Daniel Bassett
Lake Mary,FL
Summary
Highly accomplished senior executive and strategic leader with 30 years of progressive experience serving as a Chief Enlisted Manager in the United States Air Force, providing organizational leadership, workforce development, operational oversight, and strategic direction in complex, high-performance environments. Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams, manage multimillion-dollar resources, drive organizational change, and develop high-performing personnel while maintaining a relentless focus on mission accomplishment, accountability, and operational excellence. Trusted advisor to senior leaders with extensive experience in talent management, strategic planning, process improvement, risk management, training and development, and cross-functional collaboration. Recognized for building cohesive teams, solving complex problems, and delivering measurable results under demanding conditions. Top Secret | SCI | SSBI clearance.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Enlisted Manager
United States Air Force
Ramstein Air Base, Germany
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Led a team of 126 in shaping engagement, recruitment, retention, training, and talent standards for the USAF ISR portfolio.
- Developed seven tiers of knowledge and skills, reviewed over 500 personnel applications, and identified over 100 leadership positions.
- Rebuilt professional development into a 180-academic-hour, three-tier continuum across 12 core fields supporting over 29K personnel.
- Overhauled staffing assignments, published SOPs, launched the web portal, and supported daily operations through structured hiring.
- Interviewed 300 operations managers and directors, analyzed survey data, and completed the first program overhaul in 14 years.
- Supervised 300 personnel across 5 organizations, supported 5K personnel, and improved customer satisfaction from 65% to 97%.
- Managed the relocation program, a $12M relocation budget, supported over 800 relocation moves and earned the annual team award.
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Air Force, USAF
Royal Air Force Base Molesworth, UK
03.2016 - 02.2019
- Implemented policy guidance across assigned teams to support consistent operations and command expectations.
- Supported workforce planning by aligning personnel availability with daily mission priorities and training requirements.
- Guided human capital development through feedback, readiness reviews, and ongoing performance discussions.
- Coordinated partnership development with internal stakeholders to resolve staffing, training, and operational priorities.
Senior Enlisted Advisor
United States Air Force, USAF
Scott Air Force Base, IL
05.2013 - 03.2016
- Advised leadership on personnel issues, workplace concerns, and unit readiness priorities.
- Supported policy interpretation and application to align unit actions with command expectations.
- Coordinated communication between enlisted personnel and senior leaders to surface concerns and recommendations.
- Guided human capital development discussions to strengthen retention, performance, and professional growth.
Intelligence Analyst
Untied States Air Force
Various Worldwide Locations
05.1996 - 03.2013
- Prepared concise intelligence summaries for commanders and staff before operational planning sessions.
- Reviewed incoming data sources to verify relevance, accuracy, and alignment with current mission priorities.
- Coordinated with internal and external partners to exchange information and support shared objectives.
- Developed written assessments to translate complex findings into clear recommendations for decision-makers.
Senior Enlisted Advisor
United States Air Force, USAF
MacDill Air Force Base, Florida
02.2009 - 02.2013
- Advised leaders on policy implementation and workforce issues using clear analysis of unit needs and personnel trends.
- Coordinated daily communication between leadership and service members to address concerns, assignments, and operational updates.
- Supported workforce planning by reviewing staffing needs, availability, and unit priorities across multiple mission requirements.
- Maintained accurate records for personnel issues, training status, and administrative actions to support leadership decisions.
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force, USAF
FE Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming
12.1994 - 12.1995
- Enforced base security policies and documented incidents according to established military procedures.
- Monitored secured areas for unauthorized activity and responded to alarms with calm, direct action.
- Supported entry screening and visitor verification to maintain orderly access at the installation.
- Recorded incident details and communicated findings to supervisors for follow-up action.
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
Royal Air Force Base Lakenheath, UK
11.1992 - 11.1994
- Enforced security procedures across gates, patrol routes, and restricted areas with consistent attention to detail.
- Documented incidents, observations, and follow-up actions in clear reports for command review.
- Conducted vehicle and personnel checks at entry points to verify authorization and prevent unauthorized access.
- Followed post orders and chain-of-command instructions while maintaining a disciplined security presence.
Education
Associate of Science - Communications Application Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
- Policy implementation
- Partnership development
- Human capital development
- Talent acquisition strategy
- Workforce planning
- Training and development
- Process improvement
- Data analytics
- Business scenario analysis
- HR metrics reporting
- Change management
Certification
Specialized Military Training, Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education, Chief Leadership | Senior Enlisted Intelligence Master Skills | NSA Senior Civilian Leadership
Personal Information
Availability: Actively looking and applying for SkillBridge opportunities starting in January 2022. Currently stationed in Germany with the Air Force with a retirement date of 1 July 2022.
Timeline
Chief Enlisted Manager
United States Air Force
02.2019 - 06.2022
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2016 - 02.2019
Senior Enlisted Advisor
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2013 - 03.2016
Senior Enlisted Advisor
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2009 - 02.2013
Intelligence Analyst
Untied States Air Force
05.1996 - 03.2013
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force, USAF
12.1994 - 12.1995
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
11.1992 - 11.1994
Associate of Science - Communications Application Technology
Community College of the Air Force