James Spreter
Boerne,TX
Summary
Experienced leader with more than 26 years of experience. Utilizes excellent collaboration and facilitation skills to solve complex problems and increase company revenue.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enlisted Career Field Manager
Headquarters Air Force
06.2024 - Current
- Leads & Manages: Oversees career development, training, and readiness for personnel in a specific career field (2,000 members across 5 MAJCOMs).
- Policy Development: Develops, implements, and ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and standards across the career field.
- Advises Leadership: Provides expert advice to senior leaders on workforce needs, development, and resource allocation.
- Training & Development: Coordinates career field training programs, ensuring personnel meet operational and mission readiness standards.
- Career Field Plans: Works to shape long-term career field planning, addressing manpower needs, skill gaps, and progression opportunities.
- Mentorship: Provides guidance, mentorship, and support to senior non-commissioned officers (NCOs) and enlisted members.
- Liaison Role: Acts as the liaison between the career field, senior Air Force leadership, and the individual MAJCOMs, ensuring alignment with broader Air Force priorities.
- Data & Reporting: Analyzes data and trends related to career field strength, readiness, and personnel development.
- Budget & Resource Oversight: Works with resource management to ensure the career field has the necessary resources, including personnel, equipment, and training materials.
- Awards & Recognition: Facilitates the nomination and recognition process for outstanding performers within the career field.
- Prepared operational budget and directed proper utilization of company resources to meet objectives.
- Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Prepared operational budget and directed proper utilization of company resources to meet objectives.
- Predicted and resolved operational bottlenecks, supply and tool shortages.
- Coordinated and scheduled field personnel to cover operations throughout assigned regional area.
- Monitored personnel performance to identify opportunities for improvement and develop solutions to productivity issues.
- Maintained technical knowledge of regulations, industry trends and applicable laws regarding human resources for operation.
- Tracked key performance indicators and enforced quality control measures.
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to meet operational deadlines.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Group Senior Enlisted Leader
4 ASOG , United States Air Forces Europe
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Operational Leadership & Oversight
Lead and coordinate air support operations for 22 locations across 10 countries, integrating airpower with joint and allied ground forces.
Oversee deployment and operations of Tactical Air Control Parties (TACP), Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs), and Air Liaison Officers (ALOs) in support of European defense and NATO commitments, specifically in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. - Strategic Planning & Execution
Collaborate with NATO and allied forces to ensure alignment with regional defense priorities and air support integration into joint operations.
Manage allocation of resources, personnel, and assets to ensure operational readiness in a dynamic defense environment across Europe. - Command & Control (C2)
Maintain effective communication and coordination between ASOG, theater command structures, and deployed forces.
Ensure timely and accurate execution of air-ground integration during operations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for senior leadership, providing mission updates and coordinating actions. - Force Readiness & Personnel Development
Manage readiness and professional development of ASOG personnel, ensuring air support units are trained and prepared for evolving mission requirements.
Lead and mentor senior enlisted and officer personnel to foster a culture of excellence and mission success. - Logistics & Resource Management
Oversee logistics and supply chain operations, ensuring the availability of necessary equipment and support across multiple locations.
Manage personnel deployments and ensure air support units are properly staffed and equipped. - Crisis & Contingency Response
Lead air support operations in response to evolving security threats, particularly during the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Ensure rapid deployment and quick reaction to emergency air support requests from NATO and allied forces. - Interagency & International Collaboration
Act as the liaison between the U.S. Air Force, NATO, and allied forces in Europe, facilitating smooth coordination of air-ground operations.
Build and maintain relationships with international military partners to ensure interoperable air-ground operations. - Policy Implementation & Compliance
Ensure adherence to NATO protocols, Air Force policies, and international laws governing air power.
Oversee the implementation of NATO air-ground integration standards and best practices. - Operational Assessments & Reporting
Provide senior leadership with comprehensive assessments on operational performance, mission outcomes, and challenges.
Produce after-action reports and recommend improvements for future air support integration. - Awards & Recognition
Facilitate the recognition of outstanding personnel and their contributions to European defense operations. - Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Memorized Special Warfare policies and led training for company personnel.
