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John C. Fremont High School

The SMI manages the entire program. Although they spend much of their time in the classroom, enrollment activities are a fundamental part of the job. This involves: briefings to school administrators, faculty, and community organizations to explain the program and elicit support, counseling of cadets and other students, and briefings to students from supporting junior high schools. The SMI must be involved in: community relations, liaison with other Marine Corps and civilian agencies, unit… Show more The SMI manages the entire program. Although they spend much of their time in the classroom, enrollment activities are a fundamental part of the job. This involves: briefings to school administrators, faculty, and community organizations to explain the program and elicit support, counseling of cadets and other students, and briefings to students from supporting junior high schools. The SMI must be involved in: community relations, liaison with other Marine Corps and civilian agencies, unit supply or administrative functions, career and performance counseling, and an extensive extracurricular program, such as a military ball, co-curricular competition, Cadet newspaper, drill team, color guard, parades, flag raising, retreat ceremonies, presentation of awards, fund raising activities for the unit or charitable institutions. As classroom teachers, they will typically be required to teach five out of six/seven periods of a traditional school day. The teaching load may be less. They wear their Marine Corps Uniforms while performing MCJROTC duties. The job of the SMI is not as structured as most Marine Corps jobs. Although the Marine Corps provides some guidance for managing the program, self-direction, initiative, and self-reliance are essential traits of the SMI. Show less

Suffolk, Virginia

Provide direct support to Joint Staff Training Division and leverage eLearning by conducting joint, multi-national and combined training. Improve organization's functional and special staff processes to be more efficient and effective as well as perform research and mentoring for preparatory and support activities to include planning conferences, academic seminars, event execution and post event analysis. Primary developer of Blended Learning Training Packages (BLTP) designed to support… Show more Provide direct support to Joint Staff Training Division and leverage eLearning by conducting joint, multi-national and combined training. Improve organization's functional and special staff processes to be more efficient and effective as well as perform research and mentoring for preparatory and support activities to include planning conferences, academic seminars, event execution and post event analysis. Primary developer of Blended Learning Training Packages (BLTP) designed to support Combatant Command (CCMD) individual training in preparation for Joint and combined exercises. To include, co-development of Small Group Scenario Training (SGST) designed to enhance Joint Staff functional and mission specific expertise. Assist observer trainers in crafting input to after action reviews, analyzing organizational performance as a result of a wide range of training events, to include academic seminars, operational maneuvers and simulation driven training. Provide written products to support observer collection plans as well as systemic and functional lessons learned. These lessons learned are applicable to current and emerging joint operational procedures and serve as the basis for future training requirements and to enhance joint force headquarters readiness. Show less

Camp Lejeune Region

The EWS College of Distance Education and Training Blended Seminar Program (BSP), is a Commandant of the Marine Corps initiative based on the career-level EWS resident school curriculum. The BSP emphasizes the employment of the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) in naval expeditionary operations with particular focus on maneuver warfare, combined arms and tactical decision making in order to prepare students to serve as company commanders and principle staff officers at appropriate levels in… Show more The EWS College of Distance Education and Training Blended Seminar Program (BSP), is a Commandant of the Marine Corps initiative based on the career-level EWS resident school curriculum. The BSP emphasizes the employment of the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) in naval expeditionary operations with particular focus on maneuver warfare, combined arms and tactical decision making in order to prepare students to serve as company commanders and principle staff officers at appropriate levels in the operating forces of the U.S Marine Corps. Our focus is to develop officers who think critically, solve problems and understand the capabilities and potential roles of MAGTFs in a joint-multinational and interagency environment. Show less

