James E Real
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Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Phone: 719-***-****
Email: abja0t@r.postjobfree.com
Qualification summary: A highly organized professional with more than
twelve years of Army communications and security experience. Strong problem-
solving and decision making skills with the ability to develop and
implement effective action plans. Excellent communication and presentation
skills. Committed to enhancing communications and IT experience to work
with a diverse group of people in a challenging environment.
Career History for United States Army:
05/1998 to present: Served as the subject matter expert and senior
installer/technician of telephones,VOIP telephones; computer systems,
software, hardware and U.S. Army radio systems. 12 years experience
installing and maintaining telephones and internet for U.S. Army tactical
operations. Consistently received among the best ratings on my annual
evaluation reports. Five years experience as the senior Wireless Network
Manager for 1st Brigade 4th ID. Responsible for writing, implementing and
verifying Communications SOP's prior to two deployments to Iraq and upon
return from both deployments. Experienced in installation, troubleshooting
and maintenance of all radio systems assigned to unit.
05/2005 to present: served as the unit level safety officer; responsible
for developing and implementing safety management programs. Instructed
safety classes to over 400 Soldiers prior to each combat deployment,
instructed train the trainer classes for 100 unit level safety program
managers enhancing mission readiness. Conducted accident investigations and
documented finding for the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center.
Recognized with a Certificate of Achievement in Safety Operations for
outstanding program management and briefings to the covering statistics and
trends in accidents and prevention.
03/2008 to 03/2009: served as a flight director for a 17M tethered Aerostat
at FOB Falcon Iraq, responsible for 12 Soldiers monitoring American Forces
in Iraq utilizing state of the Art surveillance equipment. Prepared and
submitted Information, Surveillance and Reconnaissance reports to Brigade
Command Team during entire deployment. Responsible for safe operation and
maintenance of Aerostat system valued at over $4,000,000.00. Gave monthly
intelligence update briefs to key personnel and VIP's. Responsible for
power generation and troubleshooting of assigned systems.
12/2006 to 03/2008: served as Company level operations NCO; submitted daily
personnel stats and tracked 68 personnel at all times. Processed and
submitted Non-Commissioned Officer Evaluation Reports, awards and
personnel issues. Received commendable and among the best NCO Evaluation
Reports from all of my supervisors.
12/2005 to 12/2006: served as a Squad Leader for EOD Security team at Camp
Taji, Iraq. Trained and led 1 NCO and 8 Soldiers in security operations,
Cordon and Convoy operations. Conducted daily inspections to ensure uniform
and equipment compliance according to U.S. Army and 4th Infantry Division
Standards. Safely escorted Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians to
Unexploded Ordnance and Improvised Explosive Device areas in assigned area
of responsibility with no loss to American lives.
Education:
2009: Tactical battle Command Battle Staff; CPOF 40 hr cert
2008: 32 Credit hours from North Central Institute; Credit Inventory
Evaluation. Actively seeking to complete my Degree.
March 2008: 80 hour RAID 17M Tethered Aerostat Certificate, FOB Falcon Iraq
May 2006: 40 Hour Cultural Awareness Training Certificate, Fort Huachuca,
AZ
Jun 2005: EPLRS Network Manager 30 day certificate, FT Gordon, GA
May 2004: U.S. Army Warrior Leaders Course Certification. Camp Jackson
South Korea
May 1999: U.S. Army Combat Life Saver Course. Fort Stewart Georgia
Sep 1998: Graduate of United States Army Radio Operator Maintainer Course,
Fort Gordon Georgia
Dec 1995: Graduate of United States Army Automated Logistical Specialist
Course, Fort Lee Virginia
May 1995: Graduate Whitehall High school, Whitehall Montana
Aug 1994: Graduate of United States Army Basic Combat Training Course, Fort
Sill, Oklahoma
Technical Skills:
Certified in many areas of Information Technology
Excellent communication and interaction skills.
Knowledge of many Microsoft applications.
Excellent briefing skills for Senior Enlisted and Senior Officers.
Excellent ability to multitask any given assignment.
Awards and Honors:
4 Army Commendation Awards
3 Army Achievement Medals
3 Army Good Conduct Medals
1 National Defense Service Medal
1 Korea Defense Service Medal
2 Iraqi Campaign Medals
1 Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
3 Overseas Service Ribbons
1 Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
1 Certificate of Achievement in Safety operations
1 Combat Action Badge
1 Drivers/Mechanics Badge
References are available upon request
All certifications available upon request