Training Chief

Phil Chaney is a renowned law enforcement trainer, Marine Corps veteran, and industry leader with over three decades of experience in tactical operations, training development, and leadership. His distinguished career includes significant contributions to the fields of law enforcement, military operations, and tactical education.

Professional Experience

• Chief Instructor, OTOA (2014–Present)
  • Oversees the development and instruction of advanced training programs, including State Basic and Advanced SWAT Schools and Single Officer Response to Active Threats (SORAT).
  • Certified Defensive Tactics, Firearms, and SWAT Instructor.
  • Adjunct Instructor for the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA).
• Middletown Police Department (Res) (2020–Present)
• Hamilton Police Department (Res) (2017–2020)
• West Chester Police Department (2010–2017)
• United States Marine Corps (1988–2010)
  • Retired Chief Warrant Officer 3 with over 25 years of specialized training and operational experience.
  • Special Missions Close Quarters Battle Instructor for 1st Special Operations Training Group.
  • Chief Instructor for the Close Quarters Battle Section for MCSF.

Military Accomplishments

• Served on Marine Expeditionary Units (SOC), participating in Operation Restore Hope, Determined Response, Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Ashbury Park.
• Decorations: Bronze Star w/ “Valor” Device (OEF), Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal w/ “Valor” Device (OIF), Meritorious Service Medal (OIF), Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal.

Contributions to Training

• Developed the Advanced Urban Combat Course and Fleet Antiterrorism Security Teams Advanced Handgun and Carbine Curriculum.
• Spearheaded State Basic and Advanced SWAT Schools and SORAT program development.