Training Mechanic

CRAIG M. SCALF

** *****, *.*. **** Retired

**** ****** **** **** ~ Cameron, North Carolina 28326

919-***-**** *******@*****.***

PROJECT & OPERATIONS MANAGER

Combat-tested leadership skills combined with exceptional abilities in managing multiple large-scale projects, tasks and priorities effectively and in a timely manner. Demonstrated track record of success in controlling costs, increasing efficiencies, and identifying uncharted opportunities. Expert at building “can do” teams that thrive in the most demanding of operational environments. Superior communicator, readily distills the most complex of materials into easily-understood, compelling presentations. Core competencies include:

Top Secret/SCI Clearance Strategic Vision/Planning Training Plans/Programs

Logistics Troubleshooter Sets Performance Standards Quality Assurance

Process Optimization Consensus/Coalition Builder Excellent People Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Project Management: Took the strategic vision of executive leadership and swiftly developed detailed plans of action, guiding staff in the execution of groundbreaking organizational objectives. Resourceful and adaptable, exercising superb leadership and team playing skills with every assignment.

Accurately analyzed stakeholder needs in face-to-face meetings, developed project scopes/outlines, and organized all resources and personnel for on-time, on-budget project rollout.

Handpicked by higher command to assume Intelligence Sergeant duties during a critical “no-fail” period in Afghanistan; helped to regain faith and confidence of local forces.

Designed and implemented integrated training programs in close collaboration with senior leadership, analyzing current training demands and devising innovative and appropriate solutions.

Maintained $3.1M+ of specialized sniper weapons and equipment during multiple long-range training events with 100% accountability.

Leadership & Supervision: A superior leader with demonstrated performance in high-pressure environments. Improved organizational performance through hands-on training and a leadership approach that emphasized decision-making through active listening.

Superbly managed and motivated as many as 34 personnel including subordinate supervisors; earned a reputation for firm, yet compassionate mentorship.

Requested as a Guest Instructor for the JFK Special Warfare Center & School Special Forces Sniper Course.

Outstanding instructor skills; trained 400+ Special Forces NCOs during numerous advanced rifle marksmanship courses; Soldiers successfully engaged targets 600 meters with service carbines.

Problem-Solving & Analysis: Consistently implements keen analytical abilities and a proven team-based work dynamic with a systems-oriented approach to facilitate efficient and effective solutions. A critical thinker open to alternative views to optimize decision-making.

Initiated a four month training program that increased the Detachment’s fitness levels by 20%.

Selected to represent the Special Forces Regiment during specialized equipment testing in Quantico, VA; compiled valuable data for future cutting-edge ballistic software.

Developed an intelligence training program that enhanced the combat effectiveness of six Detachments deployed in Afghanistan; highly dedicated to mission-focused training.

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EMPLOYMENT

U.S. ARMY Active Duty Work Experience 1993 – Present

Senior Intelligence Sergeant, Regional Support Element 4th Bn, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), 2015-2017

Special Forces Senior Weapons Sergeant, Advanced Skills Training Company, Group Support Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), 2013 – 2015

Operations and Intelligence Sergeant, B Co, 4th Bn, 3rd SFG, 2011 – 2013

Special Forces Weapons Sergeant, B Co, 4th Bn, 3rd SFG, 2008-2011

Wheel Vehicle Mechanic / Maintenance Supervisor, 1992 – 2007

Other Work Experience

Independent Contractor for Oak Grove Technologies, providing Small Unit Tactics instruction to Special Operations students at the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Candidate School, 2017-2019

Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape (SERE) instructor, 2017- Present

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Military Occupational Specialties / Additional Skill Identifiers: 18B – Special Forces Weapons Sergeant; 18F – Special Forces Assistant Operations and Intelligence Sergeant; 63B – Wheel Vehicle Mechanic; 63X – Maintenance Supervisor; 2S – Battle Staff Operations; 5W – Jumpmaster; W3 – Special Forces Sniper; H8 – Recovery Operations; P – Parachutist

Selected Military Training: Level I Antiterrorism Awareness Training; Structured Self Development (SSD) IV; USASOC Jumpmaster Course; Special Forces Senior Leader; Special Forces Senior Leader; Special Forces Intelligence Sergeant; Special Operations Target Interdiction; Special Forces Qualification (Special Forces Weapons Sergeant); Rosetta Stone French Units 1-4; Phase 1, Basic Noncommissioned Officer; Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS); Commander's Safety; FMTV Unit Maintenance; RC3 Wheel Vehicle Recovery Specialist; Total Army Training System (TATS) Primary Leadership Development; Airborne; Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic; Phase 1, Basic Combat Training

Computer Skills: MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)

Selected Awards: Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal (x6), Army Achievement Medal (x3), Good Conduct Medal (x8), NCO Professional Development Ribbon (x3), Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Special Forces Tab, Combat Infantry Badge, Parachutist Badge with Distinguished Device BSS, Driver and Mechanic Badge

Military: Sergeant First Class (E-7), U.S. Army (Retired)

REFERENCES

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