Brandon Worsham
Auburn
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in the Army, excelling in operational planning and personnel management. Proven track record in enhancing mission readiness and building morale among troops. Skilled in weapons handling and training implementation, effectively preparing teams for high-stakes environments while fostering a culture of discipline and accountability.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
Army
03.2019 - Current
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Advised Maintenance Control Officer regarding needed repairs and material readiness.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Coordinated infantry positioning and equipment locations to facilitate safety and efficiency.
- Disciplined subordinates for rules infractions and poor performance.
- Coordinated with other military branches to execute operations.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Instructor
Army
03.2015 - 03.2019
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
Squad Leader
Army
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
- Coordinated fire suppression actions with air operations and local emergency response entities.
- Organized and directed chain saw work, overseeing tool maintenance, and safety measures.
- Supervised engine crew and reviewed completed work for accuracy, safety, and quality.
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- Assessed battlefield conditions such as terrain and enemy fire effectiveness to organize and deploy team members effectively.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $5,000,000.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
Infantryman
Army
03.2005 - 03.2010
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Military University
Charles Town, WV02-2019
Skills
- Building morale
- Overseeing training
- Maintaining security
- Surveillance techniques
- Personnel management
- Disciplinary procedures
- Operational planning
- Weapons handling
- Field training
- Training implementation
- Mission readiness planning
- Administrative support
- Security management
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
Army
03.2019 - Current
Instructor
Army
03.2015 - 03.2019
Squad Leader
Army
03.2010 - 03.2015
Infantryman
Army
03.2005 - 03.2010
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Military University
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