Daniel Hill
Army Officer
Sanford,NC
Summary
Knowledgeable Army Officer bringing 21 years of leadership experience to the work force, seeking full-time employment that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills. Organized and disciplined, with a solid history of building effective teams and relationship to synchronize efforts in support of internal and external mission requirements. Well versed in public affairs and communication strategies working closely with global media. Successful at managing multiple priorities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Public Affairs
United States Army, Joint Special Operations Comma
Fort Liberty, NC
07.2022 - Current
- Primary advisor to the commander on all strategic communications.
- Leads a team of two uniformed personnel, one government civilian, and seven contractors.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources strategically to maximize return on investment in public affairs efforts.
- Serves as the unit's spokesperson responsible for internal and external messaging and media relations.
- Enhanced public relations strategies by developing and implementing comprehensive communication plans to ensure staff synchronization.
- Managed crisis communications effectively to protect the security of the enterprise and its sensitive operations.
- Extensive communication coordination between the National Security Council, Office of the Secretary of Defense, and interagency partners for unified communications across the globe.
V Corps Public Affairs Officer (Forward)
U.S. Army, V Corps Headquarters
Poznan, Poland
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Public Affairs Officer forward supporting a one-star general officer command responsible for all public affairs coordination and operations with rotational units supporting U.S. Army Africa-Europe, and the European Theater.
- Served as the primary advisor and link between the command, senior U.S. Department of State and host nation public affairs for release of information, amplification, and sharing.
- Responsible for public affairs planning and orders for training and real-world events, in support of current and future operations.
- Managed all queries, operational security, social media, and strategic communication initiatives.
- Enhanced host nation community relations by organizing and executing public events and outreach programs to build partnership capacity.
- Managed crisis communications with host nations and higher-headquarters public affairs to address regional sensitivities and provide timely and accurate information for release.
Functional Area 46 (Public Affairs) Career Manager
U.S. Army Human Resources Command
Fort Knox, KY
04.2019 - 07.2021
- FA 46 Career Manager responsible for the accessions, training, mentorship, worldwide assignment, and counseling of over 298 Active Duty Public Affairs Officers.
- Served as the Human Resources Command's liaison to the Headquarters, Department of the Army, and Office of the Chief of Public Affairs proponent, shaping FA 46 current and future force structure, leading change within units Army-wide.
- Responsible for analyzing and manning Army requirements in accordance with Department of the Army priorities, while leveraging officer's skills and experiences.
- Maintained, reviewed, and prepared personal records for Department of the Army promotion and selection boards.
- Developed and coordinated slating for officer Intermediate Level Education, Senior Service College, Advanced Civil Schooling, Training with Industry, and Key Nominative Billet panels.
- Provided professional guidance to senior leaders regarding FA 46 assignments and developments impacting their commands.
Director of Public Affairs
U.S. Special Operations Command Central
MacDill Air Force Base, FL
12.2016 - 04.2019
- Public Affairs Officer for a two-star general / flag officer command consisting of 11 separate component commands and over 3,000 geographically dispersed Special Operations Forces and support personnel.
- Served as the principle advisor to the commander on all public affairs matters, to include the impact Special Operations Forces have on public perception and their visibility in the global media in the U.S. Central Command area of operations.
- Served as the link between the command and the senior U.S. Government and Department of State Public Affairs representatives for synchronization and coordination of all releasable information.
- Responsible for review, release, and sharing of information with partner nation media.
- Responsible for public affairs planning, guidance, and execution during training and real-world events.
- Secured positive media coverage for the organization through effective press releases and media outreach.
- Established strong relationships with key industry influencers, policymakers, and community leaders within the greater Tampa-St. Petersburg area to further organizational goals and maintain strong community relations.
Deputy Director of Public Affairs
U.S. Army, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
Fort Campbell, KY
07.2015 - 11.2016
- Served as the senior public affairs planner synchronizing public affairs functions within the division staff and garrison public affairs office.
- Coordinated media operations and community relations events for the installation and surrounding Fort Campbell area.
- Deployed to Iraq working in conjunction with the Kurdish and Iraqi forces responsible for advising and assisting, providing public affairs guidance and mentorship, to build partnership capacity.
- Served as the liaison between the division headquarters and the European force led Kurdistan Training Coordination Cell, responsible for public affairs guidance and operations highlighting operations during Operation Inherent Resolve.
- Streamlined public affairs operations by, with, and through partner nations, implementing efficient management processes and policies to provide timely and accurate information for release.
- Enhanced communication within the organization through regular synchronization meetings to ensure flat communications and nested concepts for information release and sharing.
- Monitored social media performance metrics, analyzing trends to identify areas requiring attention or improvement to tell the division story with positive reflections.
Director of Public Affairs
U.S. Army, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regt.
Fort Campbell, KY
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Served as the commander's spokesperson for the Regiment Headquarters, four operations battalions and one training battalion.
- Provided public affairs guidance for training and real-world operations to protect the equities of the enterprise and of those Special Operations aviators.
- Responsible for crisis and strategic communications initiatives, public engagement strategies, media operations, and community relations events to support the Regiment Commander's mission.
- Provided photo-journalism support to tell the Regiment's story in support of internal and external communications.
- Supervised all protocol operations within the Regiment to support key-leader engagements, distinguished visitor visits, ceremonies, functions, and events.
- Mentored two junior staff members in best practices for public affairs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Conducted ongoing evaluation of public affairs efforts, using insights to inform future strategy and build on past successes.
Detachement Commander
U.S. Army, 49th Public Affairs Detachment
Fort Bragg, NC
01.2011 - 03.2013
- Responsible for the health and welfare of seven public affairs Soldiers and all associated equipment providing world-class public affairs in support of U.S. Forces Command and the Fort Bragg community.
- Responsible for internal and external news release, visual information and photography support, media escort, and community relations.
- Responsible for the training, discipline, and professional development of the detachment.
- Managed budgeting, oversaw spending, and responsible for government property in excess of $500,000.
- Deployed as the Combined Joint Special Operations task Force Public Affairs Officer in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), responsible for 23 Soldiers and sister-service combat camera personnel.
- Deployed to Japan as the U.S. Army Japan Deputy Public Affairs Officer in support of Operation Tomodachi (tsunami relief), serving as the deputy spokesperson and providing photo journalism support and humanitarian relief effort to the Government of Japan.
- Streamlined operational procedures for increased efficiency, in daily operations, fiscal responsibility, and resource management.
- Developed and implemented strategic operational plans to improve overall unit performance and readiness for world-wide deployment in less than 18 hours.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Adult And Continuing Education
Kansas State University (Online)
Manhattan06.2025
Master of Arts - History
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA06.2003
Skills
- Leadership
- Government Relations
- Coalition Building
- Message Development
- Strategic Communications
- Public Speaking
- Crisis Management
- Community Outreach
- Issues Management
- Media Relations
Timeline
Director of Public Affairs
United States Army, Joint Special Operations Comma
07.2022 - Current
V Corps Public Affairs Officer (Forward)
U.S. Army, V Corps Headquarters
07.2021 - 07.2022
Functional Area 46 (Public Affairs) Career Manager
U.S. Army Human Resources Command
04.2019 - 07.2021
Director of Public Affairs
U.S. Special Operations Command Central
12.2016 - 04.2019
Deputy Director of Public Affairs
U.S. Army, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
07.2015 - 11.2016
Director of Public Affairs
U.S. Army, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regt.
07.2013 - 07.2015
Detachement Commander
U.S. Army, 49th Public Affairs Detachment
01.2011 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Adult And Continuing Education
Kansas State University (Online)
Master of Arts - History
Kennesaw State University