DERRICK ALAN OWENS
*** ******* ****** **** ~Anderson, South Carolina 29621 ~ USA
Home: 803-***-**** *******.*****@**.****.***
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HUMAN RESOURCE & LOGISTICS PROFESSIONAL
Accomplished and results-oriented military operations, human resource,
logistics and supply chain expert with 23 years of proven success in
managing logistics, human resources, maintenance, military deployment,
investigation and inspection programs. Personal advisor and aid to
commanding officers. Excellent skills in communications, public relations,
and project management. U.S. Army Master Sergeant, and U.S. Army Advanced
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy graduate, who is ready to transfer highly
versatile knowledge and skills to a career in the private sector. Respected
team player and leader with a strong work ethic. Technically proficient
user of various military STAMIS systems, and commercial software
applications. These applications include Microsoft Office, web, database,
RCAS, IPERMS, MEDPROS, TROUPERS, ATARRS, AFCOS, FEDLOG, PBUSE, SPBS-R, ULLS-
S4, ULLS-G, PC-ASORTS, SLAMIS, AUEL, USR.NET, DTS, GPC, ARISS, VULCAN,
ARIMS, TAMIS-R, SAMS-E, CARE, LOGSA, LIW, BCS3, and various CPOF/ABCS
equipment. Familiar with Six Sigma and SAP methodologies. Current holder of
a Secret/SCI Security Clearance; and have a bilingual working knowledge of
Spanish at an intermediate level.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
. Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA), Webster University,
St.Louis, Missouri, 2008
. Bachelors of Science Degree (BS), Liberal Arts, Limestone
College,Gaffney, South Carolina, 1999
. State Constable Certification, Tri-County Technical College,
Pendleton, South Carolina, 1998
. Purchasing Managers Certification Course (CPM), Tri-County Technical
College, Pendleton, South Carolina 1995
. Battle Command Support Center (BCS3) Course - Fort Hood, Texas 2009
. Advanced Non-Commissioned Officer Course - Fort Lee, Virginia, 2006
. Combat Service Support Automated Information Systems Interface Course
(CAISI) - Professional Education Center, Little Rock, Arkansas, 2006
. Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced Course (PBUSE) - Professional
Education Center, Little Rock, Arkansas, 2005
. Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course - Fort Jackson, South Carolina,
2001
. Recruiting & Retention Certification Course - Professional Education
Center, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1999
. Battle Focused Instructor Certification Course - Fort Jackson, South
Carolina, 1998
. Stinger Air Defense Weapon System Certification Course - Fort Bliss,
Texas, 1998
. Avenger Air Defense Weapons System Certification Course (14M) - Fort
Bliss, Texas, 1998
. Total Quality Management Quality Awareness Course (TQM) -
Professional Education Center, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1996
. Logistics Management Development Course - Fort Eustis, Virginia, 1995
. Hazardous Materials Certification Course (HAZMAT/AMMO-67) - Fort
Jackson, South Carolina
. Unit Level Logistics Software Course (ULLS-G/S4) - Fort Bragg, North
Carolina, 1994
. Total Quality Management Meeting Managers Course (TQM) - Professional
Education Center, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1994
. Standard Property Book System-Redesign Course (SPBS-R) - Fort Lee,
Virginia, 1994
. Air Assault & Air Mobile Operations Course - Braggs, Oklahoma, 1993
. Logistics Management & Distribution Course - Camp Blanding, Starke,
Florida, 1992
. Computer Software Applications - Professional Education Center, Little
Rock, Arkansas, 1991
. Primary Leadership Development Course - Fort Hood, Texas, 1988
. Personnel Administrators Course - Professional Education Center,
Little Rock, Arkansas, 1987
. Unit Level Recruiter Course - Naval Air Station, Grand Prairie, Texas,
1985
. Cold Weather and Winter Operations Course- Camp Ripley, Minnesota,
1984
. Logistics Administration Specialist Course - Fort Lee, Virginia, 1983
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Army National Guard
Senior Logistics & Supply Chain Manager
September 2002 - Present
. Major duties involved the request, receipt, storage, issue,
accountability, and preservation of individual, organizational,
installation, and expendable supplies and equipment.
. Managed, maintained, and controlled over 370 million dollars worth of
property.
. Prepared all unit organizational supply documents and maintained an
automated supply system for the accountability of organizational and
installation supplies and equipment.
. Forecasted, requested and received small arms and crew-served weapons
ammunition.
. Maintained physical security, control, and preventive maintenance on
all organizational weapons and ammunition in security areas.
. Reviewed and annotated changes to the unit material condition status
report.
. Posted transactions to organizational and installation property books
and supporting transaction files for audit review.