- Memorized [Area of expertise] policies and led training for company personnel.
- Upheld [Branch] dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Provided strategic plotting and navigation for warfare areas.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Reloaded and resupplied weapons systems to maintain preparedness against enemy threats.
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete [Type] taskings.
- Oversaw utilities manual records to perform stock control and accounting duties.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Looked after weapons by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance.
- Designated mandatory reporter for sexual assault and responder for suicide prevention situations.
- Surveyed company overall health and preparedness.
- Dealt with inter-company conflicts to remove obstacles to troop readiness.
- Managed weapon handling, delivery, and shipping systems.
- Responded to reports of irregular activities and notified dispatcher for required emergency units.
- Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
- Rated job performance for [Number] subordinates providing timely and effective feedback.
- Prepared and submitted personnel, ordnance and operational reports.
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
- Completed [Type] program upon receipt of [Rank] as part of leadership development.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
Deputy Enlisted Career Field Manager
Headquarters Air Force
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Career Field Development & Management
Assist in managing the TACP career field, overseeing the career progression and professional development of 2,000+ enlisted personnel across multiple MAJCOMs.
Coordinate and ensure the implementation of policies, procedures, and training requirements for the TACP career field.
Work with senior leadership to develop long-term strategies for career field growth, skill development, and operational effectiveness. - Training & Readiness Oversight
Ensure that TACP personnel meet operational readiness standards, coordinating training programs and certifications.
Supervise the development and delivery of training curricula for basic, advanced, and mission-specific TACP skill sets.
Manage the scheduling, tracking, and evaluation of training exercises, ensuring that all TACP teams are prepared for combat and peacekeeping operations. - Policy Development & Implementation
Contribute to the creation and revision of career field policies, standards, and best practices in coordination with the senior CFM.
Monitor compliance with established policies and ensure TACP personnel are trained on changes to procedures or regulations.
Provide expert guidance on the interpretation and application of career field policies. - Force Readiness & Operational Support
Provide oversight for mission-critical readiness requirements, ensuring personnel and equipment are prepared to support joint and allied ground forces in combat environments.
Collaborate with MAJCOMs and other military services to ensure TACP personnel are integrated into joint operations and combat training exercises. - Leadership & Mentorship
Serve as a mentor and advisor to senior NCOs, officers, and enlisted personnel within the TACP community.
Provide leadership and career counseling to members at all stages of their careers, from entry-level through senior leadership roles. - Resource Management & Budgeting
Assist in managing the TACP career field budget, ensuring funds are allocated effectively for training, operations, and personnel development.
Monitor and report on the status of resources, including personnel, equipment, and training materials, to ensure that all units have the support they need. - Personnel Readiness & Assignment Coordination
Oversee assignment actions for TACP personnel, ensuring they are placed in positions that align with their skills and career progression goals.
Track and report personnel assignments, reassignment requests, and career milestone achievements to senior leadership. - Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with other enlisted career field managers, commanders, and senior leadership to address cross-functional issues affecting TACP personnel.
Liaise with external agencies, including NATO and allied forces, to ensure TACP personnel’s integration into joint and multinational missions. - Performance Evaluation & Reporting
Assist in the preparation and review of enlisted performance reports (EPRs) and awards, ensuring that exceptional TACP personnel are recognized for their contributions.
Compile and analyze personnel data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and highlight outstanding performers within the TACP community. - Crisis & Contingency Support
Support TACP units in rapid response scenarios, ensuring personnel are deployed quickly and efficiently to meet operational needs in high-pressure environments.
Coordinate with senior leadership to address emerging mission requirements and adjust training or resources as needed.
Squadron Superintendent
607 Air Support Operations Squadron, Republic of Korea
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Leadership & Supervision
Serve as the senior enlisted advisor to the squadron commander, providing counsel on enlisted personnel matters, operations, and policy implementation.
Directly lead and mentor a team of senior NCOs, NCOs, and airmen, fostering a culture of excellence and mission readiness.
Ensure the professional growth and development of enlisted personnel, from entry-level through senior leadership, aligning career progression with mission requirements. - Operational Readiness & Mission Support
Oversee the day-to-day operational readiness of squadron personnel, ensuring that all units are prepared for combat, contingency, and training missions.
