DAVID DODSON

Columbia, TN ***** US

Mobile: 931-***-****

Email: acq27v@r.postjobfree.com

Country of Citizenship: United States of America

Veteran’s Preference: 10 Pts

Highest Grade/Rank: MSG/E8

Availability: Job Type: Permanent

Work Schedule: Full Time

Desired

Locations: US-Tennessee

US-Alabama

US-Texas

Professional Objective: Safety and Occupational Specialist

Forward-thinking senior manager positioned to prevent, reduce, and eliminate harm, injury, or illness in the work environment through the expertise in product delivery, proven team management and an extensive record of innovation and success to enhance the goals of the organization.

Work Experience:

US Army South 12/2010 – 07/2011

Senior Project Manager Rank/Grade: MSG/E8

Fort Sam Houston, TX US Hours per week: 50

Salary: $54,000 Per Year

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Solicited and served a Project Manager’s role to publish a Department of the Army Pamphlet for over 2000 Department of Defense employees

DUTIES INCLUDED:

The research, development and the publication of a legally defensible, 200-page set of instructions detailing the following areas:

Unit History, Commander’s Vision, Philosophy, Mission Statement and Intent; Overseas Theater Entry Requirements (to and from: Cuba; Latin America; and South America); Counseling; Uniform and Appearance (Military and Civilian); Financial Readiness; Personnel Absences (Leave and Passes); Inspector General and Equal Opportunity Policy; Safety; Risk Management; and, Anti-terrorism within the US Army South Area of Operation.

PLANNING: Served as the sole organizer for assigned project.

Facilitated the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables

Developed the project plan, schedule and resources and developed procedures to achieve the project objectives

Incorporated a timeline with milestones and briefed a weekly status report to senior members, addressing project issues through mitigation and contingency plans

Managed project budget and quality assurance.

ACQUISITION: Liaised effectively and efficiently between Directors to ascertain up-to-date and relevant information required for submittal. Researched, analyzed, and extrapolated various forms of Army Regulations, Joint Federal Travel Regulations, Command Policies, and other required information located on the US Army South secure server.

COMMUNICATION: Collected and disseminated information by the use of telephone, email services, websites, and power point presentations; communicated daily with a wide range of individuals; implemented concepts confidently in a results-orientated manner.

WRITING: Displayed professional writing skills and ability to convey complex concepts in easy to understand terms; knowledge of grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

The new governance policy established was issued to over 2000 Department of Defense employees

The new governance policy was the first of its kind issued for US Army South

Modified and implemented new safety policy, enhancing/stressing the enforcement of current safety and risk assessment programs

Saved organizational funding by minimizing the project’s expected expense

Demonstrated abilities to manage complex and diverse requirements to complete final product within desired timeline

Comments received on performance ratings:

o“Outstanding Non-Commissioned Officer that has served honorably in all duties” Major General Simeon G. Trombitas

o “Continually looking for ways to improve self and soldiers” Army Values Comment

o“Holds ‘Service to Nation’ as a sacred duty” Army Values Comment

Supervisor: (Ret) CSM Gabriel Cerventes

Phone: 210-***-****

Permission to Contact: Yes

US Army South 09/2008 – 11/2010

Senior Investigator Rank/Grade: MSG/E8

(Regulatory Compliance) Hours per week: 50

Fort Sam Houston, TX US Salary: $54,000 Per Year

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Inspector General that served more than 2000 Department of Defense employees and family members

DUTIES INCLUDED:

Responsible for assessing each organizations ability to accomplish wartime and peacetime mission through quarterly analysis

Use the four Inspector General functions and related data bases in the performance of the Inspector General responsibilities

Led/Assisted in the execution of the Operational Inspection Program

Conducts evaluations of accidents for the subordinate units to determine unfavorable trends, cause factors and contributing conditions.

