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Mental Ability, Sound Judgement, Innovation, Interpersonal Tact, Expertise
o scheduled and managed monthly routine maintenance for 22 vehicles; attention to detail and prioritization of maintenance ensured 100% availability over 6 months
o exceeded expectations consistently by ensuring the timely submission of information and slides in compliance with 377th TSC suspense requirements, FORSCOM, USARC, and HQDA policies
o his technical proficiency and leadership were instrumental in achieving a 99.5% operational readiness rate during a deployment to Latvia and multiple FTXs with 4th Division Artillery
o showed versatility as an equipment operator and displayed a high skill level while operating 4 pieces of construction equipment
o prepared ten containers for Air Load Operations with minimal guidance during the FORSCOM directed EDRE; surpassed expectations
o her technical expertise and commitment to excellence were vital to the accomplishment of the mission and the organization's overall success
o educated 50 101st ABN DIV troopers on detainee search and ground sign awareness; refined procedures, ensuring survivability
o demonstrated knowledge of PMCS of unit vehicles; assisted in quarterly QAQC for 4 HMMWVs and 1 LMTV
o instructed 15 soldiers per class behind the wheel of the unit's vehicles; achieved 100% pass rating for 45 soldiers
o completed the annual submission of 37 Organizational Equipment Lists (OELs); safely assumed PTDO
o coordinated the line haul of 400 pieces of equipment for COMPO 2 and 3 ISO of NTC ROT XXX with zero losses
o demonstrated excellent technical and tactical knowledge as a squad leader ensuring all tasks were completed in a timely manner
o ensured mission success by keeping his team prepped and ready for each mission
o always took initiative to ensure all mission requirements were achieved
o his coaching recommendations have been adopted by Active Duty and Army National Guard Units to improve their TACSOP
o completed six semester hours towards Bachelors degree in Sports and Health Science; maintained a 3.0 GPA
o attained commendable rating on XVIII ABN CORPS ORA Company-Level Training Management and ABCP inspections
o supported and enforced COVID-19 policies and procedures; resulted in zero positive cases and 94% vaccination rate
o used all available resources to support the new individual weapons qualification course (IWQ); qualified over 90% of the company
o assessed situations rapidly and then developed and implemented logical courses of action
o established a battle rhythm conducive to mission success; optimized available resources
o completed DLC 2 within 30 days of being enrolled
o developed and implemented digital and analog trackers for the G6 while deployed
o created and implemented a paralegal training program; improved the efficiency and operations of 30 mobilizing USAR and ARNG legal offices
o improvised to meet shipping deadline; coordinated with sister unit for resource sharing; adopted as new shop procedure
o exploited her experience as CBRN NCO; obtained the isopropyl alcohol needed to conduct 127 tests with the Protective Assessment Test System
o salvaged parts for two mission critical STTs; resulted in 100% equipment validation and mission success during CSTX 86-19-03
o obtained certification as a tactical commander of 11 military vehicles; improved unit mobility and ensured additional manning resources were available
o modified NSN repair parts to work on TPE Gators and Polaris when civilian parts were unavailable; prevented conditions from limiting the mission
o used all available resources and support to eliminate delays in GCSS-Army processing; sustained organizational aviation maintenance capabilities
o exploited overlooked local resources; made real-time accurate information available to planners for first time
o sought method to provide shade from the extreme heat; obtained camo screen from DLA, prevented additional expenditure
o assumed role of UPL NCOIC during the absence of leadership; tested two Battalions with zero deficiencies noted on turnover of samples to the state lab
o completed Structured Self Development Two (SSD-2) and used that experience to aid several Soldiers in doing the same prior to the promotion board
o prepared for the Commander's Maintenance Evaluation Team, executed all tasks while remaining flexible; passed all inspections and audits
o resolved all NIPR/SIPR networking issues during the Tactical Action Center's support to operations OSS, OIR, ORS; restored vital communications
o placed as the Housing POC, she developed a tracking system for over 400 incoming requests; improved follow-up and resolution of complaints