Coordinate the execution of air support operations, ensuring seamless integration of personnel, equipment, and resources to meet mission objectives.
Ensure compliance with military standards, regulations, and operational procedures in both peacetime and deployed environments. - Resource & Personnel Management
Manage personnel assignments, performance evaluations, and professional development to ensure that the squadron has the right mix of skills and experience.
Work with squadron leadership to ensure personnel are adequately resourced and equipped to carry out mission requirements in a dynamic environment. - Training & Development
Oversee the training and development programs for squadron personnel, ensuring they meet established combat readiness standards and are prepared for joint, multinational operations.
Provide guidance and mentorship during training exercises and deployments, ensuring personnel maintain operational proficiency in all tactical operations. - Interagency & International Collaboration
Act as the primary liaison between the squadron and external units, including joint forces and allied military partners in the Pacific region.
Foster collaboration with other U.S. and allied military forces to ensure the squadron’s integration into multinational operations and interoperability during joint training exercises. - Morale, Welfare & Discipline
Ensure the well-being and morale of squadron personnel, addressing any issues related to quality of life, discipline, and family support.
Implement programs and policies to promote a positive, mission-focused unit culture and address concerns such as deployments, rotations, and support for airmen and their families. - Crisis & Contingency Response
Lead the squadron's response to emergent situations, including contingency operations and crisis management, ensuring personnel are prepared for rapid deployment and operational flexibility.
Provide leadership and direction during times of heightened alert, ensuring the squadron maintains readiness and the ability to respond to regional threats or emergencies. - Command & Control (C2) Support
Support the squadron commander in command and control activities, ensuring effective communication and decision-making across all levels of leadership.
Act as a key advisor during mission planning and execution, ensuring that the squadron’s objectives are clearly communicated and achieved. - Policy & Compliance Enforcement
Ensure strict adherence to U.S. Air Force and host nation regulations, laws, and standards, maintaining high levels of discipline and operational effectiveness.
Assist in the development and enforcement of squadron policies, ensuring that all personnel understand and comply with Air Force directives. - Awards & Recognition
Oversee the nomination process for awards and recognition, ensuring that squadron members’ achievements are acknowledged in line with their contributions to mission success.
Facilitate the awards ceremony and recognition programs to maintain morale and highlight the accomplishments of outstanding personnel.
Operations Superintendent
Distributed Mission Operations Center (705 CTS)
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Operational Leadership & Oversight
Lead and oversee JTAC, CAS, and ASOC functions during full-spectrum live, virtual, and combined wargames, ensuring seamless integration of air support with joint and allied ground forces.
Manage daily operations within the DMOC, ensuring that all live, virtual, and constructive training environments meet the highest standards of realism and mission relevance.
Act as the primary point of contact for all JTAC, CAS, and ASOC-related operations, providing guidance to operational teams and ensuring mission success. - Mission Planning & Execution
Coordinate the planning, preparation, and execution of realistic air-ground integration training scenarios, including close air support (CAS) and joint terminal attack control (JTAC) missions.
Oversee the integration of CAS assets into wargames, ensuring that air support is accurately synchronized with ground operations in a multi-domain environment.
Lead real-time coordination and debriefing during wargames to optimize the execution of CAS, JTAC, and ASOC operations. - Scenario Development & Coordination
Develop and refine training scenarios that simulate complex combat environments, integrating multiple functions (JTAC, CAS, ASOC) with other air and ground assets.
Ensure scenarios reflect current operational and tactical challenges, including joint and multinational operations, to enhance readiness for real-world deployments.
Collaborate with training planners to adapt wargames to support emerging threats and regional security concerns. - Cross-Functional Integration
Coordinate with other operations groups, agencies, and allied forces to ensure seamless integration of JTAC, CAS, and ASOC functions into wargames.
Ensure that personnel from multiple services and international partners are effectively integrated into simulation exercises, promoting interoperability and joint operational effectiveness.
