Key Information
* Type between 90 and 120 words per minute.
* Possess over four years leadership experience in the Army.
Work Experience
WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION DEFENSE SPECIALIST US Army and Texas National Guard, FEB1999-APR2007 Train companies on how to protect themselves from Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMDs), responding to industrial incidents, hazardous materials and transport, convoy operations in hostile territory, force protection and security, and the maintenance of appropriate defense equipment. Advise unit commanders on the vulnerabilities, training levels, maintenance statuses, and logistical issues of all systems, and prepare and integrate presentations and training into existing schedules. Responsible for equipment systems in excess of $3,000,000, supervising up to 14 subordinates, and enforcing company policies and guidelines.
Work Experience Breakdown, Weapons of Mass Destruction Specialist
SQUAD LEADER US Army, SEP2005-Present Fort Polk, Louisiana Train and supervise subordinates in convoy escort missions, obstacle breaching operations, prisoner transfers, room clearing procedures, weapons safety and engagement, driver's training, and access control points. Ensure the health and well-being of seven subordinates, and their spouses and dependants. Supervise and maintain $3,000,000 worth of bio-warfare detection equipment and portable laboratory with attached 15 kilowatt generators. * Chosen over 11 other qualified individuals to lead urban combat training. * Proven safety record includes zero accidents and incidents.
DIVISIONAL CBRNE LOGISTICS SPECIALIST US Army, APR2005-SEP2005 Camp Red Cloud, Republic of Korea Received and integrated multiple subordinate WMD-defense equipment reports and NRC compliance reports for 2nd Infantry Division, Korea. Analyzed warehouse storage and dispersement of WMD-related defense equipment, and coordinated with subordinate units for transfers of equipment valued at over $5 million. Supervised and edited the WMD-related portion of all subordinate units' monthly status reports. Prepared and presented findings to senior military personnel bi-weekly. Maintained WMD overpressure systems and facilities logistics for divisional headquarters. * Compiled data sets for Congressional-level WMD-defense equipment reports. * Integrated HEPA filter research into divisional meta-analysis programs. * Identified a $500,000 warehouse short-fall and saved the division over $1.5 million in WMD-related defense expenditures.
CHEMICAL OPERATIONS SPECIALIST US Army, SEP2004-APR2005 Camp Stanley, Republic of Korea Trained and supervised a company on how to respond to toxic industrical accidents and Weapons of Mass Destruction. Documented all training and coordinated with local and Federal officials for updated training, alerts, and safety precautions. Maintained and updated company training, as well as contingency plans and emergency procedures. Identified potential hazards and local resources available in the event of WMD use. Trained the company in decontamination procedures, and handled logistics for protective and decontaminative equipment. Served as the personal driver for the senior enlisted member of the unit, and maintained an assigned vehicle. * Received numerous medals for excellence in organization and planning. * Decreased waste accumulations by 100% with streamlined Hazardous Materials reporting procedures. * Perfect vehicle maintenance record with zero accidents or incidents.
CBRN INSTRUCTOR US Army, MAR2004-SEP2004 Fort Riley, Kansas Taught Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear defense equipment and general information to active, reserve, and National Guard servicemembers deploying to the Middle East, with classes of up to 45 individuals. Developed and implemented improvements to training based upon research and experience. Create PowerPoint presentations, videos, and lectures to emphasis potential Middle Eastern particular, as well as general CBRN-related tasks and equipment for deploying companies. * Created NBCNCO dot org to aid units outside of Fort Riley. * Lauded for teaching skills.
COMPANY ARMORER US Army, JUN2003-MAR2004 Camps Arifjan and Wolverine, Kuwait Oversaw and repaired a company armory valued at over $500,000, including rifles, automatic rifles, pistols, and night-vision devices. Ensured the security and proper transportation of said weapons and associated systems. Actively guarded the company armory, critical supplies, and company areas of responsibility. Coordinated with technical repairs units for special repairs and services. Maintained usage statistics, wear rates, and other pertinent data for senior personnel to use in decision-making matrices. * Increased available functioning weapons in a foreign country by 300%. * One of only four armorers for a $50 million ammunition storage facility.
TRAINING MANAGER US Army, OCT2000-JUN2003 Fort Riley, Kansas Maintained personnel and training records on a 120-man company, and presented statistics and general information to senior leaders on a weekly basis. Coordinated with higher headquarters and sister companies to optimize training time and minimize costs. Prepared subordinate personnel packets for special missions, maintained the company's personnel database, and performed general clerical work for senior company members. Responsible for over $25,000 worth of computer equipment, as well as sensitive and classified materials. * Received numerous awards for improvements in organizational reporting procedures.
TACTICAL OPERATIONS CENTER OPERATOR US Army, SEP1999-SEP2000 Suwaon Airbase, Republic of Korea Handled secure radio communications for a 120-man force. Coordinated movements within a 400 square kilometer hostile area. Plotted subordinate and hostile unit positions, coordinated intelligence reports, and coordinated with outside agencies and organizations for support, supplies, and additional security. Maintained an assigned command and control vehicle valued at $50,000 with associated 5 kilowatt generator, and all attendant communications equipment. * Received awards for coordinating four separate radio frequencies simultaneously. * Performed 36 hours on, 8 hours off shifts for over 300 contiguous hours without incident.
RADIO PROGRAM HOST KVLU Public Radio, DEC1994-JAN1999 Beaumont, Texas Hosted pre-recorded and live-broadcast radio programs, ensuring timeliness of transmission, inserts of sponsors, and transitions to other programs. Hosted a modern and classical jazz program on weekday afternoons. Recorded sponsorship programs for later playback, and performed live discussions and interviews for fund-raising campaigns. Coordinated with other hosts to maintain on-air time around all responsible shifts.
MOSQUITO CONTROL SPRAY OPERATOR Orange County Mosquito Control, MAY1994-DEC1998 Orange, Texas Disperse Malathion and Rezmethrin mosquito insecticides via truck-mounted sprayer on a seasonal basis. Navigated through familiar and unfamiliar territory using onboard maps during both daylight and night-time conditions. Plotted spray routes for optimal dispersals and minimal times. Maintained radio contact with operations center; coordinated dispersals with other spray operators. * Drove an estimated 50 miles per night with zero accidents.
Education
Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas - over 102 hours towards a BS in Environmental Science.
Certifications
Primary Leadership Course, 160 hours, Fort Sill, OK, JUN2002.
EO Representative Course, 80 hours, Camp Red Cloud, Republic of Korea, NOV2005.
Driver's Training, 40 hours, Fort Riley, KS, JUN2000.
CBRN Operations Training, 40 hours, 8th Army, Republic of Korea, OCT1999.
Affiliations
Member, Veterans of Foreign Wars |