JASON M. CHILDERS
1974 Knights Ferry Drive Plumas Lake,CA
Summary
Highly accomplished and dedicated Master Sergeant with over 19 years of experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in personnel management, leadership, and operations. Experience leading and operating in deployed environments to include Iraq in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Kuwait in support of Operation New Dawn and the Dominican Republic in support of Operation Unified Response. Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, manage complex projects, and provide expert guidance on a wide range of human resource and operational issues. Seeking a challenging and rewarding civilian position where my leadership, management, and interpersonal skills can be utilized to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Sergeant
9th Security Forces Squadron
04.2024 - Current
- Key advisor to the commander on all personnel issues for over 500 military and civilian personnel, ensuring mission readiness and optimal performance.
- Provide expert counsel on health, legal, financial, fitness, morale, professional development, and training matters.
- Lead and mentor a team of junior and senior non-commissioned officers (NCO), fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Effectively manage and resolve personnel issues, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and policies spanning from local to Air Force and DoD level.
- Facilitate ground defense operations, enabling critical reconnaissance and combat capabilities.
First Sergeant
13th Intelligence Squadron
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Served as the primary advisor to the commander on all enlisted personnel matters, impacting the wellbeing and morale of over 300 personnel.
- Successfully managed and resolved complex personnel issues, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.
- Developed and implemented innovative programs to enhance unit morale, cohesion, and overall effectiveness.
- Provided expert guidance and mentorship to NCOs, fostering their professional growth and development.
- 6 months experience as the sole First Sergeant for 5 organizations, spanning 1,500 personnel. Simultaneously advising 5 organizational leadership teams on personnel matters.
Military Personnel Program Manager
National Assessment Group
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Managed 24+ military personnel programs, impacting over 12,000 personnel, demonstrating exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Developed and implemented new procedures and policies, improving efficiency and effectiveness of personnel programs.
- Served as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and training to personnel at all levels.
Military Personnel
United States Air Force
12.2005 - 02.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed multiple programs and caseloads for up to 800 military members
- Earned Master Resilience Trainer certification, developing and implementing curriculum, leading training for over three thousand personnel over the span of four years and trained and certified dozens of trainers.
- Developed key leadership skills serving as front line supervisor and workcenter lead for over 43 subordinate employees.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resource Management
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL01.2016
Skills
- Leadership & Management:
- Proven leadership skills, with experience leading and mentoring teams of varying sizes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels
- Adept at conflict resolution and mediation
- Experienced in developing and implementing policies and procedures
- Human Resources:
- Comprehensive knowledge of military personnel programs and regulations
- Expertise in performance management, career development, and disciplinary actions
- Skilled in counseling and mentoring personnel on a wide range of issues
- Expertise in talent acquisitions
- Operations & Training:
- Experience in developing and delivering training programs on various topics
- Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Organization and time management
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Certification
- Master Resilience Trainer Course
- Air Force Mortuary Technicians Course
- DCAPES Wing Level Operators Course
- Numerous other leadership, management, and technical courses
Timeline
First Sergeant
9th Security Forces Squadron
04.2024 - Current
First Sergeant
13th Intelligence Squadron
10.2022 - 04.2024
Military Personnel Program Manager
National Assessment Group
02.2019 - 10.2021
Military Personnel
United States Air Force
12.2005 - 02.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resource Management
Community College of the Air Force
Significant Awards and Decorations
Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Air and Space Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Air and Space Achievement Medal with two oak leaf clusters
Training
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education Course I | By Correspondence | 2017
- Noncommissioned Officer Academy | Lackland AFB, TX | 2017
- Air Force First Sergeant Academy | Maxwell AFB-Gunter Annex, AL | 2022
Clearances
- Secret
- Top Secret (Eligible for reactivation)
Other Significant Roles
- HRM: Section Chief, Career Development (Multiple Assignments)
- HRM: NCOIC, Career Development
- HRS: Career Development Supervisor
- HRS: Customer Support Supervisor
- HRS: Assistance NCOIC, Outbound Assignments
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