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Fort Belvoir, Virginia

The 249th Engineer Battalion (Prime Power) is a versatile power generation battalion assigned to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that provides commercial-level power to military units and federal relief organizations during full-spectrum operations. The organization is charged with the rapid provision of Army generators to support worldwide requirements.The battalion consists of a headquarters and headquarters company, four Prime Power line companies (A, B, C & D), and the Prime Power School.Each platoon has the capability to produce approximately 3 megawatts of power at 4160 volts (medium voltage.) The newly fielded individual generator size is 840 kilowatts (kW). These medium voltage generators require transformers to convert the voltage to a user level (120/208/277/480 volts). The Executive Officer oversees the staff in its planning, support, and execution of the variety of missions the battalion conducts including: electrical power requirement assessment, power production; transformer inspection and test analysis; maintenance and repair of power plants, substations, and government owned or managed transmission and distribution systems, circuit breaker and relay maintenance; infrared surveys, medium-voltage electrical contractor oversight, and training for personnel to operate and maintain prime power distribution and generation equipment.

Fort Belvoir, Va

The 249th Engineer Battalion (Prime Power) is a versatile power generation battalion assigned to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that provides commercial-level power to military units and federal relief organizations during full-spectrum operations. The organization is charged with the rapid provision of Army generators to support worldwide requirements.The battalion consists of a headquarters and headquarters company, four Prime Power line companies (A, B, C & D), and the Prime Power School.Each platoon has the capability to produce approximately 3 megawatts of power at 4160 volts (medium voltage.) The newly fielded individual generator size is 840 kilowatts (kW). These medium voltage generators require transformers to convert the voltage to a user level (120/208/277/480 volts). The Operations Officer oversees the planning and execution of the variety of missions the battalion conducts including: electrical power requirement assessment, power production; transformer inspection and test analysis; maintenance and repair of power plants, substations, and government owned or managed transmission and distribution systems, circuit breaker and relay maintenance; infrared surveys, medium-voltage electrical contractor oversight, and training for personnel to operate and maintain prime power distribution and generation equipment.

Us Army Corps Of Engineers, Washington, D.C.

Executive Officer to Maj. Gen. Richard L. Stevens, Deputy Chief of Engineers and Deputy Commanding General of the US Army Corps of Engineers, a Major Command (MACOM) with an annual budget of more than $40billion and more than 36,000 DA Civilians and Soldiers who provide world-wide engineering, environmental and installation support to the US Army, Combatant Commanders, Department of Defense, federal agencies, and other regional, state, and local governments. As Executive Officer coordinated and synchronized travel and support for all other calendar events for the DCoE/DCG. Also provided adjutant support by preparing, reviewing, and submitting personnel evaluation reports while managing the DCG's evaluation report profile. Supervised the DCG's personal staff and provided administrative support as required.

Sfs Security Studies Program, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.

The General Wayne A. Downing Scholarship program offers select Army Officers, from all commissioning sources in the Maneuver, Fires, and Effects branches, the opportunity to attend a fully funded graduate education at top-tier universities around the world. The Downing Scholars program provides horizon-broadening educational programs and immersion experiences centered on issues of terrorism, insurgency and other threats to our nation’s security. Named after General Wayne A. Downing, U.S. Army (Retired), this program seeks to extend General Downing’s legacy to a new generation of officers who will be front and center in the fight against violent extremism. This Downing Scholars program is a result of the vision, generosity and commitment to the nation’s security of Mr. Vincent Viola, a West Point graduate and national business leader.

Sfs, Security Studies Program, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.