Responsible for researching, analyzing and the assimilation of various policies, laws, and regulations

Represented the Inspector General office in synchronization with command

Responsible for the evaluation, processing and request for any Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Responsible for the Inspector General accountability, training and short/long term calendars

Inspected/advised the Commander by analyzing and correlating evaluations of various functional systems such as: safety programs, training; logistics; personnel; resource management; force integration; and intelligence oversight

Assisted the Inspector General with Inspections and Investigations of fraud, waste and abuse

Responsible for establishing a new model for client filing procedures

Vehicle Maintenance/motor pool operations

Responsible for and maintained 100% accountability valued at $42,000 worth of equipment

Responsible for Security Management, Key Control, and Operational Security

Primary Hand Receipt Holder

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Developed an interactive and innovative web-site displaying Inspector General person of contacts, HOTLINE, regulations, training slides, and upcoming calendars

Improved business productivity through quarterly analysis, providing feedback and addressing sensitive issues to high-level supervisors, increasing overall quality of work by 70%

Planned, published, and supervised all electronic short/long term planning calendars

Implemented a new model for client filing procedures, creating enhanced security and a more effective method for staff to utilize

Stressed the importance of Travel Risk Planning System (TRIPS) and offered a common sense approach for all employees to utilize, creating safety consciousness throughout the command

Stressed all levels of safety programs/policy during motor pool operations and initiated corrective measures to eliminate unfavorable past trends

Diligently completed numerous complex cases and actioned countless requests for Inspector General assistance, resulting in zero deviation to regulatory compliance

Executed numerous courtesy safety and health inspections and surveys of all aspects of the facilities, equipment and practices, keeping commander’s aware of deficiencies

Oversaw and coordinated staff requirements for travel, to and from foreign countries, reducing monetary spending by 50%

Developed and refined innovative methods for improvement to staff and office procedures

Comments received on performance ratings:

o“I absolutely trust and seek his sage; experienced counsel” Major General Keith M. Huber

o“Sterling example for the NCO Corps” Major General Keith M. Huber

o“Emulates the Army VALUES” Army Values Comment

Supervisor: LTC Patrick “Bud” Budjenska

Phone: 210-***-****

Permission to Contact: Yes

US Army South 03/2007 – 08/2008

Division Supervisor Rank/Grade: MSG/E8

(G3, Operations Sergeant Major) Hours per week: 60

Fort Sam Houston, TX US Salary: $54,000 Per Year

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Served as the Operations Sergeant Major for the Deputy Chief of Staff

DUTIES INCLUDE:

Staff oversight of all training and operations in the area of responsibility encompassing 32 nations and 15 territories throughout Central and South America and the Caribbean region

Planning and publication of Warning Orders, Operation Orders and Fragmentation Orders

Building strategic alliance

Given additional task of realigning staff to support organizational change to Army Service Component Command

Responsible for management of Short/long term training calendars

Provides staff coaching and mentoring to 120 personnel

Accountability of over $4 million in equipment and the safety of personnel

Oversight of all operational-related issues, including human resources, training, conducting performance reviews, regulatory compliance, and project planning

PANAMX 08 deployment

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Brought about a new teamwork change by influencing staff members to focus communication both laterally and bilaterally increasing the team’s efforts by 55%

Commended highly by seniors on the details applied when planning

Upon arrival, seized control of an ineffective operations order format and implemented needed attention to detail, greatly increasing efficiency and incorporated a new method of dissemination throughout the organization, increasing organizational output by 65%

Selected by senior staff to assist in the development and implementation of the new organizational structure

Deployed with the US Army South, G3 in support of PANAMAX 08, remaining conscious of every employee’s wellbeing and approach to safety, resulting in zero injury/incident under extreme weather conditions

During the assessment of internal productivity, incorporated change of responsibilities for staff members that increased effectiveness by 60%

Recognized by seniors on abilities to analyze, organize, and make decisions under many types of unpredictable/complex situations

Established proactive measures for identifying and mitigating the risk involved in all current operations

Supervised and ensured that all motorists received TRIPS before any pass, leave, or TDY, resulting in zero incident/injury

Revised and managed a computer database program containing all required files for 120 personnel

Constantly ensured every employee receive a safety briefing/anti-terrorism brief before any departure CONUS or OCONUS

Received remarkable reviews by senior members on the development, publication, and presentation of countless sensitive and non-sensitive operational plans, briefings, and power point presentations

Comments received on performance ratings:

o“Unlimited potential; performed at a level well above peers” YC-03 Charles L. Littnan

o“Incredible performer; repeatedly recognized by the US Army South Commanding General for his leadership and commitment to excellence” YC-03 Charles L. Littnan

o“Possessed a superior work ethic; always prioritized mission accomplish over personal interest” Army Values Comment

