Julius L. Sessoms, Jr.

**** ****** ****

Clarksville, TN 37042

Phone: 931-***-****

abjy73@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:

True professional with a proven record of success in supervisory,

operational and marketing at both local and national levels; Proficient in

Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook;

Master of Science degree in Occupational Safety and Health / Environmental

Management; Current Secret clearance from the Department of Defense.

TRAINING:

Hazardous Materials Technician Level Compliance Training, Aug 1996

Advanced Leadership Course - 2002 (Honor Grad)

Radiological Safety - 2002

Recruiting School - 2000

EXPERIENCE:

Chemical Reconnaissance Supervisor, June 2008 to Present

US Army, 63rd Chemical Company, Fort Campbell, Kentucky

Primary supervisor of a 24-man chemical, biological, radiological and

nuclear reconnaissance team with a mission to provide support of U.S.

National Policy for worldwide contingencies, conducting full spectrum

operations. Assisted the team manager with training plans, instruction and

coordination; maintained training readiness for deployments anywhere in the

world; responsible for accountability, serviceability and maintenance of

sophisticated detection equipment valued at over $12,000,000.

Chemical Observer/Controller, March 2005 to May 2008

US Army, Joint Multinational Readiness Center, Hohenfels, Germany

Served as an Observer/Controller and subject matter expert in the area of

Battle Staff training and digital tactical operations center operations for

US Army units and more specific individual leader training programs.

Served as the subject matter expert in the areas of military training,

military doctrine specific to the War Fighting Functions, military decision

making processes, constructive battalion staff training methodologies, and

constructive training observer/controller techniques. Possessed a working

knowledge of current tactics, techniques and procedures for battalion

battle staff training.

Operations Manager, August 2003 to February 2005

US Army, 101st Division Artillery, Fort Campbell, Kentucky

Supervised the work of employees in the training management section

and served as the senior training specialist and advisor to the corporate

managers on training matters, with responsibility for actions related to

planning, programming, and scheduling training. Researched and developed

new approaches to multimedia training, data collection, and analyzed

supporting training materials by keeping in touch with state-of-the-art

technology. Developed and promoted innovative program activities in

training areas where traditional methodologies are not applicable, cost

effective, or will not meet the needs of the employees.

Recruiter, July 2000 to July 2003

US Army, Wilkes-Barre Recruiting Station, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Contacted, interviewed, and advised civilian personnel to obtain

qualified applicants for enlistment into the Army. Contacted

representatives of schools, public officials, personnel managers, parents

of prospective applicants, religious and civil leaders in order to present

the Army as an employment and career opportunity. Presented formal and

informal talks on the advantages of the Army at civic and service

organizations and student bodies. Distributed and displayed recruiting

publicity material. Established liaison with local radio, television, and

newspaper agencies. Wrote, edited, or presented recruiting material for use

by local communications agencies.

Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Specialist (CBRN), Oct

1990 to July 2000

US Army Chemical Corps with various assignments throughout the world.

Assisted in the establishment and application of CBRN defense

measures. Provided training advice and supervision regarding the proper use

and maintenance procedures for CBRN equipment and operations. Operated and

performed operator maintenance on smoke generating equipment, CBRN

identification/detection and decontamination equipment. Trained military

and civilian personnel first responders on CBRN response operations.

Operated and maintained CBRN detection and decontamination equipment.

EDUCATION:

Master of Science in Occupational Health and Safety/Environmental

Management, April 2010

Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, Alabama, 3.8 GPA

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management, October 2006

Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, Alabama

Graduated Cum Laude with a 3.6 GPA

AWARDS:

Bronze Star for service in Iraq

Meritorious Service Medals (2 each) for service in the Army

Inducted into the Order of the Dragon (lifetime achievement award for the

US Army Chemical Corps)

Earned the Gold Badge for excellence in recruiting candidates for the Army

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