Brendin Armstrong
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Senior leader with extensive experience in operational planning and team management, honed over years with the U.S. Army. Expert in training coordination and security management, achieving 100% accountability of equipment worth over $750,000. Demonstrates exceptional operational leadership and precision supervision, ensuring the safety and success in complex environments. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army
11.2022 - Current
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Advised Maintenance Control Officer regarding needed repairs and material readiness.
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 38 soldiers and personnel.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 60 soldiers and in combat training with NATO counterparts
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
U.S. Army Recruiter
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
06.2019 - 11.2022
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
Infantry Squad Leader
U.S. Army
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $750,000.
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Supervised and led squad of 16 soldiers, setting high standard of efficiency, loyalty, and integrity.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Identified issues between soldiers and successfully resolved problems through active listening and interpersonal communication.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Assessed battlefield conditions such as terrain and enemy fire effectiveness to organize and deploy team members effectively.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL04.2026
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL09.2024
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Ankeny, IA05.2014
Skills
- Team Management
- Operational planning
- Precision Supervision
- Training Coordination
- Security management
- Disciplinary procedures
- Training implementation
- Administrative Support
- Sales Leadership
- Project Team Leadership
- Operational leadership
- Business Leadership
Affiliations
- National Infantry Association
Certification
Hazmat License - 2016 to Present
Suicide Intervention - 2017 to Present
Secret Security Clearance - 2014 to Present
Timeline
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army
11.2022 - Current
U.S. Army Recruiter
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
06.2019 - 11.2022
Infantry Squad Leader
U.S. Army
06.2015 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
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