Brik Hazel
Summary
Infantry Squad Leader specializing in tactical planning, logistics coordination, and team collaboration. Successfully led teams through high-pressure tactical operations, fostering mentorship and collaboration to achieve mission objectives. Committed to developing future leaders in challenging environments. As a unit leader, I have had to remain flexible in prosecuting a wide variety of missions, including locating, closing with, and destroying the enemy, augmenting federal law enforcement, and training Marines and Sailors in small unit tactics and hand-to-hand combat. Critical thinking, teamwork, and flexibility are the hallmarks of a good infantryman.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Squad Leader
USMC
Twentynine Palms, California
12.2024 - Current
- Led infantry squad in tactical maneuvers and combat operations.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and supply distribution during missions.
- Executed strategic plans for mission objectives with precision and clarity.
- Provided guidance to squad members on tactical operations, battle drills, and mission objectives.
- Maintained accountability of personnel and equipment during operations.
- Coordinated with higher command to ensure successful completion of missions.
- Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.
- Spearheaded the squad during live-fire battle drills, close combat training, and urban exercises at various locations.
- Deployed to Los Angeles as part of Task Force 51, per presidential order.
Infantry Team Leader
USMC
Twentynine Palms, California
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Led a team of Marines in tactical operations and mission planning.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure the well-being of team members.
- Developed strategies for effective communication during high-pressure situations.
- Mentored junior Marines in leadership, tactics, and operational procedures.
- Evaluated team performance to identify areas for improvement and training needs.
- Monitored team morale levels and provided counseling when necessary for improved performance.
- Deployed to the Indo-Pacific in order to react if needed.
Infantryman Grenadier
USMC
Twentynine Palms, California
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducted combat drills to enhance teamwork and tactical skills.
- Operated various weapons systems in training exercises and simulated scenarios.
- Maintained equipment and ensured readiness for deployment activities.
- Collaborated with team members to execute mission plans effectively.
- Assisted in the development of tactical strategies for unit operations.
- Provided support in reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence data.
Sergeant-at-Arms
La State Senate
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed legislative sessions and maintained order during proceedings.
- Coordinated with law enforcement to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Assisted in the preparation of chambers for meetings and events.
- Enforced rules and regulations within the Senate to uphold decorum.
- Collaborated with staff to address issues arising during legislative activities.
- Oversaw the distribution of materials and resources for Senate functions.
- Conducted pre-event checks of facilities to ensure they are safe and secure prior to opening doors for public access.
- Provided first layer of security for members of the Senate
Education
Organizational Leadership
Corporals Course
Twentynine Palms, CA08-2025
Martial Arts/close Combat Instruction
Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor Course
Twentynine Palms, CA05-2025
Advanced Infantry Tactics And Employment
Advanced Infantry Marine Course
Kaneohe, HI03-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Intelligence
American Military University
Online0311 MOS - Infantry Tactics
Infantry Marine Course
Camp Pendleton, CA06-2023
Intelligence
The Citadel
Charleston, South Carolina, SCHigh School Diploma -
Holy Savior Menard Highschool
Alexandria, LA05-2019
Skills
- Tactical planning
- Leadership development
- Team collaboration
- Logistics coordination
- Strategic communication
- Critical thinking
- Safety management
- Weapons proficiency
- Tactical leadership
- Intelligence gathering
- Physical fitness
- Small unit tactics
- Personnel mentoring
- Tactical consulting
- Briefing leadership
- Sound decision making
- Hand-to-hand combat
- First aid proficiency
- Event sequencing
- Conducting risk assessments
Accomplishments
Company Honor Graduate MCRD 2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Infantry Squad Leader
USMC
12.2024 - Current
Infantry Team Leader
USMC
04.2024 - 12.2024
Infantryman Grenadier
USMC
09.2022 - 03.2024
Sergeant-at-Arms
La State Senate
05.2021 - 06.2022
Organizational Leadership
Corporals Course
Martial Arts/close Combat Instruction
Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor Course
Advanced Infantry Tactics And Employment
Advanced Infantry Marine Course
Some College (No Degree) - Intelligence
American Military University
0311 MOS - Infantry Tactics
Infantry Marine Course
Intelligence
The Citadel
High School Diploma -
Holy Savior Menard Highschool