David Haight Email & Phone Number

Hurlburt Field, Florida, United States

Instructor for the United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). Instructs AFSOC personnel/students in various tactical skillsets including rifle and pistol marksmanship, tactical combat casualty care, small unit tactics (Air Force defensive ground tactics), close quarters combat, land navigation, active shooter response, expeditionary aircraft security, and threat-based defensive driving

Hurlburt Field, Florida, United States

Instructor for the United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). Instructed AFSOC personnel/students in various tactical skillsets including rifle and pistol marksmanship, tactical combat casualty care, small unit tactics (Air Force defensive ground tactics), close quarters combat, land navigation, active shooter response, expeditionary aircraft security, and threat-based defensive driving.

Platteville, Colorado, United States

Member of a US Department of Energy (DOE) Security Protective Force providing armed security and emergency response at a DOE site for the protection of special nuclear material and DOE personnel. Certified as a Security Police Officer with limited arrest and law enforcement powers on Federal Government DOE sites. Maintained a high level of physical fitness, proficiency in armed security duties, and weapons proficiency with the M4 rifle and Glock 22 handgun. Maintained a DOE “L” (Secret) clearance.

United States, Centcom Ao

Team member on a Department of Defense (DoD) project located in the US Central Command area of responsibility. Conducted full spectrum security operations as part of an elite special purpose team, supporting DoD programs and interagency operations in the field. Advised DoD officials on required security, weapons, and communications systems necessary to conduct specialized missions in support of operations in hostile locations. Rigorously screened for selection and singled out for exemplary professionalism, strong character, and superior communication skills. Conducted annual re-qualifications that included communications, medical, firearms, driving, and surveillance operations. Maintained weapons proficiency on all DoD provided weapons, close quarters battle, and protective security details. Additionally, served as an instructor for specific program requalification training covering close quarters battle, marksmanship, and close personal protection. Security clearance Top Secret/SCI.

Fort Irwin, California, United States

Prepared and developed products and plans which facilitated interoperability, integration, and interdependence between Conventional and Special Operations Forces (SOF) during Brigade Combat Team Decisive Action Training Exercise Scenarios and other specialized exercises as required at the National Training Center (NTC) at Fort Irwin, CA.• Planned, coordinated, and integrated grammatically and doctrinally correct Special Operations and exercise control products including Special Operations Joint Task Force (SOJTF) Operations Orders, Fragmentary Orders, Task Orders, Target Folders, and Special Operations Intelligence Summaries.• During NTC rotations, served as an Operations/Intelligence representative in a replicated SOJTF Headquarters within the NTC Tactical Operations Center.• Facilitated communication between the SOF rotational unit, the United States Army Special Operations Command, and the NTC.• Assisted with scripting SOF scenarios and SOF exercise injects using current doctrine and SOF best practices.• Supported the integration of Special Operations training within the Army and Department of Defense joint training community.

Rancho Cucamonga, Ca

Assistant Wrestling Coach for Los Osos High School in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Assisted the Head Coach with instructing student athletes in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques involved with the sport of wrestling. Conducted various group practice activities including physical conditioning and technique instruction while maintaining prescribed standards of safety. Assisted the Head Coach in the logistical planning and running of training schedules, competitions, and tournaments.

Corona, Ca

Performed routine maintenance on Pathology laboratory equipment by conducting preventive maintenance, troubleshooting problems, maintaining supply inventory levels, and restocking laboratory storeroom. Assisted the Laboratory Manager with timely delivery and labeling of surgical specimens to facilitate a 24-hour turnaround to clients for specimen diagnosis. Conducted accurate data entry of specimens and associated patient information into computer systems. Handled dangerous chemicals and disposed of hazardous waste in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Hunter Army Airfield, Ga / Afghanistan / Iraq / Syria

