Danyel Brunger
Columbus,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated retired Tanker with desire to take on new challenges. Strong growth mindset, work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
316 Cavalry Brigade S3 Tasking/Training Developer
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Benning, GA
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Served as the Brigade Taskings NCO.
- Rewrote the Brigade Order/FRAGORD Standard Operating Procedures.
- Ensured all MCOE Tasking were complete with a 96% rate of taskings completed on time.
- Knew all subordinate unit capabilities to ensure the proper task was assigned to units with minimal impact on mission.
- Wrote all Brigade COIVD FRAGORDs during the pandemic ensuring units received critical information needed to keep Soldiers and families safe.
- Created and published over 400 Brigade FRAGORDs and OPORDs.
- Wrote the Bradley Commanders Course.
- Evaluated the Sniper Course.
- Served as the Brigade Anti-terrorism Officer ensuring vulnerabilities were identified and corrected.
- Maintained the Sergeant Major Detail for the Brigade.
- NCOIC of the Brigade Soldier/NCO of the Month/Quarter identifying the Brigade's top personnel.
Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Benning, GA
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Conducted performance counseling of subordinates in the platoon.
- Monitored equipment during testing, simulations and live-fire exercises to detect operator errors or system malfunctions.
- Maintained unit discipline by enforcing standards of conduct and military regulations.
- Managed administrative duties such as tracking attendance records for drills, evaluations and other events.
- Provided tactical and technical guidance to Platoon personnel.
- Organized, supervised and coordinated platoon training activities.
- Trained and managed new recruits in tactical and combat warfare.
- Developed emergency plans to respond to natural disasters or hostile attacks.
- Maintained 16 M1A2 SEP v3 Abrams Tanks. Provided tanks for two separate Sullivan Cups, and eight ABOLC cycles with minimal equipment deficiencies.
- Selected as a Casualty Assistance Officer to a Gold Star Spouse.
G3 Orders Manager NCOIC
U.S. Army Pacific
Fort Shafter, HI
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Oversaw the creation and implementation of the USARPAC Sharepoint Orders Management Tool.
- Instructed Senior level Officers and NCOs on USARPAC Standard Operating Procedures when writing Operations Orders.
- Facilitated instruction for personnel utilizing the Orders Management Tool, streamlining the orders publication process.
- Corrected and published over 5000 Operations Orders.
- Served as the G3 Operations Security Officer.
M1A2 Tank Instructor
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Benning, GA
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information and help students learn.
- Observed and evaluated student performance and development and provided appropriate feedback on work.
- Assessed student progress through tests and quizzes in order to evaluate understanding of course material.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.
- Leveraged technology and provided instructional materials to facilitate active learning.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Provided feedback on student assignments such as essays, research papers or lab reports.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
- Employed variety of teaching styles to respond to needs of diverse learners.
M1A2 Armor Crewman
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Hood, TX
08.2003 - 12.2010
- Performed crew duties such as gunner, loader, driver, or commander during combat operations.
- Maintained and operated M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Operated communications equipment to transmit orders from command staff to other vehicles in platoon formation.
- Relayed information using advanced onboard communications devices.
- Inspected ammunition before loading it into the tank's main gun turret.
- Operated targeting and firing systems following superior's orders.
- Ensured all safety regulations were followed when operating the tank in hazardous conditions.
- Trained and mentored new platoon members, providing assistance when needed and advising on how to perform daily duties.
- Provided support for ground troops by providing fire support and reconnaissance capabilities.
- Planned, memorized and navigated numerous routes during vehicular and foot patrols and coordinated movement between 2-16 vehicles via radio.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
McMinn County Highschool
Athens, TN05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Theology, And Biblical Studies
Regeant University
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- Subject Matter Expertise M1A2 Abrams
- Typing
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Military Taskings
- Handtool Operation
- Following instruction
- Growth Mindset
- Raven Pilot
- Airload Planning
- Master Combatives
- Jiu-Jitsu
- OPSEC/ Anti-Terrorism
- Adaptability/Flexability
- Positive Mindset
- Mobile Gun System/ Military Trucks
- Army Operations
- Motorpool Operations
- Safety
- Professionalism
- Working under pressure
- Maintaining deadlines
- Instructional Strategies
- Multimedia Integration
- Learning Management Systems
- Adaptive Learning
- Curriculum Design
- Team Member Development
- Learning Strategies
- Training Program Improvement
- Course Evaluation
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Army Commendation Medal with Valor Device
- 7x Army Commendation Medals
- 4x Army Achievement Medals
- 6x Army Good Conduct Medals
- 4x Overseas Ribbons
- 3x NCOES Ribbons
- Combat Action Badge
- Drivers Badge Wheeled
- Draper Armor Leadership Award
Timeline
316 Cavalry Brigade S3 Tasking/Training Developer
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2020 - 08.2023
Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2017 - 12.2019
G3 Orders Manager NCOIC
U.S. Army Pacific
01.2014 - 12.2016
M1A2 Tank Instructor
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2011 - 12.2013
M1A2 Armor Crewman
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2003 - 12.2010
High School Diploma -
McMinn County Highschool
Bachelor of Arts - Theology, And Biblical Studies
Regeant University