Supervisor: (Ret) LTC William “Dave” Jackson

Phone: 210-***-****

Permission to Contact: Yes

172nd Stryker Brigade 05/2006 – 03/2007

Bco, 1st BN, 17th INF Rank/Grade: SFC/E7

Fairbanks, AK 99703 US Hours per week: 70

Rifle Platoon Sergeant Salary: $50,000 Per Year

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Served as a Rifle Platoon Sergeant for a 46 man Infantry Stryker platoon

DUTIES INCLUDE:

Prepare for and rapidly deploys worldwide within 96 hours

Health, welfare, morale, discipline, and training of all assigned personnel

Training on the platoon’s individual and collective tasks to standard

Provide personal and professional development

Counseling opportunities to subordinates

Serviceability, accountability, and combat readiness of vehicles and organizational equipment valued in excess of $8 million dollars

Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)

Extended combat tour of four months

Operation Together Forward (OTF)

Redeployment

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Selected by the Battalion Commander to refine Battalion SOPs for Traffic Check Zone (TZC) procedures

Selected by Battalion Commander to develop a power point presentation and to instruct a class on lessons learned used for TZC at the battalion level for incoming command during Relieve in Place/Take Over Area

Performed combat operations in over seven different neighborhoods around Baghdad during (OTF), finding five large weapon caches

Selected for Master Sergeant while serving in current duty position

Provided leadership on over 150 patrols, including participating in numerous raids, while extended in Baghdad

Sought after by other Non-Commissioned Officers in both platoon and battalion for advice and methodologies on approach to maintaining a collective team

Incorporated After Action Reviews after every patrol, enhancing Tactics, Techniques, and Practices, edifying the importance of safety to all personnel, resulting in zero deviation to guidance and no injury/incident

Coached, mentored, and developed a new 2LT to be successful as a platoon leader in combat

Maintained 100% accountability and serviceability during deployment and redeployment

Emphasis on soldiers and leaders in the platoon resulted in no serious misconduct issues during 16 month deployment

Comments received on performance ratings:

o“The best platoon sergeant I have served with in over eleven years of service” LTC Jeffery A. Kelly

o“Never falters while performing his duty; has not missed one patrol in nine months” Army Values Comment

o“Treats every soldier with dignity and respect” Army Values Comment

o“Will pick the harder right when faced with moral issues” Army Values Comment

Supervisor: Captain Kevin R. Sharp

Phone: No number

Email: acq27v@r.postjobfree.com

Permission to Contact: Yes

172nd Stryker Brigade 11/2005 – 04/2006

Bco, 1st BN, 17th INF Rank/Grade: SFC/E7

Fairbanks, AK 99703 US Hours per week: 70

Rifle Platoon Leader Salary: $50,000 Per Year

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

Volunteered and served as a Rifle Platoon Leader for a 46 man Stryker platoon

DUTIES INCLUDE:

Prepare for and rapidly deploy worldwide within 96 hours

Responsible for combat readiness, physical fitness, health, welfare, morale, conduct and force protection and the well-being of their families

Counseling opportunities to subordinates

Maintenance and accountability of vehicles and organizational equipment valued in excess of $8 million dollars

Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)

Extended combat tour of four months

Coalition patrols with Iraqi Army platoon

Operation Constitutional Referendum

Iraqi National Election

Deployment

Rifle Platoon Leader

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

“Served in a Lieutenants position, performance superior to other commissioned rifle platoon leaders” Leadership Rater Comment: Captain Kevin R. Sharp

Successfully enabled the first-ever Constitutional Referendum and national elections, which brought about democracy to more than 3.8 million people

Led patrol on over four hundred combat patrols resulting in ninety enemy detainees, resulting in zero incident/injury to the platoon or detainees

Developed counter-sniper Tactics, Techniques, and Practices that were disseminated throughout the Battalion and became the standard during deployment

Focused heavily on Safety and Risk Management, resulting in zero friendly casualties

Assumed control of a non-safety aware Iraqi Army platoon and implemented new methods for clearing weapon systems upon enter into Stryker vehicle, mitigating negligent weapon discharges, resulting in zero incident/injury to coalition or Iraqi Army personnel

Maintained a grueling operation tempo, including three combat patrols per day during the first 90 days of (OIF)

Conducted over two hundred combined patrols with the Iraqi Army increasing their proficiency in assuming control of Iraqi’s security

Supervised three subordinate NCOs who provided technical expertise to an Iraqi Army (IA) Battalion resulting in commendable rating from the IA

Maintained a remarkable 97% vehicle recovery rate during 11 months of combat operations