o offered leadership a range of solutions to problems; reduced delays and facilitated choice of course of action
o provided input to BTRY leadership; minimized faults in the actions and awards tracking process
o cross-trained five other Soldiers to handle orderly room operations in his absence; sustained operations and maintained information flow with BN
o conducted duties as a Rapid Deployment Container Inspector; inspected 50 Containers to ensure efficiency and durability prior to deployment to JRTC 20-01
o completed SSD II in a timely manner; set himself up for career success
o understood subordinate actions as a reflection of his leadership; consistently analyzed personal actions to ensure a good example was set
o reduced Arms Room shortages in COEI/BII by over $120,000 through accurate tracking and tenacious acquisitions
o completed Phase II and III of 12N ALC with a combined average of 92.82%
o incorporated a highly improved administrative processing system; effectively streamlined over 540 Soldier actions
o completed six semester hours of college toward his bachelors degree; maintained a 3.8 GPA
o provided critical insight to the command during the company restructure; maintained morale and discipline despite turmoil
o technically proficient Instructor; successfully instructed and graduated four 92m10 courses with an overall GPA of 92.3%
o completed 31 credit hours towards a Bachelors degree in Education; maintained a 3.3 GPA
o completed 150 resident military education hours and implemented that knowledge into his classroom
o improvised to meet shipping deadline; coordinated with sister unit for resource sharing; adopted as new shop procedure
o brought innovation to equipment room; reorganized, doubled storage capacity without sacrificing equipment care
o identified lack of shielding as cause of intermittent failure; corrected chronic problem and saved thousands in repair parts and time
o maximized the use of automation to reduce workload and delays; new procedures adapted by the entire unit for admin processing
o organized internal command maintenance program resulting in a 98% operational readiness rate for all team assigned equipment
o expert SARSS technician; identified and solved system and software errors that would have impaired SSA operations and mission execution
o implemented a proactive program to reduce tool shortages; over 900 man hours saved in six month period
o used tact and diplomacy when briefing Joint Service, Host Nation and Foreign Dignitaries while deployed; increased opportunities for cooperative training
o developed a unique and efficient approach for debriefing crewmembers returning from missions involving critically or fatally wounded soldiers
o revised and implemented the company Field Sanitation Program and SOP converting the inspected area from black to green
o synchronized a myriad of admin, logistics and training requirements to provide predictability and precise planning through a dynamic and enforced battle rhythm
o added theater specific trauma lanes to the Brigade CLS course: created a realistic training environment to over 2600 deploying Warriors
o demonstrated adaptability by transitioning from 2 different weapon systems within months notice
o procured an Expeditionary Deployable Oxygen Concentration System decreasing oxygen ressupply from two weeks to less than 72 hours
o possessed strong technical and operational knowledge in all facets of position held; superb results filling the Maintenance Control Sergeant slot for eight months
o assisted in the designing and planning of the expansion of FOB Salerno theater FARP and AHA; improved aircraft versatility and ammuntion storage capacity by 20%
o advanced through duty positions as Survey Team Member, Survey Team Chief, Reconnaissance NCO, and ultimately Operations NCO during his assignment with the 3rd CST(WMD)
o developed concepts of support, which integrated group's logistical capabilities, subsequently increasing unit efficiency by 20%
o used all available resources to accomplish all missions assigned; a no-nonsense NCO who produced concrete results
o analyzed and tracked enemy historical point of origin sites; assisted in effective enemy attack zone targeting, reduced IDF attacks by 40%
o unparalleled ability to multitask and achieve outstanding results; reduced maintenance work order back log by 50% in less than 3 months
o embraced leadership roles with a primary focus on standards, counseling and MEDPROS; sacrificed family and personal time to resolve Soldiers' issues
o inherited a sub-standard Maintenance Control program; made improvements that exceeded Brigade standards
o selected from among peers to become the Army's first C-20 flight engineer; expanded crew capabilities immediately