Suffolk, Virginia

The lead planner responsible for planning, budgeting and executing Service requested, JS J7 supported, Joint and Combined exercises. Manages service requirements by synchronizing SJTE (Service Joint Training Environment) and JNTC (Joint National Training Capability) assets with JED (Joint Exercise Division) and DTD (Deployable Training Divison) capabilities. Supports the JS J7 exercise planning efforts and supervises support for all phases of the JELC for designated exercises. This includes… Show more The lead planner responsible for planning, budgeting and executing Service requested, JS J7 supported, Joint and Combined exercises. Manages service requirements by synchronizing SJTE (Service Joint Training Environment) and JNTC (Joint National Training Capability) assets with JED (Joint Exercise Division) and DTD (Deployable Training Divison) capabilities. Supports the JS J7 exercise planning efforts and supervises support for all phases of the JELC for designated exercises. This includes managing the construction of the joint training environment in support of the Service Commander's successful achievement of operational and theater-strategic level exercise and training objectives. As required provides oversight of a multi-person support element responsible for advisement, design, and execution of the training environment and control structure. Show less

Camp Lejeune, N.C Region (Norfolk)

Four years’ experience teaching career level Marine Corps officers’ professional military education in seminar and online graduate-level courses commensurate with their grade. Subjects include expeditionary, amphibious, and combined arms operations across the range of military operations, command and control, and leadership. Received the Major General Thomas S. Jones Distance Education "Instructor of the Year" award for 2011 among sixty eligible instructors by the college leadership.

Joint Irregular Warfare Center (Jiwc), United States Joint Forces Command

Coordinated USMC support to USJFCOM's Joint Irregular Warfare Center (JIWC). Ensured that USMC considerations were incorporated into Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership Development and Education, Personnel, Facilities, and Policies across the joint force. Worked closely with USMC Center for Irregular Warfare in the conduct of this work. Ensured an understanding/ working knowledge of key DOD/ Service/ USJFCOM processes that supported/ informed joint concept development/… Show more Coordinated USMC support to USJFCOM's Joint Irregular Warfare Center (JIWC). Ensured that USMC considerations were incorporated into Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership Development and Education, Personnel, Facilities, and Policies across the joint force. Worked closely with USMC Center for Irregular Warfare in the conduct of this work. Ensured an understanding/ working knowledge of key DOD/ Service/ USJFCOM processes that supported/ informed joint concept development/ experimentation activities and when required, informed/ educated joint officer peers regarding the principles/ tenets of emerging USMC operating concepts; leveraged this knowledge to shape the development of joint concepts and prototypes. Show less

Camp Pendleton, California

Provided executive leadership to a 225 person organization as the Commanding Officer (rear) and as Executive Officer; providing administrative, training, and logistical support while in US and forward deployed to the I MEF and I MEB Command Elements. Additionally, functioned as the Higher Headquarters for the four Major Subordinate Elements; allowing the I MEF command element to execute warfighting functions in support of service and Combatant Command initiatives. Also provided deployment… Show more Provided executive leadership to a 225 person organization as the Commanding Officer (rear) and as Executive Officer; providing administrative, training, and logistical support while in US and forward deployed to the I MEF and I MEB Command Elements. Additionally, functioned as the Higher Headquarters for the four Major Subordinate Elements; allowing the I MEF command element to execute warfighting functions in support of service and Combatant Command initiatives. Also provided deployment support to deploying units to include management of deployment training and logistical resources. Re-established the Family Readiness Program for the Group and MNF-W during the deployment phase and four months later participated in the hiring process of a civilian Family Readiness Officer. Supervised/ coordinated the deployment of I MEF (Fwd) CE and I MHG; coordinated extremely smooth arrivals/departures, family reception and pre-deployment briefs for Marines, Sailors/families; developed a Warrior Transition program for OIF re-deployers. Oversaw the Block I & II instruction and training schedule preparing over 500 Marines/ Sailors and contractors for deployment to Iraq. Show less