Developed and maintained a platoon equipment accountability program that resulted in 100% fill of all Basic Issue Item (BII) shortages

Comments received on performance ratings:

o“Obligations are met with the highest priority; his mission is always first” Army Values Comment

o“Executed duties better than most officers” LTC Jeffery A. Kelly

o“Leads by example and exudes courage under fire” LTC Jeffery A. Kelly

o“Tremendous performance as a platoon leader during combat operations in OIF” LTC Jeffery A. Kelly

Supervisor: Captain Kevin R. Sharp

Phone: No number

Email: acq27v@r.postjobfree.com

Permission to Contact: Yes

172nd Stryker Brigade 07/2003 – 10/2005

Bco, 1st BN, 17th INF Rank/Grade: SFC/E7

Fairbanks, AK 99703 US Hours per week: 60

Rifle Platoon Sergeant Salary: $50,000 Per Year

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

DUTIES INCLUDED:

Leads and supervises a worldwide deployable, 45 man Stryker equipped Infantry platoon

Responsible for the health, welfare, morale, discipline, and training of all assigned personnel

Trained personnel on individual and collective tasks

Provided personal and professional development and counseling opportunities to subordinates

Responsible for the serviceability, accountability, and combat readiness of all assigned equipment valued at more than $4, 000,000

Primary Arctic Light Individual Training Instructor for Battalion

Safety NCO

Out load of equipment

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Selected by the Battalion Commander to fill platoon leader position, two weeks before deployment to combat operations in Mosul, Iraqi

Selected by the Battalion Commander to teach and qualify company Arctic Light Individual Training (ALIT) Instructors

Planned, organized, and trained over 150 soldiers in extreme cold temperatures on ALIT without any cold weather injury to frost bite; received commendable ratings from Battalion leadership

Continuously sought out by peers and superiors for guidance on training in the harsh Arctic conditions and his knowledge of implementing measures to reduce cold weather injuries

Sought after by company leadership for mission planning in all stages of mission development at the Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC)

Inspired two squad leaders to attend and complete the Brigade Pre-Ranger Course

Established company SOPs for room clearing that were used during company reflexive fire training and live fire exercises

Researched and implemented current enemy TTPs from Iraqi theater of operations to train soldiers on future combat operations

Improvised training aids for unit training from outdated materials and incorporated these aids into multiple events minimizing unit expenses

Conducted countless live fire exercises with zero injury/incident to soldiers

Maintained accountability and maintenance of over $4,000,000 of equipment

Comments received on performance ratings:

o“Exhibited selfless-service; sacrificed own time to ensure the job is done” Army Values Comment

o“Unlimited potential; continue to place in positions of increased responsibility” Captain Christopher Conn

o“Immediately promote to Master Sergeant ahead of peers” Captain Christopher Conn

Supervisor: Captain Christopher M. Conn

Phone: No number

Email: acq27v@r.postjobfree.com

Permission to Contact: Yes

Northern Warfare Training Center 06/2003 – 01/2001

Black Rapids, AK 99703 US Rank/Grade: SFC/E7

Instructor Hours per week: 60

Salary: $45,000 Per Year

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

DUTIES INCLUDED:

Instructed soldiers to fight, sustain, and win in a subarctic environment where temperatures can reach -60 degrees Fahrenheit

Trained soldiers to traverse glaciers, cross rivers, climb mountains, and to move effectively on both skis and snowshoes

Prepared and presented formal classroom instruction using power point

Responsible for the safety, supervision and training of a nine-man instructor squad in harsh field environment, comprised of all incoming personnel assigned to Alaska

Maintain and account for over $10,000 worth of individual and mountaineering equipment

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Completed the rigorous Alaska Mountain Safety Center Back Country Avalanche Course with honor

Selected over 15 other instructors to be the primary instructor for the Black Rapids Center for his ability to emphasize safety in such an extreme environment

Volunteered as a Guide Team Leader during an international exchange and received exceptional ratings for the display of decisiveness and positive influence with international students

Selected over 11 other Staff Sergeants to be a Primary Instructor for the Winter Instructor Qualification Course

Assisted in the training of 15 instructors on new space heater adopted by US Army Alaska

Utilized risk management skills during training exercises which resulted in zero incidents/injuries to students under extremely harsh weather conditions

Commended by superiors in mission accomplishment, requiring the absolute minimum supervision when completing assigned tasks

