Carissa Deeney
Flagstaff,AZ
Summary
Gain admission to Northern Arizona University's Combined School Psychology and Counseling doctoral program with the goal of licensure and practice in the state of Arizona.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Commander
56th Mission Support Group
Luke Air Force Base, AZ
06.2026 - Current
- Coordinated communications, personnel, security, logistics, contracting, and infrastructure support at Air Force's largest fighter wing, enhancing operational readiness.
- Directed priorities and scheduling for leadership of 1,800 personnel across six functional disciplines and family support organizations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Advocated for expanded resources and solutions to address manpower and infrastructure shortfalls, sustaining fighter pilot production and contributing to 75% of the world's fighter pilots.
Air Mobility Command Liaison Officer
United States Air Forces Europe & Africa
Ramstein, Germany
06.2024 - Current
- Developed air distribution processes in Europe & Africa, resulting in $14M savings.
- Delivered "History of Air Mobility" & "Leading through Loss" courses, preparing hundreds of logisticians and command teams for future leadership roles.
- Coordinated cross-command communication for the largest air refueling operation since WWII.
Commander, 87th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
, NJ
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Led 430 Total Force military and civilian personnel in transportation, deployments, and material management at Department of Defense's only tri-service Joint Base.
- Managed Air Mobility Command's largest supply operation and vehicle fleet supporting 5 Wings and 120 aircraft.
- Created mental and physical health resiliency program "SPARTAN HEART" adopted as a benchmark across 60 units in New Jersey.
Officer Training School Instructor & Air Command and Staff College Fellow
Maxwell Air Force Base
, AL
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Achieved top 5% GPA among 442 degree-seeking students, selected as Flight leader and Distinguished Graduate for academic excellence.
- As post-graduate instructor, taught 3 courses, led curriculum audit, and guided students in research publication.
- Earned "Master Instructor" qualification and contributed to a manuscript for Commandant's Research Project, influencing future Air Power Theory.
Aerial Port Operations Officer
731st Air Mobility Squadron
Osan, Republic of Korea
11.2017 - 07.2019
- Directed 24-hr operations for 60,000 Department of Defense passengers and mission-critical cargo on 1,200 missions per year.
- Coordinated airlift loading and ramp operations for United Nations Command Repatriation of 55 fallen service members from North Korea to the United States
- Led cargo operations for the largest live-fly exercise in the Korean peninsula in over 30 years and the first strategic summit between North Korean Leader and the US President.
Curriculum Area Manager, Executive Officer and Chief of Commanders Action Group, Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Headquarters
Jeanne M. Holm Center
Maxwell, AL
11.2014 - 10.2017
Operations Officer & International Agreements Officer
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy Europe & Africa
Kleber, Germany
10.2011 - 10.2014
- (October 2012 April 2013, DLA Energy Liaison Officer, Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan)
Fuels Management Flight Commander
628th Logistics Readiness Squadron
03.2010 - 09.2011
- Passenger Operations Flight Commander & Officer-In-Charge Cargo Operations, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, Joint Base Charleston, SC (February 2011 June 2011, Deployments and Distribution Flight Commander, 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait)
Officer-In-Charge Deployments and Distribution
437th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Charleston, SC
10.2007 - 02.2010
- (September 2009 February 2010, Sub-Area Petroleum Officer, Joint Task Force Bravo, Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras)
Case Manager
Meridian Health Services
Muncie, IN
06.2006 - 11.2006
- Developed & communicated treatment plans to clients and caregivers.
- Facilitated 6-8 hours of psychoeducational groups per week.
- Collaborated with a multi-discipline team to foster occupational goals and independent living.
Education
Master of Education - School Psychology & Counseling Psychology
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05-2028
Some College (No Degree) - Air War College
Air University
Maxwell AFB, AL05-2024
Master of Military Science -
Air Command and Staff College, Air University
Maxwell AFB, AL01-2021
Master of Business Administration -
Webster University
St. Louis, MO01-2010
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ball State University
Muncie, IN01-2006
Skills
- Strategic Communication
- Multi-Discipline Teamwork
- Organizational Health
- Intervention Strategies
- Task Management
- Curriculum Design
- Lesson Planning
- Research & Publication
- Academic Writing
- Presentation skills
- Professional Development
- Critical Thinking
Personal Information
Title: Lt Col, USAF
INTERESTS
Fitness, Reading, Cooking, Travel
ACHIEVEMENTS
Webster University Academic Honors (3.98/4.0 GPA 2010), Air Command & Staff College Distinguished Graduate (3.97/4.0 GPA - 2021), Published: The Case for ACE - Wild Blue Yonder (2022), Unpublished: Theory of Information Warfare (2022); Air Education & Training Command Master Instructor (2022)
COMMUNICATION
As Liaison Officer, coordinates Air Mobility Commands airlift and ground support requirements across multi-national exercises and operations with joint and Allied partners. As Squadron Commander, communicated resourcing requirements & operational effects across Department of Defenses sole tri-service joint base. As Case Manager, communicated individual treatment strategies to clients, family members, and treatment teams.
LEADERSHIP
As Instructor, led subordinates, peers, and prospective officers in critical thinking, academic writing, and field exercise evaluations. As Squadron Commander, led 435 Total Force Airmen to accomplish in-garrison and contingency missions. As Deputy Group Commander, synchronized six functional command teams to support 5,000 base personnel and 50,000 local military affiliates/retirees.
Accomplishments
- International Society for Logistics Engineers Research Award (2021)
Air Force Volunteer Service Medal (2009)
Timeline
Deputy Commander
56th Mission Support Group
06.2026 - Current
Air Mobility Command Liaison Officer
United States Air Forces Europe & Africa
06.2024 - Current
Commander, 87th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
07.2022 - 06.2024
Officer Training School Instructor & Air Command and Staff College Fellow
Maxwell Air Force Base
08.2019 - 06.2022
Aerial Port Operations Officer
731st Air Mobility Squadron
11.2017 - 07.2019
Curriculum Area Manager, Executive Officer and Chief of Commanders Action Group, Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Headquarters
Jeanne M. Holm Center
11.2014 - 10.2017
Operations Officer & International Agreements Officer
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy Europe & Africa
10.2011 - 10.2014
Fuels Management Flight Commander
628th Logistics Readiness Squadron
03.2010 - 09.2011
Officer-In-Charge Deployments and Distribution
437th Logistics Readiness Squadron
10.2007 - 02.2010
Case Manager
Meridian Health Services
06.2006 - 11.2006
Master of Education - School Psychology & Counseling Psychology
Butler University
Some College (No Degree) - Air War College
Air University
Master of Military Science -
Air Command and Staff College, Air University
Master of Business Administration -
Webster University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ball State University