Staff Sergeant (Forward Observer- 13F)
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•Supervised and evaluated subordinate personnel. Integrated the work of a team where each member contributed to the success of a mission. Influenced, motivated, or persuaded subordinates to accept opinions or take actions related to advancing the fundamental goals and objectives of a mission.•Managed through subordinate team leaders. Developed work performance standards and evaluated subordinates; assigned and planned work to be accomplished; established work schedules, deadlines, and standards for acceptable work; tracked progress and performed quality assurance inspections.•Provided advice, counsel and or instructions to subordinates on both work and administrative matters. Recommended promotions, awards, or reassignment to positions. Executed minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other actions in more serious cases. Identified and provided developmental and training needs of subordinates.•Maintained inventory control and operational status for over $5.1 million in assigned equipment.•Through briefings, advised senior leadership on all enemy engagement capabilities & limitations of artillery, mortar, naval and aircraft weapons fire. Planned, allocated, and scheduled all lethal and non-lethal means for successful mission execution.•Distinguished as the 82nd Airborne Division “Non-commissioned Officer of the Quarter” for the 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year 2002.•Four Army Commendation Medals and six Army Achievement Medals.•Recognized for technical and tactical expertise in combat during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
