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Assisted with the establishment and maintaining of a direct link with ARCENT G3 TREXAssisted TREX with training developmentServed as a MPRI SME between MPRI-KOCT and ARCENTMaintained situational awareness training requirements, and requested information through the appropriate ARCENT staff section to units in theaterInterfaced with the CJTF Command Group, and staff involved in training initiativesManaged the development of training infantry tactics, check point operations, security, close quarter combat and convoy operationTrained soldiers on Long rang shooting 700 meter to 1100 meter M4, M16A2, MK19, 249SAW, 240G, 240B, 50 CAL AK47 RPK and the PKM solutions to tactical problems facing friendly forces in the AOR. Perform all 3 level of weapon maintenance and repair along with inspection and test firing. Maintained a detail and accurate awareness of the training status of all training support efforts conducted and provided by ARCE

Trained the new Iraqi soldiers on Infantry tactics, check point operations, security, close quarter combat and convoy operationTrained soldiers on M4, M16A2, MK19, 249SAW, 240G and the 240B, 50 CAL AK47 RPK and the PKM High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) Egress Assistance Trainer (HEAT) Qualified 6 Battalion cycles of trainees, utilizing 11 (Worldwide) Interpreter/Translator professionals. Developed and executed tri-lingual training programs and curriculum for Iraqi Army Trainee Program as well as Iraqi Army Trainer’s CourseTrained over 200 soldiers per cycle on Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) CertificationTrained Afghans on Afghanistan and Explosive Device Defeat (IEDD) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) ImprovisedDeveloped over 25 multilingual training packages and programs of instructionMaintained a > 93% retention rate

Supervised 83 maintenance technicians (Assembly and Axle) shiftsConducted daily maintenance equipment inspections.Directed adjustments and repairs as neededResponsible for routine safety inspection of all work areasReviewed and maintained automated maintenance recordsGenerated maintenance and equipment status reportsMaintained an operational readiness of 97% for all assigned equipmentMaintained a > 98% productivity rate

A Co 1/187 Inf

Alpha Company, 1/187th Battalion, 101st Airborne Infantry Division, US ArmyPerformed as Company Operations ManagerSupervised and managed >130 Infantry/ Air Assault Airborne soldiersMentored and evaluated company’s platoon level leadershipReviewed and maintained automated personnel and maintenance recordsEstablished priorities and prepared maintenance reportsEnsured policies and procedures were implemented and followedMaintained a quarterly budget of $200,000Maintained a readiness rate of 95% (5% above readiness standard)Maintained a perfect safety recordPrimarily responsible for scheduling and selecting the modes of transportation for personnel and equipmentRequests and coordinates transport capability to meet a movement missionPrepares transportation movements documents and related forms for the type of shipment and mode of travelRequests, coordinates, and monitors movement schedules and programs; ensures transport capability is appropriate, cost effective, and meets mission requirements

Served as the Tactical Safety Non-commissioned Officer (NCO) Provided safety and force protection consultations for combat organizations of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), the 5th Special Forces Group, and the 160th Special Operations Aviation RegimentSupported combat and combat training operationsProvided risk management training and acted as chief safety officer for night operations, joint exercises, air assault operations, and re-supply to include storage, handling, transport, and use of explosives and ammunitionsPersonally led over 50 high risk force protection missions resulting in zero incidents

Managed an organization responsible for training 250 personnel in consecutive 8 week cyclesDirected and evaluated the day-to-day performance of 10 supervisors. Ensured policies and procedures were followedResponsible for handling all administrative actionsManaged an annual budget of $110,000Rated #1 Manager among 5 other peersHand selected by Supervisor as a Committee Operations Sergeant

Held various assignments of increasing responsibility from basic employee to managerResponsible for the supervision and training of up to 50 personnelConsistently promoted ahead of peers for demonstrated proficiency and leadership abilitiesCompleted Supervisors’ Workshop

Education record

Education record

Expert Infantry Badge