Squad Leader of a Ranger Rifle Squad. Prepared a squad of Rangers to deploy to a tactical environment worldwide within 18 hours of notification. Responsible for the well-being, mentorship, and collective training of a 9-man Rifle Squad to conduct light infantry, Ranger, and Special Operations missions in support of US foreign policy and strategic objectives. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of assigned weapon systems and associated equipment valued in excess of $250,000. Responsible for the professional development and ensuring the tactical proficiency of subordinate leaders and Rangers. Fulfilled additional responsibilities as a Jumpmaster, Company Equal Opportunity Leader, Range Safety Officer, Emergency Medical Technician and Platoon Master Breacher.• Led a Ranger Rifle Squad in partnership with a 42-man Afghan Special Operations Platoon against 16 high value Taliban and Haqqani targets in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Resolute Support in Afghanistan.• Graduated in the top 20% of the class from the Army’s Infantry Advanced Leader Course.• Displayed exemplary skills in interpersonal communication and collaboration by training two foreign military platoons in Special Operations and small unit tactics as part of Operation Swift Response in Europe.• Selected above 18 peers and trusted to exercise sound judgment as a Company Equal Opportunity Leader in training 150 soldiers on Army policy regarding equal opportunity and anti-discrimination standards.• Led a Ranger Rifle Squad in planning and conducting over 30 missions as part of a Joint Special Operations Task Force in the fight against the Islamic State in Support of Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq and Syria.• Coordinated with joint partners, contractors, and government agencies in support of Operation Inherent Resolve to achieve 100% mission success in a politically restrictive combat environment.

Hunter Army Airfield, Ga / Afghanistan

Team Leader of a Ranger Fire Team within a Ranger Rifle Squad. Responsible for the well-being, mentorship, and collective training of a 4-man Fire Team. Assisted the Squad Leader with collective training and execution of light infantry, Ranger, and Special Operations missions in support of US foreign policy and strategic objectives. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of assigned weapon systems and associated equipment valued in excess of $150,000. Responsible for the professional development and ensuring the tactical proficiency of subordinate Rangers. Fulfilled additional responsibilities as a Range Safety Officer, Emergency Medical Technician and Platoon Master Breacher.• Led a Ranger Fire Team in planning and conducting over 15 Special Operations raids against Taliban and Haqqani targets in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.• In 2013, conducted multiple high-risk night raids over a 3 month period that entirely disrupted and dismantled the Taliban network operating in the Kandahar province of Afghanistan.• Graduated in the top 20% of the class from the Army’s Warrior Leader Course.• Completed the 75th Ranger Regiment’s Master Breacher course, gaining the skills, knowledge, and judgment to apply all levels of tactical breaching during complex and sensitive combat operations.• Collaborated with and trained Afghan Special Operations Forces in preparation for their partnership to American Special Operations Forces in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.• Resolved conflict between Afghan and American counterparts and implemented systems of accountability that were essential during preparations for combat operations using interpreters, open communication, persuasion, and cultural sensitivity.

Hunter Army Airfield, Ga / Afghanistan

Member of a Ranger Rifle Squad within a Ranger Rifle Platoon. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of assigned weapon system and associated equipment. Prepared to deploy to a tactical environment worldwide within 18 hours of notification to conduct light infantry, Ranger, and Special Operations missions in support of US Foreign Policy.• Graduated from the Ranger Assessment and Selection Program to become a member of the elite 75th Ranger Regiment, the United States Army’s premier direct action raid force.• On multiple occasions, adapted to complex and dynamic situations that required sound judgment and adherence to training standards when required to treat casualties, maneuver on enemy positions through restrictive terrain, and accomplish sensitive missions while under fire and against heavy enemy resistance.• Conducted over 150 Special Operations raids to kill or capture Taliban, Haqqani, and Al Qaeda leaders in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.• Decorated for valorous actions against armed enemies of the United States while conducting combat operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.• In 2011, participated in the longest sustained firefight of the war in Afghanistan that resulted in 108 enemy killed in action, including multiple high level Taliban commanders.• Displayed initiative in developing tactical proficiency, a high level of physical readiness, and displayed leadership among junior soldiers to be selected from among peers to attend the US Army Ranger Course.• As a junior enlisted soldier, adapted to physically and mentally demanding situations and displayed leadership necessary to graduate from the US Army Ranger Course – the Army’s premier leadership school.• As a junior enlisted soldier, displayed initiative in medical proficiency and tactical combat casualty care and was selected to undergo civilian certification through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

Hunter Army Airfield, Ga / Afghanistan / Iraq / Syria

Served as an Infantryman assigned to Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Held duty positions within a Ranger Rifle Platoon including Grenadier, Automatic Rifleman, Machine Gun Team Leader, Fire Team Leader, and Squad Leader.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), With Honors, Homeland Security, 3.96 Gpa

Comprehensive curriculum in the basics of terrorism, counterterrorism, hazard management, intelligence, and other components of national.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Varsity Wrestling, JROTC

Education record

Activities and Societies: Varsity wrestling, Junior Varsity Soccer