Georgetown University’s Security Studies Program (SSP) is the academic pillar of the Center for Security Studies (CSS) and one of eight master’s degree programs offered in the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS). SSP is a multidisciplinary course of study designed to prepare graduates for positions within the defense and security fields. The program's overarching mission is to produce a new generation of analysts, policymakers, and scholars fully knowledgeable about the range of international and national security problems and foreign policy issues of the 21st Century. The M.A. curriculum of the Security Studies Program (SSP) gives its graduates a solid grounding in the concepts, history, and substance of national and international security problems; as well as the skills to conduct original research and analysis on contemporary security issues.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Deputy Public Affairs Officer for XVIII Airborne Corps and Fort Bragg. Responsible for implementing and overseeing public affairs policy, marketing, strategic communications, command information and crisis management for the fifth largest city in North Carolina and largest Army installation. Served as a strategic public affairs communication planner. Assisted in the oversight, development and execution of Corps and Garrison communication programs and campaigns. Assisted in the development, coordination and execution for the Fort Bragg command information, media relations, and external outreach programs, including web and social media components. Assisted in coordinating, and implementing media relations and community relations strategies that promoted understanding of the mission and contributions of the XVIII Airborne Corps and Fort Bragg. Served as a spokesperson for Fort Bragg. Coordinated public affairs product posted on Fort Bragg’s public website, social media sites and other media product distribution venues. Assisted in implementation of media relations strategies for key issues such as undetermined infant deaths and atheist group formation at Fort Bragg. Implemented crisis communication using Facebook and the public website during the severe weather and other significant events. Coordinated media embeds including support of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell Repeal unit training, media production of Starting Strong and the Chief of Staff of the Army’s Annual Video and visit by the President and First Lady to Fort Bragg.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Company Commander in an Airborne Combat Engineer Battalion supporting 20th Engineer Brigade. Develops junior leaders and responsible for the leadership, supervision, health, welfare, morale, discipline, technical and tactical combat readiness of 280 Soldiers of diverse military operational specialties. Responsible for maintaining readiness and accountability of $4.2 million of homestation property and $30 million of Theater Provided Equipment. Responsible for coordinating and tracking training and combat missions, personnel and logistics support, low density operations, maintenance and combat patrols. Conducts joint combined partnership training and construction to develop self-reliant Iraqi Army Engineers. Responsible for fostering good relations, unit involvement and readiness through family readiness group. Responsible for the reset and transformation of the company from a Headquarters and Headquarters Company to a Headquarters Company.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Company Commander in an Airborne Combat Engineer Battalion supporting 20th Engineer Brigade, 194th EN BDE(CSB) and U.S. Forces Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom 09-11. Develops junior leaders and responsible for the leadership, supervision, health, welfare, morale, discipline, technical and tactical combat readiness of 280 Soldiers of diverse military operational specialties. Responsible for maintaining readiness and accountability of $4.2 million of homestation property and $30 million of Theater Provided Equipment. Responsible for coordinating and tracking training and combat missions, personnel and logistics support, low density operations, maintenance and combat patrols. Conducts joint combined partnership training and construction to develop self-reliant Iraqi Army Engineers. Responsible for fostering good relations, unit involvement and readiness through family readiness group. Responsible for providing support to the seven companies containing 1,000+ Soldiers and Airmen of Joint Task Force Eagle.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Battalion Public Affairs Officer for a 677 Soldier Combat Airborne Engineer Battalion while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Responsible for establishing public affairs support to the 1000+ Soldier and Airmen Joint Task Force Eagle. Responsible for public affairs product acquisition, production, dissemination and analysis. Responsible for public affairs coordination between the battalion to brigade and U.S. Forces Iraq headquarters as well as establishing connections to support local Iraqi media coverage of significant Joint Task Force Eagle engineer operations.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Battalion S4-Logistics Officer for a 677 Soldier Combat Airborne Engineer Battalion supporting 20th Engineer Brigade, XVIII Airborne Corps at Fort Bragg, NC and while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Responsible for monitoring the requisition, distribution and accountability of all classes of supply and budget to resource battalion logistics operations. Enforces Command Supply Discipline; supervises Battalion Unit Movement Officer and Leave Behind Equipment Induction; supervises Property Book Officer and coordinates with battalion Maintenance Officer to monitor the receipt, storage, issue and maintenance of over 300 pieces of wheeled and engineer equipment, sensitive items, and other equipment valued in excess of $200 million. Responsible for the welfare and training of two junior officers, one non- commissioned officer and five enlisted Soldiers. Responsible for supporting the battalion deployment to the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, CA for rotation 09-05 and to Joint Base Balad, Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Battalion S4-Logistics Officer for a 580 Soldier Combat Airborne Engineer Battalion supporting 20th Engineer Brigade, XVIII Airborne Corps. Supervises the battalion maintenance program consisting of over 300 pieces of wheeled and engineer equipment, sensitive items, and other equipment valued in excess of $100 million. Monitors equipment readiness trends, recommends and implements solutions for battalion-wide maintenance problems and inspects company and direct support unit maintenance activities for compliance with issued guidlines. Areas of special emphasis include enrolling the battalion's equipment in the Army's RESET/re-integration program, monitoring compliance with EPA regulations, maintaining the battalion fleet at 10/20 standards with an Operational Status above the Army's 90% standard, and the implementation and supervision of contract maintenance. Responsible for supporting the battalion deployment to the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, CA for rotation 09-05.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Public Affairs Team Leader in the 22nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment supporting XVIII Airborne Corps at Ft. Bragg, N.C. and the 82nd Airborne Division, CJTF-82 during Operation Enduring Freedom VIII. Provides tactically and technically proficient leadership to team in garrison and combat. Responsible for the supervision, training, health, welfare, morale, discipline and combat readiness of four print and video journalists and their families. Responsible for media product acquisition, production, dissemination, management, tracking and quality control of video and print products supporting the commander's Strategic Communications program and command information in garrison and deployed environments. Responsible for maintaining accountability of over $500,000 of mission essential print and video journalism equipment. Additionally serves as MPAD maintenance, personnel and plans officer.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Battalion Adjutant for a 570 Soldier combat airborne engineer battalion supporting the worldwide crisis response mission of the 20th Engineer Brigade and the XVIII Airborne Corps. Primary staff advisor to the Battalion Commander. Responsible for the management and administration of all functional areas to include personnel accounting, strength reporting, personnel database management, finance, promotions, evaluations, morale support, awards, main and legal actions. Provides direct supervision, training, and counseling for a seven-Soldier Personnel Administration Center. Manager of all unit personnel programs to include duty rosters, ceremonies, education, health and safety. Assists, plans and supports Battalion Family Readiness Group activities. Serves as the Unit Postal Officer, Unit Publication Officer and Unit Historian.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Executive Officer for a 183 Soldier Headquarters and Headquarters Company in an Airborne Combat Engineer Battalion during Operation Iraqi Freedom supporting the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). Responsible for the training, morale, and welfare of 20 Soldiers in the operations, supply, arms room, maintenance, NBC, and medical sections. Responsible for the company's equipment, supply, and personnel readiness. Directs and oversees all maintenance, supply, and dining facility operations. Coordinates resources for unit training, contingency missions, and special events. Develops, implements and maintains standing operating procedures. Assumes command responsiblity in the absence of the commander. Additional duties include: NBC Officer, Arms Room Officer, Supply Officer, Training Officer, Unit Movement Officer, Environmental Compliance Officer and Safety Officer.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Platoon Leader of a 37 Soldier Airborne Light Equipment Platoon which provides mobility and countermobility, survivability, and general engineer support to the XVIII Airborne Corps world-wide contingency deployment force. Responsible for the training, health, welfare, and morale of 37 Soldiers. Responsible for the maintenance, accountability and employment of 41 pieces of combat engineer equipment including: five DEUCEs, three Loaders, three Graders, three Scrapers, six SEEs, three Rollers and one Crane along with sets, kits and outfits valued in excess of $7.8 million. Appointed additional duties include construction officer, tax advisor, voting assistance officer and NBC officer.

