School of Police Staff and Command, Class 586. His education includes graduation from the Southern Desert Regional Police Academy at the College of Southern Nevada, where he was the recipient of the Academy Leadership Award. He obtained his basic, intermediate, first-line supervision, and advanced certifications through the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training. He is a graduate of the Henderson Police Department SWAT Basic and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department SWAT Intermediate schools, and the Department of Homeland Security - Texas A&M Engineering, Sport - Special Event Evacuation & Protective Actions, as well as the Crowd Management for Sport and Special Events certification.
Early Military Service and Foundations of Leadership Bozarth’s grounding in leadership began with his service in the United States Navy and the US Navy Reserves. He first enlisted in April 1990, serving in active duty until 1994, and completing his reserve commitment in 1998. After the attacks of 9/11, he returned to service from September 2001 through 2007, being activated in 2004 to 2005 for Operation Iraqi Freedom II. Assigned to the US Navy Seabees, he attained the rank of Equipment Operator First Class and earned qualification as a Seabee Combat Warfare Specialist. His service included deployment in support of Operations Southern Watch (Persian Gulf), Restore Hope (Somalia), and Iraqi Freedom II. He was also appointed Public Affairs Petty Officer for Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 17, Detachment 0817. In addition to combat and operational missions, Bozarth participated in humanitarian outreach initiatives focused on building trust and cooperation with local populations. His military service was recognized with multiple awards, including two National Defense Medals, two Southwest Asia Medals, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal with Marine Corps Combat Operations Insignia. He is the recipient of Sailor of the Quarter awards and Letters of Commendation for superior service as a Tactical Movement team crew served weapons operator.
Transition to Law Enforcement and Patrol Operations In August 2006, Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth began his law enforcement career with the Henderson Police Department in Henderson, Nevada. Assigned as a patrol officer, he worked in uniformed patrol responding to calls for service, conducting traffic enforcement, and engaging directly with the community. During this period, Jeb Bozarth from Henderson, NV, completed the Instructor Development training, the Kaminsky Course, and the POST First-Line Supervisor Course. His actions during critical incidents earned him the Henderson Police Department Medal of Valor in 2010, recognizing courage and decisive action under dangerous circumstances.
Special Operations and SWAT Experience In August 2009, Bozarth was selected for assignment to the Henderson Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics team. Serving as a SWAT officer until August 2014, he participated in high-risk warrant service, barricaded suspect incidents, and tactical operations requiring precision and coordination. His performance led to his selection as Assistant Team Leader and later as the SWAT Training Coordinator.
Investigations and Problem-Solving Unit From August 2014 to January 2016, Bozarth served as an officer in the Henderson Police Department Problem Solving Unit. This assignment focused on proactive investigations and the suppression of repeat offenders. He authored search warrants related to narcotics trafficking, weapons offenses, fraud, and property crimes, demonstrating a detailed understanding of investigative standards and constitutional requirements.
Training Bureau Leadership and Instructor Roles In January 2016, Bozarth was assigned to the Henderson Police Department Training Bureau, where he served until October 2018. In this role, he became a primary instructor across multiple disciplines critical to officer safety and public protection. His instructional responsibilities included Incident Command System and Rescue Task Force training, Emergency Vehicle Operations Course instruction, firearms training, active assailant response, and use-of-force defensive tactics. During this time, Jeb was among the many first responders to the Route 91 Harvest Festival mass shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Supervisory Roles and Command Experience Bozarth was promoted to Patrol and Training Sergeant in October 2018 and served in supervisory roles until 2023. As a West Area Command swing-shift supervisor, he oversaw 11 officers, coordinated responses, and served as the shift lead for arrests and citations. He also served as a Use of Force Analyst, reviewing incidents to ensure accountability, policy compliance, and continuous improvement. His leadership during this period was recognized with the Supervisor of the Year Award in 2022 and the Distinguished Service Award in 2020.
SWAT and K9 Command Leadership In May 2023, Jeb Bozarth of Henderson, NV, was promoted to Lieutenant and assumed command responsibilities over SWAT and K9 operations within the Henderson Police Department. He served in this role until his retirement on January 13, 2025. As a tactical commander, he led responses to over 20 hostage and criminal barricade incidents and served as a Tactical Commander during the UNLV active assailant response.
Founding of Critical Training Solution LLC Following his retirement, Jeb Bozarth of Henderson, NV, focused full-time on the growth of Critical Training Solution LLC, a public safety training company he founded to bring real-world experience to civilian, corporate, and professional audiences. Lieutenant Jeb Bozarth serves as a Basic Sniper School instructor for law enforcement agencies and delivers hundreds of hours of Run, Hide, Fight instruction to civilian organisations, including university faculty and staff. Critical Training Solution LLC maintains membership in ASIS International and has submitted licensure applications to the Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board, supporting expanded executive protection and security consulting services. Further, Jeb has led his company in the difficult application process of the Department of Homeland Security's Safety Act designation and certification program.
Community Involvement and Ongoing Development Bozarth and Critical Training Solution LLC support charitable organizations, including US Vets, Disabled American Veterans, the US Navy Seabees Foundation, Blood Cancer United, the Wounded Warrior Project, and the National Rifle Association. He is an active member of Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and has provided food and trauma support to survivors of the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival mass shooting.