DR. Michael D. Woods
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Self-disciplined retired military officer with demonstrated success in leading tactical operations while deployed for over 75 months in combat. Highly skilled in crisis management, personnel supervision and mission execution with mastery of advanced weapons systems and equipment. Strong emotional intelligence and committed to successfully handling stress in high-pressure situations. Efficient in planning and executing complex military operations in austere foreign locations. Skilled in developing and implementing policies and procedures with focus on safety. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Command Warrant Officer
US Army
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports for the Group Support Battalion (GSB)
- Coordinated activities of over 500 subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Led Battalion in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
Operations Warrant Officer at Group Headquarters
US Army
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Advises the Group Operations Officer on all aspects of planning, for 3D Special Forces Group (Airborne) engagements throughout the unit's Area of Responsibility (AOR) in Africa, Afghanistan and the Middle East
- Served as the units Anti-Terrorism Officer responsible for 82 different buildings on Fort Liberty worth 400 to 450 million dollars.
Special Forces Qualified Test Officer
US Army
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Served as technical expert and Special Forces Qualified Test Officer for the Test and Evaluation Division (TED), G8, USASOC, with responsibility for formulating, managing, planning, coordinating, and executing developmental and operational test activities for Special Operations Forces (SOF) equipment, organizations, concepts and advanced technologies.
- Provides technical expertise, advice and assistance to coordinate and facilitate the management of required testing of SOF systems/equipment, which include communications, weapons, PSYOP and mobility systems
- Maintains contact/liaison with materiel developers, appropriate test agencies, USSOCOM, supporting units, and others to incorporate the results of research and testing into the evaluation processes and products.
Company Operations Warrant Officer
US Army
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Company Operations Warrant Officer of an 88 man Special Forces Company; advises the commander on combat readiness, training, planning and deployment of six Special Forces Operational Detachments in the conduct of Special Operations to resolve sensitive crisis throughout the Middle East and Africa.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Provides technical and tactical guidance to the commander on all aspects of the company's long-range training plan and provides oversight in Advanced Special Operations and sensitive activities.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Led company in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
Assistant Detachment Commander
US Army
10.2007 - 06.2013
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports for the detachment
- supervises and directs all staff functions at the detachment level to include the development of the SFODA mid and long range training plans; provides tactical and technical assistance focusing primarily on Unconventional Warfare, Special Reconnaissance, Foreign Internal Defense, Information Operations, Counterterrorism, and Civil/Military Activities
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
Education
Ph.D. - Doctorate of Executive Leadership
11.2022
- Named as the George Walker Fellow for class
- With Honors
Master of Science - Science in Strategic Leadership (MSSL
05.2019
- With Honors
Graduate Certificate - Project Management Program
12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership (ORGL)
05.2017
Awarded Skill Identifier - US Army Instructor Training Course
07.2005
Skills
- Awarded US Army Special Forces Tab (Green Beret)
- Military parachutist
- Scuba Diver
- Current TS/SCI security clearance good till 2025
Accomplishments
- Decorated for Heroism in Peacetime and Valor in combat
- Awarded the Legion of Merit for 29+ years of military service
Affiliations
- Wounded Warrior
- Member of Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI)
- Member of United States Parachutists Association (USPA)
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Command Warrant Officer - US Army
08.2019 - 11.2022
Operations Warrant Officer at Group Headquarters - US Army
07.2018 - 08.2019
Special Forces Qualified Test Officer - US Army
06.2015 - 06.2018
Company Operations Warrant Officer - US Army
06.2013 - 06.2015
Assistant Detachment Commander - US Army
10.2007 - 06.2013
University of Charleston - Ph.D., Doctorate of Executive Leadership
University of Charleston - Master of Science, Science in Strategic Leadership (MSSL
Fayetteville State University - Graduate Certificate, Project Management Program
University of Charleston - Bachelor of Science, Organizational Leadership (ORGL)
US Army Special Warfare School - Awarded Skill Identifier, US Army Instructor Training Course
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