Captain
Fort Riley, Ks
Protocol OfficerAssist with compiling guest lists which adhere to regulations governing representational events. Assist in the execution of protocol procedures for seating at formal events, receiving lines, formal introductions, as well as timing and logistics for all events. Help select menus, paying careful attention to dietary, social, religious and cultural restrictions. Be part of the team responsible for requesting and receiving bids, selecting contractors and managing many different types of vendors and services, including caterers, florists, waiters, musicians. Executive Officer Selected above peers to serve as second-in-command of a 110 personnel organization. Managed the organizations operational, logistical and operational functions. Responsible for the maintenance and accountability of vehicles, trailers, generators, weapons and other pieces of equipment valued in excess of $120,000,000. Coordinated and resourced for numerous training events. Oversaw and facilitated the logistics of Army Restructuring for personnel, and $900,000,000 worth of equipment.Brigade Chemical Officer Selected above peers to serve as 4th Infantry Brigade Chemical Officer. Managed the monthly Brigade Unit Status and Readiness report for 3200 people, and $900,000,000 worth of equipment. Oversaw and advised 20 Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear safety equipment programs. Chemical Platoon LeaderManaged and trained more than 60 personnel. Planned, coordinated and executed multiple Chemical training events. Responsible for readiness, maintenance and accountability of vehicles, weapons and equipment valued in excess of $7,500,000. Lead and managed a Dismounted Reconnaissance Hazmat platoon by maintaining equipment and attaining new equipment and coordinated new training to maximize the effectiveness of the organization. Accumulated over 6 months of DOD Chemical Hazmat training.