Defensible decisions for the organizations that keep communities safe.
PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY · AIRPORTS · POLICE · FIRE & ARFF
The clarity your Council and Board can trust
SPOTLIGHT · OUR WORKFORCE INTELLIGENCE STUDY
Is your pay study built on data that just isn't real
Paper salary scales often hide the truth about what employees take home. This report uses realistic numbers to show how eight departments compare when you look at actual paychecks rather than just job ads. You might find that a city looks competitive on its website, but falls behind in reality. We help you use real data so your budget requests make sense to your board.
Built on 24+ years of public safety leadership. Workforce studies, policy and leadership development your Council and Board can defend in public.
Helping your team build safer airports and stronger agencies with advice you can trust
We help public safety and airport leaders solve practical staffing, policy, and security challenges with clear, defensible guidance.
Is this for you?
We support Police Chiefs, Fire Chiefs, Airport Directors, and Public Safety Executives who need help with their day-to-day duties. This is for you if you're handling:
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Budget planning where you must use real data to show that your pay and staffing levels work, not just your experience.
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Badging and entrance systems that need to be ready for federal TSA inspectors at any time.
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Emergency response plans that need to be simple and follow national rules like FEMA or CALEA without failing under pressure.
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Rule books and manuals that have become hard to follow, out of date, or might not stand up in court.
Running these services involves high stakes and tight budgets. We built ApexOS Advisory specifically to help you manage these responsibilities with confidence.
CAPABILITIES
What your Board will ask, answered
Most pay studies compare posted ranges. We compare what personnel actually earn, so your recommendation is built for public review.
49 CFR Part 1542 alignment, badging SOPs and EOPs built for real incidents.
General Orders built to withstand legal and accreditation review.
When we finish, you will have a clear, reliable report you can proudly hand to your board or lead inspectors.
WHO WE SERVE
Built to empower the people who protect us all
Kevin Stormer
Founder
ApexOS Advisory
Kevin Stormer, Founder and Principal of ApexOS Advisory. 24+ years in public safety, from patrol to command. Workforce studies for agencies nationwide.
Practical insight built on 24+ years in public safety and real-world operations.
ApexLEAD™
ApexLEAD™ Fire & ARFF Leadership Series
Seven modules. Led by Dustin Hughes, who leads an Airport Rescue & Fire Fighting department in North Carolina. Built for the officer who will run the next incident and the next budget. Price: from $1,375 per seat.
Sample report (illustrative data): see how incumbent pay changes the answer.
Get a clear picture of how your team’s pay and staffing levels truly compare so you can speak to your board with total confidence. We look beyond basic job ads to show you what people are actually taking home at the agencies competing for your talent. This study gives you the real-world evidence you need to fix hiring gaps, keep your best people, and secure the budget you deserve. By using actual salary data instead of just estimates, we help you make smart choices that keep your department strong.
Join your peers at ApexInsights
Stay ahead of regulatory changes and staffing trends with actionable insights delivered directly to you. Our weekly updates help you protect your community and lead your agency with confidence.
Public safety experience that informs practical solutions
ApexOS Advisory was started by Kevin Stormer to help public safety agencies look beyond surface-level issues and address staffing gaps, security risks, and outdated rules. We combine public safety experience with practical implementation to strengthen leadership, operations, and performance.
What We Do
Airport Badging & Security Consulting
Airport credentialing and access control support, including badging procedures, challenge training, and escort training.
Emergency Operations & Incident Action Plan Consulting
Emergency operations plans and incident action plans grounded in FEMA CPG 101 and CALEA Chapter 24/46, built to actually work when they're needed, not just pass a file review.
Policy Manual Development & Rewrite
Policy manuals and General Orders are developed for clarity, practical use, and legal and accreditation review.