Facilitate the integration of air support into complex, multi-tiered wargames, ensuring proper synchronization between ground and air assets in real-time scenarios. - Tactical Leadership & Supervision
Provide tactical leadership and mentorship to personnel within JTAC, CAS, and ASOC teams during wargames, fostering a collaborative and mission-focused environment.
Supervise and guide junior personnel in developing their skills in air-ground integration, ensuring they meet mission readiness and operational standards.
Conduct post-exercise evaluations, providing feedback on performance and identifying areas for improvement in future training events. - System & Technology Management
Oversee the operation and maintenance of DMOC systems used for simulating live and virtual environments, ensuring the technical platforms support complex wargame requirements.
Work closely with technical teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to simulation systems, ensuring continuous training availability without interruptions.
Manage and coordinate system updates and enhancements to ensure that the DMOC’s capabilities evolve in line with changes in operational requirements. - Crisis & Contingency Response
Lead operations during crisis or contingency wargames, ensuring that air-ground integration and CAS capabilities are tested in high-stress, rapidly evolving scenarios.
Ensure that the DMOC’s operations remain flexible and adaptive to simulate real-world crisis response situations, such as rapid deployment or surge operations. - After-Action Reviews & Reporting
Coordinate and lead after-action reviews (AARs) to evaluate the effectiveness of JTAC, CAS, and ASOC operations in wargames, identifying lessons learned and best practices.
Provide senior leadership with detailed reports on training outcomes, performance metrics, and recommendations for future operational improvements.
Use feedback from AARs to refine and enhance future training exercises, ensuring continued progress in operational readiness. - Stakeholder Liaison
Act as the primary liaison between DMOC and external stakeholders (e.g., MAJCOMs, allied forces, and other military organizations) for JTAC, CAS, and ASOC-related operations.
Represent DMOC’s interests in wargame planning and execution meetings, ensuring the needs and requirements of JTAC, CAS, and ASOC functions are fully integrated into training events.
Special Warfare Mission Support Superintendent
5th Air Support Operations Squadron
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Leadership & Oversight
Lead and manage 12 distinct specialties providing mission support to Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) operations, ensuring seamless integration of all functions to support operational readiness and mission success.
Directly supervise and mentor senior NCOs and personnel across multiple specialties, fostering a culture of accountability, mission excellence, and continuous improvement.
Ensure that all mission support personnel are equipped, trained, and resourced to meet the demanding operational requirements of TACP teams. - Mission Support Coordination
Oversee the coordination and synchronization of specialized mission support functions, ensuring that critical capabilities (communications, logistics, medical, etc.) are available to TACP units in peacetime and deployed environments.
Ensure efficient allocation of resources to meet operational requirements, optimizing support to maximize the effectiveness of TACP personnel in training and real-world operations. - Training & Readiness Management
Develop, implement, and oversee specialized training programs for all 12 mission support specialties, ensuring personnel meet operational and technical standards required to support TACP operations.
Ensure readiness across all mission support specialties by conducting regular evaluations, exercises, and assessments, addressing gaps in capability and performance.
Lead cross-functional training initiatives, ensuring that personnel from different specialties can effectively collaborate in joint operations. - Operational Support & Mission Execution
Manage the day-to-day operations and support activities for TACP missions, ensuring that mission support personnel are integrated into planning, execution, and debriefing processes.
Oversee the setup, maintenance, and operation of specialized equipment and systems that support TACP teams in both live training and combat environments.
Ensure rapid response capabilities for mission support personnel during contingency operations or real-time TACP deployments. - Logistics & Resource Management
Oversee logistical operations, including the procurement, distribution, and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and vehicles necessary for TACP mission support.
Ensure that all mission support specialties have the necessary resources to operate effectively in austere and dynamic environments.
Manage and prioritize support requirements, balancing operational demands with available resources to ensure maximum mission support efficiency. - Personnel Management & Development
Supervise the assignment, performance evaluations, and career development of personnel in the 12 mission support specialties.
Ensure personnel maintain the necessary certifications, qualifications, and professional development to execute their roles within TACP operations effectively.
Foster an environment of mentorship and leadership development, ensuring personnel are prepared for advancement and higher levels of responsibility. - Interagency & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as the primary liaison between TACP units and mission support functions, ensuring that communication and collaboration are seamless during joint and multinational operations.