o revised examination procedures for crew members, incorporated low light requirements, improved mission readiness
o tactfully managed problems of leading a task force of over 300 US and Thai soldiers; increased cooperation increased experience for both sides
o demonstrated outstanding aptitude for recruiting operations and administrative functions necessary for success as a RRNCO
o used time wisely, consistently excelled at completing assigned tasks on time to meet critical deadlines
o developed the first-ever maintenance SOP, created a standardized system for the Iraqi Border Patrol
o his organizational skills and attention to detail enhanced overall unit effectiveness
o established company and battalion level battle drills while adapting to evolving enemy TTPs
o his sound judgment and tactical savvy kept his crew alive during 33 IED attacks and his keen eye found another 7 IEDs before detonation
o displayed outstanding interpersonal communication skills by developing a rapport with the DOD civilian run range control to achieve a 96% reservation acceptance rate
o technically and tactically proficient Master Gunner; supervised over 200 ranges and qualifications across the brigade
o wrote the GrantHeard Dictionary, an invaluable reference used in ROTC BNs across the country
o battery named best at ground defense by the Commanding General at Ft Sill
o commended by USAREUR IG for NCO Certification Program established for the Bn
o received DIA commendations for his contributions to the POW-MIA National Data Base
o prioritized travel of all replacements during Operation Scorched Earth meeting 100% of DA requirements
o quick response and medical skills saved six soldiers' lives during Operation Mine Shaft
o knowledge of PDF Order-Of-Battle enhanced this unit's capabilities for Operation Polar Strike
o won Third Region Soldier of the Year Competition
o won highly competitive role model award from Federally Employed Women, Adelphi Chapter
o was first to identify AACS as breeding ground for Aedas Aldopictus Mosquito
o rated Best Wrecker Operator in the Brigade by the Commander
o technically and tactically proficient Master Gunner; supervised over 200 ranges and qualifications across the brigade
o spearheaded renovations for over twenty B-HUT's with limited time and resources to accommodate living area shortages for brigade personnel in OEF
o surpassed the Brigade's retention goals by 110%
o won the Fort Sheridan land navigation course competition
o received ARCOM for Best Contact Maintenance vehicle during Corps Logistic Inspection
o received Battalion rating of Excellence for OPFOR leader in company Field Training Exercise
o received ACOE Customer Service Excellence Award in September 2009
o selected over 22 SFCs to be the Senior Instructor of Jumpmaster Branch
o considered to be the best First Sergeant by all outside organizations we deal with
o his intelligence reports cited by Pentagon analysts as the most relevant in 10 years
o selected for induction into the Sergeant Morales Club
o honor graduate from the Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course
o continually improved technical and Cyber skills knowledge, completing over 200 hours of classroom training; enhanced Cyber Mission Team effectiveness by 6%
o provided valuable input for more than ## intelligence reports; aided in identifying intelligence trends and needs throughout the operating environment
o ensured approval of 5628 range and land requests enabling repetitive certifications on various weapons systems and operations training for over 15,000 personnel
o flawlessly devised and developed a plan to prep and deploy two UH-60 helicopters and all required equipment to JRTC rotation 15-06 in support of 1/82 BCT
o selected to serve as the PSG on multiple occasions due to his superior abilities and competency resulting in sustained operations and flawless mission continuation
o continually sought after by seniors, peers and subordinates throughout the BN as the sole point of contact for Automated Logistics related issues and systems training
o inducted into both the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club and Honorable Order of Saint Barbara for his competence as Leader and Lifetime accomplishments in the ADA
o tediously monitored Quality System standards and maintained a 1% zero balance rate, exceeding the TRADOC objective of no more than 10 percent
o continually sought after by seniors, peers and subordinates throughout the BN as the sole point of contact for Automated Logistics related issues and systems training
o embraced leadership roles tenaciously with a primary focus on standards, counseling and MEDPROS; sacrificed family and personal time to resolve Soldier's issues
