- Employed innovative strategies to ensure continuity of care when aging facilities and breakdowns resulted in unexpected shutdowns.
- Utilized expertise and experience to enhance Battery Training Room operations, aligning processes with Battalion objectives and Commander’s intent.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness to meet shipping deadlines by coordinating with sister units for resource sharing, leading to the adoption of new shop procedures.
- Leveraged CBRN knowledge and experience to obtain the required isopropyl alcohol for conducting 127 tests with the Protective Assessment Test System.
- Salvaged parts for two mission-critical STTs, resulting in 100% equipment validation and mission success during CSTX 86-19-03.
- Attained certification as a tactical commander of 11 military vehicles, enhancing unit mobility and ensuring additional manpower resources.
- Adapted civilian parts to work on TPE Gators and Polaris when the original parts were unavailable, preventing mission limitations due to equipment conditions.
- Utilized all available resources and support to eliminate delays in GCSS-Army processing, ensuring sustained organizational aviation maintenance capabilities.
- Applied knowledge and expertise as a maintenance supervisor to ensure successful mission completion by engineer assets.
- Introduced unconventional procedures while maintaining sound judgment, exemplifying the qualities of an innovative leader.
- Performed roles interchangeably between day and night shifts through relentless mental agility, exemplifying outstanding NCO performance.
- Selected above peers to participate in TM validation for the VSAT and AN/ASM-146F, contributing to improved accuracy of current publications for CMF 94.
- Drafted the first electronic maintenance SOP for their section, improving efficiency by 50% through the removal of outdated procedures.
- Pursued educational goals by enrolling in an MBA program at the University of Incarnate Word.
- Handpicked to serve as a squad leader, demonstrating exceptional leadership capabilities.
- Displayed mental agility by quickly grasping CFDPIC concepts and timely earning 8 identifiers.
- Guided and mentored soldiers in the completion of their respective SSD courses and CFDPIC.
- Achieved “Triple Payoff” objectives during the rating period: Training Readiness, Future Force Development, and Interoperability.
- Assisted the commander in battle tracking the Troop during NTC OPFOR rotation, sending timely and accurate reports to higher command.
- Applied their skills as a Patriot Master Gunner to oversee all battery training and serve as a subject matter expert.
- Pursued challenges by becoming the only Battery First Sergeant in the battalion to pursue certification as a Tactical Control Assistant.
- Utilized their Army knowledge to prepare soldiers for promotion boards, achieving a 100% pass rate throughout their entire term as 1SG.
- Demonstrated personal tact and ingenuity in handling sensitive personnel matters.
- Implemented STEP methodology with a comprehensive focus, resulting in clear guidance and reduced IG investigations.
- Recognized and balanced operational and administrative actions to lead organizational transformation, exhibiting unparalleled capability.
- Successfully implemented the new NCOER for the Brigade.
- Kept up-to-date with changes in the human resources field at the national and state levels.
- Reviewed approximately 100 NCOERs for the Brigade and provided feedback to all admin NCOs.
- Facilitated all MILPO Orders and provided input to Battalion staff on correct formats and authorities.
- Supervised, planned, and conducted the Personnel Readiness Workshop, EPS boards, and six off-site RRT events.
- Approached every task with the goal of improving efficiency and quality.
- Excelled as the NCOIC of the ED during an extended absence of section leadership, maintaining seamless operations.
- Assisted in the orientation and integration of new leaders within the ED, utilizing their experience to train new NCOs to standard.
- Sought out by peers, subordinates, and superiors for guidance due to their depth of knowledge.
- Mastered all METL tasks ahead of schedule, restoring the work center to 100% qualification and deployability.
- Implemented innovative changes to the equipment room, doubling its storage capacity without compromising equipment care.
- Identified lack of shielding as the cause of intermittent failures and rectified the chronic problem, saving thousands in repair parts and time.
- Maximized the use of automation to reduce workload and eliminate delays, with new procedures adopted by the entire unit for administrative processing.
- Organized an internal command maintenance program, resulting in a 98% operational readiness rate for all team-assigned equipment.
- Demonstrated expertise as a SARSS technician, resolving system and software errors that could have hindered SSA operations and mission execution.
- Proactively implemented a program to reduce tool shortages, saving over 900 man-hours within a six-month period.
- Used tact and diplomacy while briefing Joint Service, Host Nation, and Foreign Dignitaries during deployment, increasing opportunities for cooperative training.
- Developed a unique and efficient approach for debriefing crew members returning from missions involving critically or fatally wounded soldiers.
- Revised and implemented the company’s Field Sanitation Program and SOP, transforming the inspected area from black to green.
- Synchronized a myriad of administrative, logistical, and training requirements, establishing predictability and precise planning through a dynamic and enforced battle rhythm.
- Added theater-specific trauma lanes to the Brigade CLS course, creating a realistic training environment for over 2600 deploying warriors.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully transitioning between two different weapon systems within a short notice.
- Procured an Expeditionary Deployable Oxygen Concentration System, reducing oxygen resupply time from two weeks to less than 72 hours.
- Possessed strong technical and operational knowledge in all aspects of their position, delivering superb results while filling the Maintenance Control Sergeant slot for eight months.
- Assisted in the design and planning of the expansion of FOB Salerno’s theater FARP and AHA, increasing aircraft versatility and ammunition storage capacity by 20%.
- Advanced through various duty positions, including Survey Team Member, Survey Team Chief, Reconnaissance NCO, and ultimately Operations NCO, within the 3rd CST(WMD).
- Developed concepts of support that integrated the group’s logistical capabilities, resulting in a 20% increase in unit efficiency.
- Utilized all available resources to accomplish assigned missions, consistently producing concrete results.