Coordinate with external agencies and allied forces to ensure mission support personnel are integrated into larger operational frameworks.
Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring all specialties are aligned with broader TACP objectives and mission goals. - Policy & Compliance
Ensure compliance with Air Force policies, regulations, and safety standards in all aspects of mission support operations.
Develop and enforce operational guidelines and procedures that align with current best practices, ensuring that personnel across all specialties operate safely and effectively in support of TACP missions. - Crisis & Contingency Operations
Lead mission support personnel in responding to rapidly changing operational environments during crisis or contingency operations.
Ensure mission support functions are adaptable and capable of executing in high-stress, fast-paced environments, ensuring uninterrupted support to TACP teams. - Performance Evaluation & Reporting
Oversee the evaluation of mission support performance, compiling data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and ensure continuous operational enhancement.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding mission support readiness, personnel performance, and resource allocation.
Flight Chief
5th Air Support Operations Squadron
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Leadership & Personnel Management
Lead and supervise 32 TACP personnel, ensuring effective integration of all team members across 5 Unit Type Codes (UTCs) in support of Army Stryker Brigade operations.
Provide direct leadership and mentorship to junior NCOs and airmen, fostering professional development and ensuring personnel readiness for deployment and operational missions.
Ensure the well-being, morale, and discipline of the team, addressing personnel concerns and supporting their career progression within the TACP community. - Operational Planning & Coordination
Oversee the planning and execution of TACP support missions, ensuring that all UTCs are aligned with the operational needs of the Stryker Brigade.
Coordinate joint air-ground integration for the Stryker Brigade, ensuring that tactical air support assets are effectively synchronized with ground operations.
Lead the integration of TACP teams with Army personnel during training, exercises, and real-world operations, ensuring seamless air support in multi-domain environments. - Training & Readiness Oversight
Supervise the training and certification of 32 personnel across 5 UTCs, ensuring that all team members meet readiness standards and are prepared to support joint operations with the Stryker Brigade.
Develop, implement, and assess specialized training programs, ensuring personnel are proficient in air-ground integration, close air support (CAS), and combat operations.
Conduct regular readiness checks and evaluations to ensure personnel are combat-ready, addressing skill gaps and ensuring all air support capabilities are operational. - Resource & Equipment Management
Manage the allocation of resources, including personnel, equipment, and vehicles, ensuring that all required assets are available and maintained for TACP support to the Stryker Brigade.
Ensure the proper deployment and use of air support communication equipment, weapons systems, and mission-essential gear during training and operational missions.
Track the readiness and maintenance of critical equipment, ensuring all assets are fully operational prior to deployment or mission execution. - Joint & Multinational Collaboration
Serve as the key point of contact between the TACP squadron and the Army Stryker Brigade, ensuring strong communication and coordination during joint operations.
Foster collaboration between air support and Army ground forces, promoting interoperability and effective air-ground integration in a variety of operational settings.
Facilitate coordination with other branches of the military and allied forces to ensure comprehensive support during joint and multinational exercises or operations. - Mission Execution & Command Support
Provide on-the-ground leadership during the execution of air support missions, ensuring that air assets are properly tasked and aligned with the brigade’s needs.
Lead mission briefings and debriefings, ensuring all team members are informed of objectives, tactics, and safety protocols before and after each operation.
Ensure that air support is accurately delivered in real-time, coordinating between ground units and air support assets to meet mission objectives. - Performance Evaluation & Reporting
Evaluate the performance of personnel under your command, ensuring that each member is contributing to the success of the mission and meeting operational standards.
Provide detailed reports to higher-level leadership regarding personnel performance, mission outcomes, and any issues encountered during operations.
Recognize and recommend outstanding personnel for awards, promotions, or special recognition. - Crisis & Contingency Operations
Lead TACP personnel in rapidly changing and high-stress environments, ensuring that teams are prepared to respond to evolving mission requirements in contingency operations.
Ensure the flight is capable of providing immediate support to the Stryker Brigade during combat or crisis situations, with a focus on flexibility and rapid response.
