Darwin Holmes
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned military officer specialized in special and tactical operations leadership. Bring comprehensive experience in designing and leading high-stakes missions with focus on precision, strategy, and teamwork. Skilled in crisis management, operational planning, and team leadership. Contributed to mission success through innovative strategies, improving operational efficiency, and fostering collaboration across units.
Dynamic leader with success spearheading tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. .
Seasoned Officer-in-Charge known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Specialized in strategic planning, crisis management, and team leadership, ensuring smooth operational flows. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, leveraging these skills to navigate complex challenges and drive mission success.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Officer in Charge
Adapt service
Las Vegas, NV
04.2019 - Current
- Enforced security protocols within the workplace environment.
- Developed strategies to increase customer satisfaction ratings.
- Directed logistical training procedures to adhere to military regulations.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress on projects.
- Monitored workflow to ensure deadlines were met in a timely manner.
- Prepared reports on operational activities for upper management review.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop innovative solutions to problems.
- Tracked financial information such as accounts receivable and payable data.
11B Infantryman
US Army
Columbia , GA
10.1987 - 02.1989
- Captured enemy troops, weaponry and equipment with small-group and large ground maneuvers.
- Conducted searches of local buildings for suspected insurgents or contraband materials.
- Moved quickly on foot to reinforce formations and carry out attacks.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of ambushes and raids against enemy forces.
- Performed foot and vehicle patrols to ensure security of assigned area.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion.
- Conducted daily physical fitness training to maintain combat readiness.
- Employed tactical maneuvers in simulation drills to enhance unit cohesion and response strategies.
- Conducted reconnaissance operations in order to gather intelligence on enemy forces.
- Educated junior infantrymen in tactics, weapons handling, and field survival skills.
- Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Followed strict operational security protocols to safeguard mission-critical information.
- Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Participated in field exercises to practice mission-essential tasks under simulated conditions.
- Implemented land navigation skills in diverse environments to reach strategic objectives.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported to leadership for strategic planning.
- Maintained peak physical condition to stay ready for challenging missions.
- Engaged in marksmanship training with various weapons systems to ensure accuracy and proficiency.
- Interpreted maps and navigation aids to plan safe routes for movement between objectives.
- Operated communications equipment to ensure effective field communication.
- Assessed terrain features to determine optimal routes for patrol movements.
- Maintained and serviced personal and unit weaponry to ensure operational readiness.
- Constructed and camouflaged defensive positions to protect against enemy advances.
- Organized supplies, ammunition, rations, fuel, water, medical supplies and other items necessary for successful completion of missions.
- Assisted in the training of new recruits in basic infantry tactics and techniques.
- Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
- Conducted regular war games without live ammunition to practice scouting, attacks and counteroffensive movements.
- Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Executed patrol operations in diverse terrains to maintain area security.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
11B Infantryman
US Army
Stockton, California
03.1989 - 02.1994
Education
Olone Jr College
Mission San Jose CA 09-1984
Skills
- Staff development
- Innovation management
- Crew briefing
- Coordinate operations
- Camouflage techniques
- Situational awareness
- Emergency response
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Gather intelligence
- Defense Strategies
- Analytical thinking
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Tactical operations
- Automatic weapons operation
- Time management abilities
- Troop field deployment
- Leadership development
- Special assignments
- Crisis management
- Force protection
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- First aid and buddy care
- Diplomacy Techniques
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Teamwork
- Cultural awareness
- Self motivation
- Active listening
- Reconnaissance operations
- Multitasking capacity
- Field training
- Security protocols
- Verbal reports
- Battlefield awareness
- Team building
- Disaster recovery
- Operations management
- Military training
- Military strategy
- Adaptability
- Field exercises
- Military operations
- Weapons handling
- Relationship building
- Resource allocation
- Goal setting
- Delegate assignments
- Supplies transportation
- Mapping skills
- Professionalism
- Land navigation
- Excellent communication
- Risk assessment
- Mission planning
- Surveillance techniques
Timeline
Operation Officer in Charge
Adapt service
04.2019 - Current
11B Infantryman
US Army
03.1989 - 02.1994
11B Infantryman
US Army
10.1987 - 02.1989
Olone Jr College