David Eichaker Email & Phone Number

United States

Arlington, Virginia, United States

• Support the state’s Public Affairs Officer at the strategic and operational level, assisting with developing communications and executing Michigan’s DMVA communication objectives
• Photograph, video, and document Michigan National Guard activities, events, and missions for internal and external audiences
• Ensure branding and promotion of the Michigan National Guard through strategic communication
• Assist in responding to media requests for information, executed media escorts, and author press releases
• Mentor, train, and advise leaders, peer and subordinate personnel in Public Affairs matters
• Oversees and directs work activities of personnel assigned to the JFHQ-PA office

National Guard Bureau, Arlington, VA

• Managed, analyzed, and resolved complex and detailed issues in 400+ U.S. Army and Air Force cases
• Conducted intake, gathered pertinent data and information, and assessed referrals and complaints relating to various alleged statutory and policy violations, including fraud, waste, and abuse
• Maintained confidentiality of complainants and subjects
• Provided investigative support the investigations team assisting in timely resolution of complaints
• Delivered clear and accurate notes as a record of interviews
• Provided timely communication to relevant parties during the investigative process

Air National Guard Readiness Center

• Served as Public Affairs Advisor to the Command Chief of the Air National Guard
• Strategically communicated with service members nationwide highlighting their significant events and accomplishments
• Managed social media output substantially increasing followers
• Attended large-scale, nationwide events providing video production, news, and social media coverage
• Supported the mission of the Command Chief Master Sergeant to the National Guard by strategically expanding nationwide outreach through the production and publication of numerous videos
• Consistently and enthusiastically contributed video production services above and beyond job description for use in both civilian and DOD social media outlets

Arlington, VA

• Supported the public affairs mission of the Chief of the National Guard Bureau and his Senior Enlisted Advisor by providing expert photography, videography, and correspondence services
• Significant travel assignments providing photojournalist services at high-visibility events and activities
• Produced numerous stories with supporting images for DOD and civilian media outlets
• Amplified the National Guard Bureau’s Diversity Division through Guard and DOD senior leaders, resulting in significant improvements to the effectiveness and success of the Diversity Division
• Proactively conducted outreach seeking innovative ways to accomplish the mission of the Command Information Branch

110th Airlift Wing, Battle Creek MI

• Served as base photographer for service members’ credentials and documentation, official events, and ceremonies
• Created and disseminated newsletters and publications with strategical communications to 900+ service members base-wide
• Deployment to Afghanistan, Mobile Public Affairs Advisory Team (2011-2012)o Planned and executed outside-the-wire training and advisory missions to the Afghan National Forces, resulting in more than 420 training hours.

Battle Creek, MI

• Security Forces Craftsman, 110th Fighter Wing, 2001 – 2008
• Activated for 14 months for Operations Noble Eagle and Enduring Freedom (Bahrain)
• Leads, manages, and performs force protection duties, including use of deadly force to protect personnel and resources
• Protects conventional weapons systems and other resources
• Performs air base defense functions contributing to the force protection mission
• Controls and secures terrain inside and outside military installations

Vicksburg, MI

• Acting Chief of Police during two long-term absences, lieutenant, sergeant, patrol officer
• Day-to-day duties included: supervision of cadre of police officers; reviewed police reports and referred matters for prosecution; prepared and presented warrants to, and briefed, judges; ensured placement of warrants.
• Developed electronic evidence log for chain of evidence documentation
• Purged and disposed of evidence per policies and statutes
• Managed, maintained, organized and scheduled training requirements for officers
• Vetted officer candidates and conducted background investigations

Inspector-Instructor Staff, Battle Creek MI

Battle Creek, MI

Bachelor Of Applied Science, Leadership

Aas, Public Affairs

Aas, Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement

Property Room Management (International Association of Property and Evidence) Community Crime Prevention Physical Crime Prevention.

Certificates Of Completion, Military

Dept. of Defense Whistleblower Reprisal Investigation course U.S. Army Inspector General course Air Force Inspector General course Senior.