Maintained 100% graduation rate during Cold Weather Leaders and Command and Staff Orientation Courses

Maintained the accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment with no losses

Comments received on performance ratings:

o“Valued for his commitment and loyalty” Army Values Comment

o“Possesses great amount of integrity, sound judgement, and professionalism” SGM Samuel M. Dresel

oAssign to positions of greater responsibility; he will excel” SGM Samuel M. Dresel

Supervisor: SGM Samuel M. Dresel

Phone: No number

Email: acq27v@r.postjobfree.com

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Education: B.A., (Feb 2011), American Military University, WV 25414 US

121 Semester Hours

CGPA: 3.96 out of 4.0

Major: Homeland Security with honors

Relevant Coursework:

Research, Analysis, and Writing

Emergency Planning

Homeland Defense and Security Organization

Public Policy

Emergency Response to Terrorism

Weapons of Mass Destruction Incident

Consequence Management

Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Hazards

The International Terrorist

Intelligence and Homeland Security

Intermediate Terrorism

Foreign Intelligence Organizations

High School Diploma, Columbia Central High School, TN 38401 US

Language Skills: English

Spoken: Advanced

Written: Advanced

Read: Advanced

Affiliations: Member of Epsilon Pi Phi Emergency Management and Homeland Security Honor Society

References: Barry Crotzer

Regional Advisor for the State of Tennessee

815 South Garden Street RM 105

Columbia, Tennessee 38401

Phone: Work Cell: 931-***-****

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Professional

Ashley Brown

Retired Colonel, National Guard of Tennessee

Retired Deputy Sheriff, Maury County Sheriff’s Department

1513 Frye Road

Columbia, Tennessee 38401

Personal Cell: 931-***-****

Personal

Rep. Shelia Keckler Butt

State Representative of Tennessee

301 6th Avenue North

Suite 106 War Memorial Building

Nashville, Tennessee 37243

Work: 615-***-****

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Personal

William “Dave” Jackson

Retired LTC, US Army

Deputy Director G3, US Army South

2905 Stanley Road

Fort Sam Houston, Texas 78234

Work: 210-***-****

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Professional

Mike Tyler

Dentist

211 Pleasant Drive

Mount Pleasant, Tennessee 38474

Work: 931-***-****

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Personal

P.K. Ken Keen

Retired Three-Star General, US Army

Associate Dean of Leadership at Emory’s Goizuela Business

Atlanta, Georgia

Work Cell: 404-***-****

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Professional

Charles “Chuck” Room

Retired Command Sergeant Major, US Army

Director of Training and Leadership Development

304 East Golden Arrow Circle

The Woodlands, Texas 77381

Work: 281-***-****

Personal Cell: 818-***-****

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Professional

Additional

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Skills:

Customer Service: Works with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, or satisfy expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services

Influencing/Negotiating: Persuades others to accept recommendations, cooperate, or change their behavior; works with others towards an agreement; when appropriate, negotiates to find mutually acceptable solutions

Oral Communication: Expresses information (ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately

Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations

Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience

Oversight, Compliance and Technical Assistance: Developing plans, providing assistance, providing oversight (such as tracking, analyzing, monitoring, reporting) to promote program improvement and successful outcomes; extensive knowledge on the research and analysis of federal regulations

Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high-level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior

Salesmanship: Marketing analysis, develop sales presentations, use competitive strategies, proper interviewing skills and techniques, and make promotional presentation methods of instruction including: lectures, and classroom discussions topics covered including, effective communication, public speaking, and time management

Security Clearance: Top Secret (TS/SCI)

Status: Deactivated upon retirement

Current: Secret

Status: Inactive 2016

Awards/Decorations:

United States Bronze Star Medal (1)

United States Meritorious Service Medal (2)

United States Army Accommodation Medal (3)

United States Army Achievement Medal (6)

Valorous Unit Award, by Order of the Secretary of the Army (1)

United States Good Conduct Award (6)

National Defense Service Medal (2)

Iraqi Campaign Medal – Combat Service Award (1)

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (1)

Non-Commissioned Officer Developmental Course (3)

United States Army Service Ribbon (1)

Overseas Service Ribbon (3)

Multi-National Forces / Observer Peace Keeping Tour (1)

National Infantry Association:

Awarded the Order of Saint Maurice (Legionnaire) during Operation Iraqi Freedom

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