. Reviewed daily and monthly records of the issues and receipts of
petroleum products and operating supplies.
. Analyzed statistical data and reports to ascertain trends,
conformance, directive compliance, and efficiency of operations.
. Coordinated logistical activities with other staff supply and service
elements.
. Conducted assistance visits and inspections to subordinate elements
and developed and executed training programs.
. Managed comprehensive inspection programs for an infantry brigade
having an average of 2500 personnel, in areas including intelligence,
mobilization readiness, and supply discipline.
. Led logistical planning and execution for deployment and redeployment
of approximately 800 personnel, 250 pieces of rolling stock, 25 connex
containers, and 80 embark boxes for coalition exercises in
Afghanistan.
. Supported a battalion size element in two deployments, leading the
provision of logistical services, including transportation,
subsistence, billeting, supply, facilities and equipment.
. Currently involved in the coordination of all logistical support for a
CBRNE Consequence Management Response Force (CCMRF). Involving
immediate reaction and deployment to a Chemical, Biological,
Radiological, Nuclear, or High-Yield Explosive Incident (CBRNE). In
addition, coordination of military logistical support activities for
civilian law enforcement, emergency first responders, and Federal
Emergency Management Agencies (FEMA).
Recruiting, Retention, and Career Counselor
October 2000 - September 2002
. Major duties and responsibilities included the prospecting and
refinement of leads for enlistment.
. Conducted high school and college level career development programs.
. Interviewed over two hundred unit members on a consistent basis for
attrition management and personnel retention.
. Explained and briefed various incentive programs, sponsorship
programs, and educational benefit programs to community members and
unit personnel.
. Maintained a rapport with local civic members and established media
contacts.
. Conducted direct mail campaigns.
. Developed time management work plans and trained first line leaders on
career planning and career management.
. Identified to all officer staff and unit enlisted personnel
alternatives to separation, transfer or discharge.
. Analyzed unit compensation and training performance data.
. Identified resources for family assistance.
. Developed a state marketing plan and prepared the local advertising
budget.
. Determined regulatory requirements and guidelines for advertising.
. Developed and implemented the recruiting and retention advertising
script.
Operations and Training Manager
October 1997 - October 2000
. Major responsibilities included the implementation and the conducting
of weapons, qualification, individual basic combat training, and
career skill training.
. Created and maintained unit monthly and yearly forecasted training
calendars and schedules.
. Implemented and conducted unit mobilization and readiness exercises.
. Analyzed all previous training data and briefed commander and staff on
areas of proficiency and non-proficiency.
Human Resource Specialist
July 1988 - October 1997
. Supervised and performed unit personnel and administrative functions
in support of a battalion size element of approximately 600 personnel.
. Advised commanders on soldier and personnel readiness and strength
levels.
. Reviewed consolidated compensation and actuarial reports, statistics,
and applications on subordinate units.
. Reviewed cyclic and other reports to assess systems performance.
. Maintained liaison with the servicing personnel data processing
facility and field managers of interfaced systems.
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
. Managed comprehensive inspection programs for an infantry brigade
having an average of 2500 personnel, in areas including intelligence,
mobilization readiness, and supply discipline.
. Managed, maintained, and controlled over 370 million dollars worth of
property.
. Led logistical planning and execution for deployment and redeployment
of approximately 800 personnel, 250 pieces of rolling stock, 25 connex
containers, and 80 embark boxes for coalition exercises in
Afghanistan.
. Received the South Carolina Army National Guards 2d and 3d Quarter Top
Recruiter Award in years 2000 and 2001 for recruiting efforts.
. Received numerous federal and state awards, commendations, and letters
of appreciation from the National Guard and United States Army.
. Army Commendation Medal - 3d Award
. Army Achievement Medal - 3d Award
. US Army Good Conduct Medal - 7th Award
. National Defense Service Medal
. Army Global War on Terrorism Medal
. Armed Forces Service Medal
. Army Humanitarian Service Medal
. Overseas Service Medal
. Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal
. Non-Commissioned Officer Academy Ribbon - 3d Award
. Florida State Commendation Medal
. Florida State Mobilization Medal
. South Carolina State Achievement Ribbon
. Command Sergeant Major Award
. Air Assault Badge
. Senior Level Recruiter Badge
. Was appointed a State Constable Law Enforcement Officer by the
Governor of South Carolina
. Owned and managed full line musical instrument store and studio for
five years.
. Personally raised over four hundred thousand dollars on private
placement and joint venture oil exploration developments while working
as a broker during a break in military service.
. Received Chrysler Corporations "100% Club" award for the year end top
automotive salesman and aftermarket professional for the Dallas/Fort
Worth area during a break in military service.
. Owned QuarterHorse breeding and training facility for twelve years in
South Carolina.