o earned an Associates Degree in General Studies during this rating period; diligent in pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Behavioral Science with a current GPA of 3.76
o a sufficiently knowledgeable and resourceful Noncommissioned Officer; used all available resources to successfully deliver daily instruction
o received into the Order of Saint Martin by the USAREUR G4 for his cumulative contributions to USAREUR and the 172D Infantry Brigade
o provided logistical advice; supervised the initial fielding of 22 trucks, ammunition, uniforms, and other MTOE to Iraqi Security Battalion
o completed over 50 combat missions while assigned to an Infantry Company in the Sunni Triangle during OIF 03-06
o inherited a sub-standard Maintenance Control program; made improvements that exceeded Brigade standards
o qualified expert with the M16A2 and SAW
o delegated effectively; developed his subordinates to lead
o extremely competent and dedicated NCO
o developed, implemented the Iraqi Border Police's Maintenance, Driver's Training and Dispatching programs
o very resourceful and innovative NCO
o accomplished 120 of 145 upgrade/qualification tasks; 75% completed on three airframes--ahead of peers
o conducted 16 sniper missions to limit terrorist movement in the Company AO; decreased IED activity by 50%
o consistently displayed sound mature judgment
o task oriented and detail minded; completes assignments to the fullest while staying focused to make sound and thoughtful decisions
o developed a new system to in-process personnel with an accurate 23 line item checklist and a tracking system to ensure Soldiers visit key offices and are held accountable
o developed and managed short-range planning calendars for the Bn providing improved visibilty of operational and strategical goals and facilitating an operational readiness rate of 98%
o maximized limited resources to achieve excellent results; has outstanding situational awareness and organizational skills
o commended by the Battalion Commander for his Leaderbook; now used as an example for others to follow
o outstanding Battle Staff skills; key to success of platoon and company operations
o improved Battalion supply, maintenance, and financial programs; produced a 20% increase in equipment serviceability rates
o earned runner up for 1st Armored Division NCO of the year award
o chosen as Observer Controller to assist an FSB which resulted in a successful JRTC rotation
o committed to excellence; anything less is unacceptable
o sent three Soldiers to five XX courses; amplified mission requirements and enhanced XX analytical capabilities
o possessed versatile XX knowledge and XX expertise; superbly handled two additional duties
o used exceptionally sound judgment and diplomacy when addressing command climate survey with command team
o made sound decisions with precision and accuracy; a force multiplier
o demonstrated maturity and leadership as acting First Sergeant, led the unit through turbulent times
o excelled as First Sergeant when company 1SG was absent
o recognized by Battalion CSM for excellent performance as acting First Sergeant
o selected above peers to act as 1SG
o assigned as the NCOIC of the company-level Quality Control section due to his technical and tactical expertise
o orchestrated an efficient maintenance plan which recovered 15 UH60A aircraft upon redeployment from OEF and OIF
o sought self-improvement through correspondence courses while deployed during OIF II
o selected for promotion to Sergeant First Class from the secondary zone
o completed 24 semester hours while maintaining a 3.4 GPA
o achieved 100% SIDPERS timeliness for 12 consecutive months; awarded Army Achievement Medal
o maintained an 85% solve rate on investigative actions; above USACIDC's goal!
o scored a perfect score of 1000 points on Tank Table VIII as Tank Commander
o reduced Qualified Not Enlisted rate from 10 percent to all time low of 2.8 percent
o led a highly successful isolated unit 400 miles from supervision and support at Fort Stewart
o AWOL during rating period; no training conducted, impacting unit readiness and soldier's professional growth
o neglected professional development; did not show a desire to learn new things
o struggled to maintain focus and productivity when multitasking; overwhelmed when working unfamiliar tasks
o displayed poor judgment in Basic Leader Course; received a dismissal for committing academic dishonesty
o failed to prioritize workload and use effective time management; showed little motivation to adapt to the work environment
o refused to seek out new experience and professional growth; failed to develop his tactical and technical knowledge to improve his responsibilities
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