Paul Sledzik

About Paul Sledzik

Mission-driven former public service executive with demonstrated achievements in leading teams in safety investigations and policy, communications, collaborative intra- and inter-agency ventures, and crisis response. Extensive experience in managing mass fatality responses and providing disaster family assistance. 35 years of US federal service, culminating in a top leadership role at the National Transportation Safety Board, included overseeing operations, coordinating media and government affairs, and representing the US in international aviation disaster initiatives. Prior experience included leading disaster mortuary teams and working as a forensic scientist. Expertise in disaster victim identification and support which has significantly influenced current practices.

Experience

1. Crisis Solutions Advisory Council Member and Consultant

   Empathia, Inc

   Oct 2024 — Present · US

Education

• University of Rhode Island

  BA, Anthropology

  1980 — 1984

• University of Connecticut

  Master's degree, Biological Anthropology

  1985 — 1988

Skills

• Leadership
• Investigation
• Aviation
• Public Policy
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Nims
• Hazardous Materials
• Security Clearance
• Policy Analysis
• Forensic Anthropology
• Public Speaking
• Private Investigations
• Military Operations
• Risk Assessment
• Military
• Emergency Services
• Public Safety
• Dod
• National Security
• Government
• Community Outreach
• Policy
• Preparedness
• Homeland Security
• Law Enforcement
• Disaster Response
• Forensic Analysis
• Federal Government
• Crisis Management
• Disaster Recovery
• Program Management
• Enforcement
• Emergency Management
• Criminal Justice