Christopher Stanberry
Virginia Beach,Virginia
Summary
A seasoned leader from the United States Army, I excel in personnel management and operational planning. My career is marked by a high trainee graduation rate, demonstrating strong communication and critical thinking skills. Successfully managed multimillion-dollar equipment and enhanced team proficiency, showcasing a commitment to excellence and achievement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unaccompanied Housing Manager
United States Army
01.2024 - Current
- Improved Soldier satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and implementing effective solutions.
- Trained new staff members on policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in service delivery across the team.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while maintaining quality service provision.
- Updated record-keeping systems for improved organization and accessibility of important information.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Trained, supervised and organized over 30 Soldiers and personnel.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
Military Science Instructor
United States Army
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to review course materials and ensure alignment with established military training standards.
- Developed customized lesson plans for diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Enhanced student comprehension of military strategies through the use of historical case studies and group discussions.
- Assisted students in setting individual goals for academic achievement within the context of their chosen career paths in the military or civilian sectors.
Route Clearance Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
12.2015 - 09.2019
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Contributed valuable input during key decision-making processes as an integral member of the command team.
- Developed junior leaders through mentorship programs, enhancing their skillsets for future career progression.
- Coordinated successful missions through effective communication with adjacent units, higher headquarters, and support elements.
Drill Sergeant
United States Army
10.2013 - 11.2015
- Fostered resilience among trainees through challenging mental exercises focused on problem-solving techniques and adaptability strategies.
- Evaluated trainee progress regularly using standardized tests, individual assessments, and performance reviews to determine areas for improvement.
- Achieved a high graduation rate among trainees under my supervision by utilizing effective motivational techniques, maintaining high standards, and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Fostered a culture of teamwork and camaraderie among trainees through group activities, peer evaluations, and mutual support initiatives.
Combat Engineer Squad Leader
United States Army
01.2009 - 10.2009
- Increased unit proficiency by leading rigorous training exercises in demolitions, mine warfare, and obstacle construction.
- Expedited troop mobility with well-executed breaching techniques for natural or man-made obstacles during missions.
- Improved safety measures by conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $1,000,000.
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
Education
No Degree -
Basic Leaders Course
Fort Carson, COHigh School Diploma -
Bonham High School
Bonham, TX05-2000
Skills
- Personnel management
- Operational planning
- Training coordination
- Physical fitness
- Weapons expertise
- Critical thinking
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Adaptive learning
- Technical training
- Training delivery
Certification
- Virginia Driver's License
- Combat Action Badge (CAB) - U.S Department of the Army.
- Basic Parachutist Badge - U.S. Army.
- Firearms Proficiency Rating – Various Military Branch Specific Qualifications.
Timeline
Unaccompanied Housing Manager
United States Army
01.2024 - Current
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
11.2022 - 12.2023
Military Science Instructor
United States Army
09.2019 - 11.2022
Route Clearance Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
12.2015 - 09.2019
Drill Sergeant
United States Army
10.2013 - 11.2015
Combat Engineer Squad Leader
United States Army
01.2009 - 10.2009
No Degree -
Basic Leaders Course
High School Diploma -
Bonham High School
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