Fort Bragg, Nc

Platoon Leader of a 12 Soldier Maintenance Platoon in an Airborne Combat Engineer Battalion in support of XVIII Airborne Corps contingency forces, capable of deploying anywhere in the world in 96 hours. Responsible for the tracking of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for all company equipment to include 20 M998s, 12 FMTVs, 9 dump trucks, 22 trailers, and 12 generators. Responsible for the health, welfare, training and fitness of 12 Soldiers including 3 Non-Commissioned Officers. Prepares the long range service calendar, ensures services are placed on the company training schedule and coordinates with 10 sections for all maintenance issues. Conducts monthly AMSS review and quarterly demand analysis of the PLL, recommending changes to the commander. Responsible for over $1 million of equipment including 13 general mechanics tool boxes, an M998 HMMWV, and FMTV Wrecker.

Ma, Security Studies, Security Studies

Georgetown University’s Security Studies Program (SSP) is the academic pillar of the Center for Security Studies (CSS) and one of eight.

International Intelligence And Security Studies Summer Program, Twenty-First Century Perspectives On Intelligence And The Modern Nation-State

The ISI Program explores contemporary and future challenges and practice, statecraft and the interlocking themes of intelligence.

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The United States Army Command and General Staff College (CGSC) educates and develops leaders for full spectrum joint, interagency.

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The Defense Information School, or DINFOS, is a United States Department of Defense (DoD) school located at Fort George G. Meade.

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Ms, Geology And Geophysics

Missouri S&T is one of the nation’s top technological research universities. The Geology and Geophysics program is accredited by the North.

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Bs, Animal Science - Molecular And Cell Biology

Activities and Societies: Employment: Genetics Lab Assistant, Dr. Sue DeNise, Animal Science Department (1997-2001) General Biology Lab.