Mr

JAMES S. STAFFORD

** *** ****** **** **********, WV 26508

Home: (304) 304-***-****

Cell Phone 931-***-****

Email: ***************@*****.***

Citizenship: USA

Security Clearance: Secret, active.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly effective Platoon Sergeant and Manager with 24 years in US Army with exceptional logistical operations, supply, and distribution management.

• Knowledge of a wide array of current military personnel issues resulting from 6 deployments and participation in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedon,x2 Operation Desert Storm, IFOR (Bosnia) and Hurricane Mitch (Honduras). Able to work under stressful conditions with minimal supervision; intuitive and a self-starter.

• Solid knowledge of military and government law, terminology, and regulations.

• Demonstrate superior leadership, supervision, and interpersonal skills with diverse groups and individuals.

• Exceptional analytical and solid problem solving skills in both technical and interpersonal situations. Recognized as a go-to resource.

• Skilled at diagnosing problems, identifying and implementing solutions. Ability to direct co-workers, achieve short and long term goals, and meet operational deadlines.

• Outstanding communication, orally and in writing with knowledge of grammar, spelling, syntax and format. Strong trainer with experience making in-person briefings and presentations to groups of various levels of understanding.

• Results-oriented, proactive professional with knowledge and experience in analyzing and reporting statistical data; demonstrate sound judgment, and decision making with the highest level of integrity.

• Advanced skill and experience in administrating multi-million dollar budgets. Knowledgeable in general office operations and functions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, and numerous information management systems.

• AREAS OF EMPHASIS: Logistical support operations, Employee Management, Multitasking, Planning, preparation and execution, FARP Operations, Equipment maintenance, Combat Logistics Patrol, Rural Live Fire Trainer, Close Combat Attack Trainer.

• Personal attributes: Self-motivated and disciplined, demonstrate strong work ethic; ability to gain trust. High level of attention to detail, initiative, and follow through.

WORK EXPERIENCE

DISTRIBUTION PLATOON SERGEANT 12/2009-to present

US Army, E 1-214th Aviation Regiment, Mannheim Germany APO AE 09058

60 Hours per week, $ 54,500 Salary per year

Supervisor Name: Willie Morris, Phone: DSN 382-4561, May contact

DEMONSTRATE THOROUGH KNOWLEDGE OF LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES, theories and processes. Provide logistical support to NATO and V Corps units in the European Theater of Operations. Managed the receipt, storage, and issue of more than 6M gallons of aviation grade fuel at 5 different airfields.

ANALYZE, COORDINATE AND EVALUATE LOGISTICAL REQUIREMENTS. Provide logistical support to the USEAREUR Commander and NATO Commander. Develop, coordinate and oversee supply support portion of integrated logistics support plans in the management of all refuel and defuel operations on 4 airfields within Germany.

SKILLED IN INVENTORY MANAGEMENT AND PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY. Signed for $5M in equipment. Knowledgeable of automated inventory, property management, and financial systems to maintain and reconcile records for property accountability.

EXPERIENCED IN THE USE OF PERSONAL COMPUTERS AND SOFTWARE to maintain property accountability and conduct reconciliation. Software includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access, as well as Logistics Information systems using automated databases such as the Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE).

LEADERSHIP. Oversee the training, welfare and discipline of 28 Soldiers and 12 NCO's.

Ability to compile, analyze and evaluate logistics data in order to provide recommendations on program-related issues and concerns.

ACCOMPLISHMENT:

• Awarded the Meritorious Service Medal.

OBSERVER CONTROLLER 06/2007 – 12/2009

US Army, Operations Group Eagle Team, Ft Irwin CA 92310

60 Hours per week, $50,100 Salary per year

Supervisor Name: Maj Jeffrey Martacceli, COL Scott Brown, Phone: DSN 380-6109, May contact

PROVIDED LEADERSHIP. Served as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to the Eagle Team relating to all fuel and ammunition issues on the doctrinal employment of aviation FARP assets. Conducted after-action reviews for ten rotations a year enhancing the unit’s combat logistical capabilities for the future.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN LOGISTICAL OPERATIONS, policies, and best practices for government personal property, asset management and application of Federal Laws, regulations, in training units preparing to deploy to combat areas. Served as Forward Arming and Refueling Points (FARP) trainer within the Operations Group Eagle Team; responsible for the training and safety of senior leaders and soldiers in platoons exceeding 70 personnel up to 10 times per year; trained rotational units on Logistical Support Operations, Force Protection and FARP setup and operations.

