US Army National Guard — Current Assignment: Operations NCO for 2 Battalion 218 Field ArtilleryPrevious assignments include: Readiness/Admin for Btry B, 2 Battalion 218 Field Artillery (FWD); Readiness/Admin for Btry C, 2 Battalion 218 Field Artillery; Training/Admin NCO for Btry B, 2 Battalion 218 Field Artillery; Oregon State Pre-Mobilization Training Assistant Element / Deployments: Qatar, (2019-2020), Iraq (2009-2010), Afghanistan (2006-2007)Artillery, May 2007 to PresentInfantry, February 2005 to May 2007Currently serve as the Battalion Operations NCO for 2-218 Field Artillery. Previously conducted Unit Readiness while deployed in support of Operation Spartan Shield. Prior to Qatar deployment, held Gunnery Sergeant position in the Artillery. Conducted battlefield operations and provided area/convoy security during overseas assignment in Iraq (Operation Iraqi Freedom), and Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom). Earned consistent commendations for devotion to duty with citations for excellence in rapidly resolving crisis situations, upholding law and order, relating effectively with culturally diverse populations and protecting property and lives.Fulfilled a range of duties for both combat and peacekeeping missions. Gained proficiencies and experience in: Conducting convoy operations/cross-training units as a relief/reporting information of potential intelligence value/supervising dismounted patrols/developing and refining standard operating procedures/report writing/conducting patrol debriefs.Selected above peers to become Convoy Commander, lead over 36 combat missions in Iraq, met every objective with positive results.
Listed skills include Firearms Safety And Handling, Offensive/Defensive Tactics, Army Certified Instructor, Counterinsurgency Training, and 45 others.