Antwaun McCalla
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Experienced Staff Sergeant Infantryman offering 8 + years of experience with United States Army. Expert communication skills, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and leadership skills. Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet unit goals. Courageous individual tasked with overseeing weapons inspections and maintenance and helping build soldiers and lead combat patrols with strong moral character. Well-grounded Squad Leader with background in reporting and managing others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infantry Fire Team Leader
United States Army
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and tactical planning.
- Led successful missions by conducting thorough pre-mission briefings and ensuring team members understood objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency.
- Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
- Improved overall unit readiness with consistent training exercises focused on individual skills and teamwork.
- Maintained high levels of discipline, resulting in a cohesive and efficient fire team.
Armorer
United State Army
09.2018 - 10.2022
- Improved unit readiness by maintaining accurate inventory and securing sensitive items for the armory.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine inspections and maintenance on assigned weapons systems.
- Maintained detailed daily logs of equipment use with 100% accuracy.
- Managed $1million worth of Military gear and sensitive items with zero losses.
- Managed physical security of weapons, munitions and keys, coordinating organization and inventory tracking to maintain consistency.
- Accounted for weapons, munitions and associated equipment, creating inventories and replenishing.
- Kept detailed records of sensitive equipment functionality, maintenance and inventories.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and optimize overall armory performance.
Infantry Squad Leader
United Sates Army
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Developed cohesion among team members through regular team-building exercises and open communication.
- Ensured mission success with thorough planning, preparation, and execution of tactical operations.
- Enhanced overall unit readiness by conducting individual skill assessments and providing targeted coaching.
- Established robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential operational challenges or disruptions.
- Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Maximized operational efficiency by streamlining administrative processes within the squad''s daily routine.
- Supervised and led squad of dozens soldiers, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty and integrity.
Education
Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School
Lithia Springs, GA05.2015
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Basic Leaders Course
Germany10.2019
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Advanced Leaders Course
Little Rock, AR02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN06.2028
Skills
- Policy Implementation
- Staff Development
- Workforce Management
- Strategic Planning
- Adaptability in the face of adversity
- Integrity
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- communication
- Public Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Data analysis
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Active SECERT Clearence
- Army Commendation Medal x3
- Army Achievement Medal x5
- Army Good Conduct Medal X2
- National Defense Service Medal
- Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medalx4
- Certificate of Achievement x2
- Expert Infantryman Badge
- Driver and Mechanic Badge
- Expert Marksmanship Badge
- Suicide Prevention Representative
- Better Opportunity for Soldiers Representative
- German Military Weapons Mastery award
- German Military Fitness Award
Certification
Combat life saver
Hazmat handling and Certificantion for Transportation
Combativites level 1
Combativtes level 2
Urban Breacher course
Field sanitation course
Counter IED
Air Assault/Rappel
Introduction to Information Security
Cyber awareness
Information Security
Structured self Development 1
Structured self Development 2
Timeline
Infantry Squad Leader
United Sates Army
01.2020 - 01.2024
Armorer
United State Army
09.2018 - 10.2022
Infantry Fire Team Leader
United States Army
Lithia Springs Comprehensive High School
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Basic Leaders Course
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Advanced Leaders Course
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Security
Austin Peay State University