PRESENTED CLEAR AND CONCISE INFORMATION to diverse individuals. Taught Initial Entry Training to units that were deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan, convoy operations and supply and inventory management. Ensured soldiers understood how to manage fuel and ammunition accountability so they would have enough on hand and not more than needed. Trained battalions in employing refuel system for aircraft operations in a hostile environment.

EXCELLENT ORAL COMMUNICATOR/TRAINER; in addition to classroom, evaluation and field training, prepared and presented briefings to Colonels at end of rotation, as well as 25 -30 person task forces of higher ranking officers. Utilized PowerPoint, story boards and photos. Addressed and solved problems including controversial issues in potential or actual adversarial situations.

EXCELLENT COMMUNICATOR IN WRITING. Prepared accurate and timely reports in spreadsheet and narrative format, and other documents in Word. Prepared and made PowerPoint presentations to battalion commanders on the results of their battalion training emphasizing the areas done well and areas that needed improvement.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS/EVALUATION COMMENTS:

• “Consistently recognized by rotational units for keen insights and recommendations in regards to Class III and V distribution operations.”

• “Unlimited potential; continue to assign him to the most demanding positions.”

• “Rising Star. Ranks in top 5% of NCO’s I have observed over the last 11 years.”

• “Outstanding NCO whose performance and ability clearly set him apart from his peers.”

• “Drove over 3,000 miles during day and night operations without accident or incident.”

DISTRIBUTION PLATOON SERGEANT 11/2005 - 06/2007

US Army, E 3-101st Aviation, Ft Campbell KY 42223

60 Hours per week, $46,000 Salary per year

Supervisor Name: 1SG Glen Moore(Ret.), CPT Chad Whitheral (Ret.), Phone: not available, not available to contact

PROVIDED LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION in the training, welfare and discipline of 47 soldiers and 23 NCO's. . Prepared fuel and ammunition accountability reports in narrative and spreadsheet format.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF LOGISTIC FUNCTIONS including budgeting, fuel reports, purchase request preparation and property accountability. Performed inventory management and property accountability. Developed and executed materiel management programs to include inventory control and distribution throughout the logistics system. Ensured cyclic and sensitive inventories were conducted and completed.

SKILLED IN LOGISTICAL SUPPORT to an attack aviation battalion. Managed all fuel, ammunition and water operations. Managed equipment, shipping, ordering parts, received, stored and issued more than $20M in fuel and ammunitions. Provided inventory management and property accountability; signed for $10M in equipment, prepared spreadsheets or used Word to list bumper numbers and end items.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS/EVALUATION COMMENTS:

• Planned and executed more than 6 logistical missions in support of NATO and US operations in Iraq. Managed logistical operations at two different locations in the theater of operations.

• Planned and executed more than 20 ammunition and fuel logistical missions.

• “Outstanding performance; best NCO in this company. Keep with troops to take advantage of his leadership abilities. Displayed incredible devotion and commitment to his soldier’s welfare.”

DISTRIBUTION PLATOON SGT./ HEADQUARTERS PLATOON SGT. 11/2005 – 05/2000

US Army, C Co 7-101st AVN, Ft Campbell, KY 42223

52 Hours per week, $ 51,000 Salary per year

Supervisor Name: 1SG Danny Armstrong, Maj Randall Smith, Phone: not available, not available to contact.

EXPERT KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN GENERAL LOGISTICAL REQUIREMENTS, SUPPLY, AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT. Deployed 2 times to Afghanistan. Sent to Germany ahead of company to oversee the shipment of all equipment and personnel arriving in Germany to ensure safe progression from Germany to Afghanistan. Led team in providing all logistical support to a Combat Aviation Task Force. Set up and operated 3 different aircraft refuel and rearming areas in a hostile area. Managed the receipt, storage and issue of over $3M in fuel.

KNOWLEDGEABLE AND EXPERIENCED IN THE APPLICATION OF FEDERAL LAWS, REGULATIONS, POLICIES, AND BEST PRACTICES FOR LOGISTICS, government personal property, asset management and capitalization. Supervised the logistical movement of more than 200 pieces of military equipment valued in excess of $45M and 150 Soldiers from Fort Campbell, KY through Germany to final destination in the Middle East. Provided logistical support for Multinational Forces.