Group Chief JTAC Instructor
1st Air Support Operations Group
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Leadership & Instruction
Lead and manage a team of JTAC instructors across three squadrons in PACAF, ensuring the highest standards of training and operational readiness for personnel supporting joint terminal attack control (JTAC) operations.
Provide expert instruction in air-ground integration, close air support (CAS), and combat operations, training personnel to meet both peacetime and wartime mission requirements.
Mentor junior instructors and junior enlisted personnel, ensuring professional development and growth in the field of air support operations. - Curriculum Development & Training Management
Develop, update, and maintain training curricula and materials for JTAC certification courses, advanced qualification training, and mission-specific exercises.
Design and implement realistic training scenarios that simulate complex combat environments, ensuring that students are prepared for dynamic, real-world missions.
Lead training exercises, including live-fire training and simulated combat scenarios, ensuring realistic and effective learning outcomes for all trainees. - Operational Integration & Mission Support
Coordinate the integration of JTAC training with real-world operations, ensuring alignment with combat readiness and mission support requirements across PACAF.
Provide subject-matter expertise to support the planning, execution, and evaluation of joint training exercises, multinational operations, and deployment missions.
Support the operational requirements of the ASOG and its squadrons, ensuring that JTAC personnel are equipped and trained to effectively integrate with ground forces and air assets. - Training Evaluation & Performance Assessment
Conduct comprehensive evaluations of student performance during training exercises, providing constructive feedback and ensuring continuous improvement.
Assess trainees’ ability to effectively control air support assets, communicate under pressure, and integrate air-ground operations in high-stakes environments.
Oversee the certification process for JTAC personnel, ensuring that all graduates meet the operational standards required for combat operations. - Interagency & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with other Air Force units, sister services, and allied forces to ensure joint and multinational interoperability during training and exercises.
Coordinate with senior leadership and other squadrons within the ASOG to develop integrated training plans that support both tactical and operational needs.
Serve as a liaison between the ASOG and external training agencies, ensuring that JTAC training standards align with the needs of operational units. - Safety & Compliance
Ensure that all training activities adhere to established safety protocols, Air Force directives, and operational guidelines, minimizing risk during high-intensity training exercises.
Implement and enforce safety measures for live-fire exercises, simulation training, and other operationally focused training events.
Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and policies related to JTAC certification, operational procedures, and mission execution. - Resource Management & Logistics
Oversee the coordination and management of training resources, including equipment, facilities, and training aids, ensuring all assets are available and functional for effective training.
Work closely with resource management teams to procure and maintain necessary training materials, including simulation tools, air support equipment, and ground control systems. - Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Continuously evaluate and improve training methodologies, integrating new technologies, lessons learned from past operations, and feedback from trainees to enhance instructional effectiveness.
Stay current on emerging air support tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to ensure that training remains relevant to the evolving operational environment.
Identify opportunities to innovate and streamline training processes to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and mission outcomes.
Course Manager
6th Combat Training Squadron
08.2009 - 08.2013
- Course Design & Development
Played a key role in designing and implementing the first formal JTAC Instructor Qualification Course, ensuring the course met all operational, certification, and training standards for JTAC instructors.
Assisted in the development and setup of courseware for the first-ever Enlisted Weapons School, establishing a comprehensive training program to develop specialized enlisted personnel in advanced air support operations.
Created detailed training instructions for specialized courses, ensuring that all training activities adhered to curriculum standards and operational objectives. - Program Management & Optimization
Managed all aspects of training course execution, including scheduling, personnel tracking, and resource allocation, to ensure smooth delivery and effectiveness of training programs.
Implemented process improvements and instructional best practices, resulting in a 20% increase in production, significantly enhancing course throughput and operational efficiency. - Guest Instructor Program Leadership
Developed and managed a Guest Instructor Program, integrating external subject-matter experts to provide advanced, real-world insights to trainees.
Coordinated guest instructor schedules, ensuring alignment with training goals, while leveraging their expertise to elevate the quality of instruction and expand training capacity.
