Berkley Shirah
SEMMES,AL
Summary
Results-driven professional with a proven track record in high-level administrative and leadership roles. Successfully completed a challenging and rewarding military career, showcasing exceptional dedication and commitment. Prepared to seamlessly transition into the civilian workforce, eager to bring valuable skills and experience to contribute to a new professional environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Chief of Staff
Joint Forces Headquarters
03.2021 - 06.2024
- Program Manager for 10.6 million dollar budget. Performed financial and managerial analyses to evaluate data and make recommendations, prepare financial reports and projections and conduct presentations.
- Supervised staff and participated in hiring, training and performance evaluations to establish and enforce policies and procedures for business functions.
- Developed the All Hazards Communications Plan to support the Emergency Operations Plan for (DSCA) Defense Support of Civil Authorities.
- Developed comprehensive reports for executive leadership, facilitating data-driven decision-making processes.
Deputy Brigade Commander, Administrative Officer
226th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Perform collaboration with municipal, county and state agencies to develop and evaluate emergency management program and coordinate Task Force Tarponś role of support to Mobile and Baldwin county Emergency Management Agencies during a DSCA response event.
- Managed multiple departments within the brigade, ensuring efficient operations and personnel management.
- Managed complex logistical operations involving transportation, equipment maintenance, and supply distribution.
- Conducted Table Top training exercises to evaluate and refine emergency management and hazard mitigation plans.
Secretary of the General Staff
Joint Forces Headquarters, Alabama National Guard
06.2015 - 11.2018
- Executive Officer for the Director of the Joint Staff.
- Organized high-level meetings involving multiple stakeholders while managing agendas, logistics, communication materials.
- Key advisor to the command group, coordinating command operations and managing administrative matters, including staff actions, correspondence, and policy letters.
Brigade Staff Officer
226th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade
07.2009 - 06.2015
- The Brigades' Senior Logistical professional.
- Provide logistical assistance to civilian authorities during domestic emergencies, with support ranging from disaster relief to law enforcement support, always under the command of military channels and initiated by requests from civil authorities.
- Responsible for coordinating, maintaining and training for (PODS) points of distribution sites operations as needed in response to disaster relief and recovery.
- Manage all aspects of the brigade's logistics, including supply chain management, facility support, and ensuring the brigade has the necessary resources and supplies for operations.
Company Commander,Battalion Administrative Officer
711th Signal BN
05.2005 - 07.2009
- Served as an ambassador for the organization during community outreach events, strengthening relationships with local stakeholders and enhancing public understanding of military missions.
- Deployed in support of intrastate DCSA agreement with Louisiana to provide assistance with Hurricane Katrina relief and recovery operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of South Alabama
Mobile, ALMasters - Strategic Studies and Leadership
U.S. Naval War College
Newport, RISkills
- Government relations
- Meeting facilitation
- Employee mentoring
- Process improvement
- Leadership qualities
- Scheduling and coordination
- Strong teamwork
- Operational leadership
- Staff development
- Military operations
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Timeline
Deputy Chief of Staff
Joint Forces Headquarters
03.2021 - 06.2024
Deputy Brigade Commander, Administrative Officer
226th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade
11.2018 - 03.2021
Secretary of the General Staff
Joint Forces Headquarters, Alabama National Guard
06.2015 - 11.2018
Brigade Staff Officer
226th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade
07.2009 - 06.2015
Company Commander,Battalion Administrative Officer
711th Signal BN
05.2005 - 07.2009
Masters - Strategic Studies and Leadership
U.S. Naval War College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of South Alabama
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