Career
As a high school senior, Kyle witnessed the horror of the attacks on the United States when radical Islamic terrorists hijacked and flew American planes into the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia.
Four planes were hijacked on September 11, 2001, and three of them hit their mark causing tremendous damage and heartache for the many families directly involved and all Americans. Almost 3,000 people were killed that day. Many Americans watched the horror unfold on their television that morning.
After the tragic events of 9/11, Kyle Saltz felt moved by the vicious and unprovoked attack and he determined to do his part to protect his country and fellow Americans. Kyle joined the Army in 2002.
Kyle became a counterintelligence agent proudly serving 11 years in the Army. During those years, he was deployed multiple times to Afghanistan, serving under difficult and dangerous conditions. Today, he continues to serve as an Army Reserve Counterintelligence Agent. Upon joining the Army Reserves, Kyle was required to go through basic training again, at age 40, and still had the highest physical fitness score than any other male in his platoon. He also accepted a loss of rank in order to return to the Army and continue his service as a soldier.
With a strong instinct to defend others, Kyle was drawn to law enforcement upon leaving the military. He has worked for Hanford Patrol for the last 8 years. He is part of the Tactical Response Team.
Kyle and his wife have made Richland their home and plan to continue working and giving back in this city for many years.
Volunteerism
In addition to his job and his reserve service, Kyle continues to support and assist Veteran’s through his volunteerism with the local VFW and the Veteran’s Court. He is part of the VFW Honor Guard for funerals, events, and educational activities in the community. He is a Veterans Courts Mentor of Benton County.
Kyle also volunteers with Love on a Leash bringing the joy of a therapy pet to those who need a little cheering up. Kyle has visited nursing homes and hospitals around Richland with this program.
Education
- BS Degree in Liberal arts with a focus in French
- Master’s degree in criminal justice with a focus in homeland security
- Master’s degree in liberal arts with a focus in Politics and History
- Graduate of the Defense Language Institute
- Trilingual (French, German, and English)