- Analyzed and tracked historical enemy point of origin sites, contributing to effective targeting of enemy attack zones and reducing IDF attacks by 40%.
- Demonstrated unparalleled multitasking ability, achieving outstanding results and reducing the maintenance work order backlog by 50% in less than three months.
- Embraced leadership roles with a primary focus on standards, counseling, and MEDPROS, sacrificing personal time to resolve soldiers’ issues.
- Inherited a sub-standard Maintenance Control program and made improvements that exceeded Brigade standards.
- Displayed sound judgment in overseeing unit property book issues in the absence of a PBO officer.
- Showed extraordinary initiative, consistently performing duties competently and proficiently.
- Acted independently and without specific instructions, eliminating the PMIS backlog for the first time in three years.
- Became a certified CPR instructor, leveraging their invaluable experience and technical knowledge.
- Demonstrated initiative and aptitude in tackling and completing complex missions.
- Flawlessly performed duties as acting First Sergeant of the NCO Academy, overseeing ten BNCOC classes.
- Received an Army Achievement Medal for the timely processing of NCOERs.
- Selected for the evaluation and verification of technical manuals at the contractor level, enhancing reference accuracy and
- Responded to 55 IED incidents reported by the Iraq Security Forces, securing the surrounding areas until the IEDs were neutralized.
- Selected to perform duties as Platoon Sergeant, delivering excellent results.
- Exceeded course standards with an academic average of 98% at Battle Staff NCO School.
- Demonstrated exceptional competence, consistently performing all assigned duties above expected standards.
- Received excellent ratings on NBC during Brigade Command inspections.
- Constantly seeks self-improvement, displaying a willingness to grow, learn, and improve.
- Selected to train the Royal Saudi Air Defense Force during Desert Storm.
- Chosen by the Scuba Team to train 1st Group Pre-scuba course.
- Received five outstanding classroom evaluations during the reporting period.
- Implemented a proactive program to reduce tool shortages, resulting in over 900 saved man-hours within a six-month period.
- Reduced waiting period for Computerized Tomography exams from two months to one day.
- Ranked third in the FORSCOM maintenance excellence award program.
- Selected for cross-training as the next Motor Sergeant over peers.
- Consistently displayed a high degree of technical knowledge in maintenance.
- Achieved an outstanding rating in publications management during Brigade Organizational Inspection.
- Earned the M60 MG Master qualification, placing in the top 10% of the Division’s NCOs.
- Earned the Recruiter Gold Badge at Colorado Springs post in less than 12 months.
- Served as the senior medical advisor in support of tactical convoy operations and close quarters combat live fire ranges during OIF 2.
- Demonstrated dexterity and competence, leading to their selection as a Flight Instructor over six of their peers for the unit’s Aircrew Training Program.
- Earned a third Air Medal for exemplary performance in combat and dedication to duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
- Assisted in the medical evacuation of over 2,000 U.S. and Multi-National Coalition soldiers from MNC-I Forward Operating Bases.
- Their tactical proficiency was continually sought after by subordinates and superiors, incorporating their combat experiences to improve unit operations.
- Managed all aviation maintenance, enabling the team to accumulate over 600 combat flight hours with an operational readiness rate of over 95%.
- Their professionalism and duty performance in combat during Operation Just Cause earned them an Air Medal.
- Maintained all certifications required for transition to MOS 91W.
- Supervised the processing of 1,000 military police reports with zero errors.
- Demonstrated the ability to assume greater responsibility in the absence of supervision.
- Possesses an extensive knowledge base from previous deployments and readily highlights lessons learned.
- Serves as a vital asset in the platoon, known for their knowledge and persistence.
- Analyzed and tracked historical enemy point of origin sites, providing valuable input for lethal targeting of enemy attack zones and reducing IDF attacks by 40%.
- Exhibits unparalleled multitasking ability, consistently achieving outstanding results.
- Makes sound decisions and takes responsibility for their actions.
- Earned commendable ratings on all HAZMAT and Safety inspections.
- Their knowledge and tactical expertise while attached to an Infantry Company has contributed to the success of over 30 combat missions.
- Received a 90 percent rating on Instructor Evaluations.
- Recognized as the first unit NCO to earn I Corps Distinguished Leader status for demonstrating outstanding leadership skills.
- Selected ahead of peers to attend PLDC (Primary Leadership Development Course).
- Displays unmatched competence and ability, standing out among their peers.
- Possesses the ability to make precise and accurate decisions.
- Embraces obstacles as challenges and strives for total success.
- Awarded an ARCOM for the development of the unit’s MOS library.
- Received the TRADOC Certificate of Achievement for the First Quarter of 2003 reenlistment.
- Successfully completed the Signal Leadership Course and Special Forces Operations Course through correspondence during this period.
- Received a commendable rating during the annual CIP (Command Inspection Program) for Unit Fire Marshall duties.
- Recognized for outstanding performance during the Follow-on Test and Evaluation (FOT&E).
- Developed a database program for security that was implemented as the brigade standard.
- Received the Brigade Disciplinary Award twice for unit excellence.
- Earned a commendable rating as 1SG (First Sergeant) in all areas during the Battalion Command Inspection.
- Selected as the National Defense Transportation Association NCO of the Year out of 80 other NCOs.
Needs Improvement
- Struggled to maintain focus and productivity when multitasking, becoming overwhelmed when faced with unfamiliar tasks.
- Displayed poor judgment in Basic Leader Course, resulting in a dismissal for committing academic dishonesty.
- Failed to prioritize workload and lacked effective time management skills, showing little motivation to adapt to the work environment.
- Demonstrated reluctance to seek new experiences and professional growth, failing to develop their tactical and technical knowledge to improve their responsibilities.