Camp Pendleton, Ca And Camp Fallujah Iraq

Principal administrative executive for I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF) Forward (Fwd). Participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom-05-07. Coordinated and provided the administrative oversight for all I MEF (Fwd) administrative support efforts to maintain and sustain the administrative readiness of the MEF Command Element. Performed quality control on all administrative, legal and award packages requiring action by the Commanding General, the Deputy Commanding General and the Chief of Staff of… Show more Principal administrative executive for I Marine Expeditionary Force (I MEF) Forward (Fwd). Participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom-05-07. Coordinated and provided the administrative oversight for all I MEF (Fwd) administrative support efforts to maintain and sustain the administrative readiness of the MEF Command Element. Performed quality control on all administrative, legal and award packages requiring action by the Commanding General, the Deputy Commanding General and the Chief of Staff of I MEF (Fwd). Prepared correspondence for the Commanding General, the Deputy Commanding General and the Chief of Staff of I MEF (Fwd). Performed protocol duties as required during dignitary visits. Planned and coordinated the use of all Chief of Staff administrative and fiscal resources (150 K) throughout the 13 month deployment to Iraq. Show less

J7, Joint Warfighting Center, Suffolk, Virginia

Served as a Joint Observer/Trainer assigned to United States Joint Forces Command, Deployable Training Team. A well trained and highly selective unit--recruited to recognize and solve joint warfighting planning, process and organizational issues. Teamed with senior mentors to develop joint warfighting concepts and training programs.Deployed worldwide to provide training, guidance, and mentorship to Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, Joint Component Commanders and their staffs during… Show more Served as a Joint Observer/Trainer assigned to United States Joint Forces Command, Deployable Training Team. A well trained and highly selective unit--recruited to recognize and solve joint warfighting planning, process and organizational issues. Teamed with senior mentors to develop joint warfighting concepts and training programs.Deployed worldwide to provide training, guidance, and mentorship to Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, Joint Component Commanders and their staffs during the conduct of Mission Rehearsal Exercises, Staff Assistance Visits and the Joint Training Program. Served as an Information Management and Plans subject matter expert (SME) on joint, combined, and multinational operations processes and doctrine development. Regularly briefed and interacted with senior general/flag officers, and Highly Qualified Experts on strategic and operational level issues during joint operations and training exercises. Served as facilitator and presented CAPSTONE, Joint Operations Modules (JOM) course to train newly promoted flag and general officers as the next generation of joint leadership.• Experienced with joint deliberate and crisis action planning processes.• Familiar with the Commander's decision making process and knowledgeable of the processes, procedures, and activities executed by the supported battle staff in the execution of the military decision making process. • Group facilitation experience for flag officers. Experience in the compilation and presentation in both written and oral formats of lessons learned. Show less

• Assault Amphibian Officer; variety of leadership assignments (US and Overseas) • Extensive leadership and management training in various joint military schools, refining operational, organizational, and communication skills, as well as resource allocation and planning.• Provided executive leadership for the largest Marine Division in the Marine Corps as the Commanding General’s Staff Secretary. Worked directly for the Division Chief of Staff. • Special Achievements: Served in… Show more • Assault Amphibian Officer; variety of leadership assignments (US and Overseas) • Extensive leadership and management training in various joint military schools, refining operational, organizational, and communication skills, as well as resource allocation and planning.• Provided executive leadership for the largest Marine Division in the Marine Corps as the Commanding General’s Staff Secretary. Worked directly for the Division Chief of Staff. • Special Achievements: Served in Operation Desert Storm with BLT 2/2. Served in Somalia (Operations Restore Hope, Provide Hope and Continue Hope) with 24the MEU (SOC), BLT 1/2. Served in Iraq with First Marine Division and again with First Marine Expeditionary Force (Fwd). • Unquestioned integrity: able to obtain and sustain the highest level of military security clearances.• Adjunct Faculty Member United States Marine Corps College of Distance Education and Training 2000-2001 Show less

Master Of Science (Ms), Management

Completed Master of Science in Management with a specialization in Joint Military Strategy, Planning and Decision Making/Graduate.

Jpme Ii

Student JPME phase II

Ba, Poly Sci

Activities and Societies: Theta Chi Fraternity, Army ROTC