OVERSAW TRAINING, WELFARE AND DISCIPLINE of more than 45 soldiers and 12 NCO’s.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF CONTRACTING sufficient to conduct operational planning functions including Contingency Contracting Battalion (CCBn), and Contracting Support Brigade.

Purchased aviation grade fuel, oil, lubricants, and hydraulic fluids from contractors.

PLANNED AND DIRECTED ACQUISITION, RECEIPT, STORAGE, PRESERVATION AND ISSUE OF EQUIPMENT, fuel, ammunition and water.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS/EVALUATION COMMENTS:

• “Outstanding asset to unit and US Army.”

• “Never compromised high standards.”

• “Completely dedicated to mission accomplishment.”

SECTION SERGEANT 05/2000 – 05/1999

US Army, Camp Page Korea 1-2 Attack AVN Battalion, APO

60 Hours per week, $38,000 Salary per year (salary for last year in each position)

Supervisor Name: CPT Jon Lee, Phone: not available, Not available to contact

LEADERSHIP. Managed training, welfare and discipline of 12 soldiers and 4 NCO’s.

Trained soldiers on proper procedures for aircraft refuel operations. Directed the issue of fuel and ammunition valued in excess of $22M. Supervised the logistical support for 16 Attack helicopters.

PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY; knowledgeable of National Airspace Systems to provide inventory and personal property management; knowledgeable of ARFOGEN, RESET and Left Behind Equipment (LBE) objectives, work processes and the interrelationship of logistical functions.

SECTION SERGEANT. 05/1999 – 06/1996

US Army, C Co 159th Ft Bragg NC 28307

50 Hours per week, $35,000 Salary per year

Supervisor Name: LT John Knightstep SSG, Curtis Smith, Phone: not available, Not available to contact

PROVIDED LOGISTICAL SUPPORT to a heavy lift aviation battalion with 16 helicopters. Deployed to Honduras in support of Operation Hurricane Mitch. Served as senior logistical liaison for my chain of command

LEADERSHIP. Responsible for the health, welfare, training and discipline for 11 soldiers and 2 NCO's. Provided logistical support to a Task force during the deployment issuing more than $2M worth of fuel.

SQUAD LEADER 07/1993 - 05/1996

US Army, C Co 5-159th AVN Battalion Wurzburg Germany.

50 Hours per week, $27,000, Salary per year (salary for last year in each position)

Supervisor Name: SSG Renee Moore, SGT Gary Carr, Phone: not available, Not available to contact

PROVIDED LOGISTICAL SUPPORT to a Heavy Lift Aviation unit. Deployed to Bosnia, supervised a 4 point refuel point responsible for refueling all helicopters within the area including all NATO aircraft. Responsible for the receipt, storage and issue of $5M in aviation grade fuel. Responsible for the health, welfare, discipline and training of 6 soldiers.

EDUCATION

Various Courses toward Bachelor’s degree

Hopkinsville Community College, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

12 Semester Credit Hours

Office Management/Information Processing Associates Degree 1989

West Virginia Career College, Morgantown, WV 26508

21 Total Quarter Credit hours, GPA 3.1 out of 4.0

High School Diploma1987, University High School, Morgantown, WV 26508

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Skilled in MS Office, Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE), Share Point.

MILITARY SERVICE:

Platoon Sergeant, United States Army

07/1987 to present, Scheduled to retire 02/29/2012

MILITARY AWARDS

Bronze Star Medal (2nd Award), Meritorious Service Medal (4th Award), Army Commendation Medal (4th Award), Army Achievement Medal (5th Award), Joint Meritorious Unit Award D, Army Superior Unit Award, Army Good Conduct Medal (6th Award), National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Service Star, Armed Force Expeditionary Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Two Campaign Stars, Southwest Asia Service Medal with Three Bronze Service Stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (4th Award), NATO Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Air Assault Badge, Expert Marksmanship Badge with Rifle Bar

MILITARY TRAINING

Advanced and Water Log, 01/2007 & 03/2007

Air Assault, Air Defense Course, 08/2000

Transportation and Storage of Hazardous Materials OSHA certification, 04/2001

Environmental Compliance Officer Certification, 1997

Basic NCO CRS, 08/1996 to 10/1996

Professional Leadership Development Course, 09/1991

EO Leaders, 1997

HAZMAT Certification,1994

Controller Academy, 2007

Logistical Management College, 1995

Emergency Preparedness 1995

REFERENCES:

Willie Morris 1SG, 011-496217794061

Solomon Adeyemo Commander 011-496217794060

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