Christopher Hinds
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced professional with over 20 years of leadership and training experience, specializing in team management, technical skills development, and operational readiness. Skilled in facilitating knowledge transfer, managing high-pressure environments, and guiding teams to achieve excellence. Adept at mentoring individuals in critical problem-solving, resilience, and decision-making. Dedicated leader with a strong understanding of organizational protocols and effective communication. Proven ability to maintain focus, adaptability, and composure while delivering high-quality support in dynamic, real-world situations. Driven by a passion for achieving project goals within dynamic environments. Developed skills in strategic planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement. Ready to transition into a new field, leveraging a strong ability to streamline processes and enhance team productivity.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Working Dog Program Manager
United States Air Force
05.2021 - 11.2024
- Led the Military Working Dog program as the Action Officer, managing $126M in assets,74 facilities globally and900 personnel; driving initiatives that enhanced both operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Authored key policies and doctrine, establishing comprehensive guidelines to support Military Working Dog operations
- Collaborated as a member of the Joint Service Committee, working with multi-service teams to strengthen cross-agency coordination and operations
- Optimized operational processes through data analytics, ensuring seamless readiness and robust support for all areas of program management
Manager, Standardization and Evaluation
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 05.2021
- Led the Standardization and Evaluation program, ensuring strict adherence to military standards through no-notice inspections while enhancing operational readiness with trend reporting
- Served as Operations Superintendent, overseeing daily security operations and driving mission success for $10B airfield
- Directed Military Working Dog teams during deployments, including managing security operations at FOB Oqab, Afghanistan (2018-2019)
- Provided leadership as Flight Chief and NCOIC of the Military Working Dog Section, mentoring and training military personnel to ensure peak performance
- Coordinated large-scale security operations during deployments, including supervising the Large Vehicle Search Area at Eskan Village AB, Saudi Arabia (2017)
Instructor Supervisor
United States Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Managed and led the Military Working Dog Handler Course as Instructor Supervisor, overseeing 30 instructors and ensuring rigorous training for 500 incoming handlers annually
- Authored a comprehensive rewrite of the curriculum, enhancing its structure, clarity, and overall effectiveness
- Acted as Team Leader and Instructor, developing training programs and supervising the professional development of new handlers
Patrolman/Military Working Dog Handler
United States Air Force
12.2008 - 12.2011
- Performed duties as a Military Working Dog Handler and provided security support during deployments
- Deployed to Al Udeid, Qatar (2010), supporting security and anti-terrorism efforts
- Conducted high-priority security missions as a Security Forces Patrolman in a high-threat environment
Security Forces Supervisor
United States Air Force
07.2002 - 12.2008
- Developed expertise in Military Working Dog Handling and security operations during various overseas assignments
- Served in several key roles, including Flight Chief, Dispatcher and Patrolman
- Contributed to security efforts as part of a Fire Team during deployments to Kirkuk AB, Iraq2006 and2004
- Al Dhafra AB, UAE (2005) and Al Udeid AB, Qatar2002-2003
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03.2013
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03.2013
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management : Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance in dynamic, high-pressure environments
- Military Training & Instruction : Experienced in academic and operational training, developing and delivering high-quality instruction
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Adept at working with diverse teams and agencies to enhance operational success
- Physical and Mental Conditioning : Committed to maintaining physical, mental, and emotional fitness for demanding environments
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt,2022
- Community College of the Air Force Instructor Level1,2013
TRAINING
- Joint Senior Professional Military Education II Course, 2018
- Air Force Association Emerging Leaders Program, 2018
- Course 14/USAF SNCO Academy, 2017
- Evasion and Conduct After Capture, 2016
- Kennel Master/Trainer Course, 2015
- Joint Senior Professional Military Education Course, 2015
- Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, 2015
- Instructor Intervention Course, 2013
- Instructor Supervisor Course, 2013
- Objectives and Tests, 2013
- Fundamentals of Instructional System Development Course, 2013
- Basic Instructor course, 2013
- Military Working Dog Handler Course, 2008
- Security Forces Craftsmen Course, 2007
- Airman Leadership School, 2007
- Security Force Apprentice Course, 2002
- Basic Military Training, 2002
Timeline
Military Working Dog Program Manager
United States Air Force
05.2021 - 11.2024
Manager, Standardization and Evaluation
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 05.2021
Instructor Supervisor
United States Air Force
01.2012 - 01.2016
Patrolman/Military Working Dog Handler
United States Air Force
12.2008 - 12.2011
Security Forces Supervisor
United States Air Force
07.2002 - 12.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force
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