Oversaw the program's performance, achieving $50K in annual savings by reducing reliance on external contractor support while increasing production. - Curriculum & Training Material Development
Worked closely with subject-matter experts to continuously refine and update training materials, ensuring relevance to current air support tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Contributed to the development of practical exercises, simulations, and hands-on training scenarios, ensuring comprehensive skill development for all trainees. - Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
Regularly evaluated course effectiveness through trainee feedback, performance metrics, and after-action reviews (AARs), using data to implement improvements and maintain high instructional standards.
Introduced innovative training methodologies, enhancing learning outcomes and ensuring that the course remained aligned with evolving mission requirements. - Resource & Budget Management
Managed training resources, including facilities, equipment, and funding, ensuring that all resources were properly allocated for maximum training effectiveness.
Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by optimizing resource utilization, which resulted in significant savings while maintaining or improving program quality. - Cross-Functional Collaboration & Coordination
Collaborated with multiple training and operational units to ensure alignment of training programs with operational requirements and mission objectives.
Worked with leadership from different squadrons to coordinate training schedules and ensure the program’s success in producing fully-qualified JTAC instructors and mission-ready personnel.
Education
Master of Science - Masters of Business Administration
American Military University
Charleston, WV05-2024
Master of Science - Legal Studies
American Military University
Charleston, WV08-2015
Associate of Science - Communications Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL04-2013
Skills
- Leadership & Personnel Management Lead and supervise diverse teams across multiple specialties, fostering a culture of excellence and ensuring mission readiness in both peacetime and combat environments Course Design & Development Played a key role in designing and implementing the first formal JTAC Instructor Qualification Course, ensuring alignment with operational and certification standards for tactical air control personnel Operational Integration & Mission Support Coordinated air-ground integration for joint missions, ensuring effective synchronization of air support assets with ground forces during live training, exercises, and real-world operations Resource & Budget Management Managed resources, including personnel, equipment, and budgets, optimizing training resources and achieving $50K in annual savings while increasing production by 20% Training Program Optimization Developed and managed training programs, implementing process improvements that resulted in a 20% increase in production, significantly enhancing course throughput and operational efficiency Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborated with multiple agencies and units, including US military branches and allied forces, ensuring interoperability and coordination across complex, multinational operations Evaluation & Continuous Improvement Conducted thorough evaluations of training programs and personnel performance, leveraging feedback and metrics to continuously improve instructional effectiveness and training outcomes Crisis & Contingency Operations Led teams in high-stress, rapidly evolving environments, ensuring personnel were prepared to respond to emerging mission requirements during contingency and crisis operations
Certification
Professional Management Certification
Timeline
Enlisted Career Field Manager
Headquarters Air Force
06.2024 - Current
Group Senior Enlisted Leader
4 ASOG , United States Air Forces Europe
08.2021 - 06.2024
Deputy Enlisted Career Field Manager
Headquarters Air Force
08.2019 - 08.2021
Squadron Superintendent
607 Air Support Operations Squadron, Republic of Korea
07.2018 - 07.2019
Operations Superintendent
Distributed Mission Operations Center (705 CTS)
07.2017 - 07.2018
Special Warfare Mission Support Superintendent
5th Air Support Operations Squadron
06.2016 - 07.2017
Flight Chief
5th Air Support Operations Squadron
06.2015 - 06.2016
Group Chief JTAC Instructor
1st Air Support Operations Group
08.2013 - 01.2015
Course Manager
6th Combat Training Squadron
08.2009 - 08.2013
Master of Science - Masters of Business Administration
American Military University
Master of Science - Legal Studies
American Military University
Associate of Science - Communications Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Awards
2003 4 ASOS Airman of the Year/4 ASOG Airman of the year/ USAFE TACCS of the Year
2005 14 ASOS NCO of the Year/ 18 ASOG NCO of the year
2009 6 CTS NCO of the year/ 57 OG NCO of the Year
2011 6 CTS Instructor of the Year/ 57 OG NCO of the Year
2015 5 ASOS SNCO of the Year/ 1 ASOG SNCO of the Year
2017 General Jumper Information Dominance award winner for Modeling and Simulation
2018 AF SNCOA Distinguished Graduate/ Commandant’s award winner