Johnny Elder
Kanopolis,KS
Summary
Diligent professional versed in managing highly effective teams in pressured environments. Focused decision-maker with expertise in tactical and structured operations and safety. Enforces policies and procedures to run seamless missions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
392nd Medical Logistics Company
Wichita, Kansas
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised medical platoon operations during 2021 deployment in Kuwait for 392nd Medical Logistics Company field missions.
- Coordinated training schedules, duty rosters, and daily troop accountability.
- Enforced Army medical logistics standards, safety rules, and medical supply procedures.
- Managed equipment inspections, supply requests, and medical readiness checks.
- Directed corrective actions during inspections and operational briefings.
- Communicated mission updates with commanders, medics, and support staff.
- Organized, supervised and coordinated platoon training activities.
- Maintained a high level of morale among troops through positive reinforcement techniques and providing recognition when deserved.
- Evaluated personnel periodically on job performance and occupational-related strengths and weaknesses.
- Inspected equipment prior to use in order to ensure proper functioning condition.
- Coordinated with allied forces in order to coordinate joint operations between units.
- Maintained unit discipline by enforcing standards of conduct and military regulations.
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
388th Multifunctional Medical Battalion
Hays, KS
06.2018 - 10.2022
- Delivered classroom instruction on policies, procedures, and safety practices
- Instructed Soldiers using a variety of methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role playing exercises and hands-on activities.
- Developed lesson plans, handouts, and reference materials for training programs
- Coached Soldiers on job tasks, compliance standards, and performance expectations
- Evaluated learner performance through observation, quizzes, and skill checks
- Coordinated with Unit Commanders to schedule onboarding and refresher training
- Updated training content to reflect Command policies and operational changes
- Maintained training records, attendance logs, and certification documentation
- Maintained a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
Medical Logistics NCO
United States Army Reserve Command
Wichita, KS
10.2010 - 10.2022
- Supervised medical supply platoon operations in Afghanistan and Qatar during deployments in 2012 and 2016.
- Inspected equipment, supplies, and field medical storage areas.
- Enforced Army standards, safety rules, and uniform compliance.
- Mentored soldiers in leadership, teamwork, and medical mission support.
- Directed soldier training, discipline, and daily accountability.
- Organized, supervised and coordinated platoon training activities.
- Evaluated personnel periodically on job performance and occupational-related strengths and weaknesses.
- Monitored the progress of individual soldiers in order to ensure that they are meeting their goals and objectives.
- Maintained a high level of morale among troops through positive reinforcement techniques and providing recognition when deserved.
- Prepared reports, counseling records, and administrative documentation.
Correctional Supervisor I
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
Ellsworth, KS
04.2014 - 06.2018
- Appointed as Main Control Officer by the Warden from August 2015 to June 2018
- Supervised correctional officers during housing unit rounds and security checks at Ellsworth Correctional Facility.
- Coordinated resident counts, cell inspections, and contraband searches across assigned facility areas.
- Enforced facility rules, resident movement, and shift procedures within secure correctional operations.
- Directed emergency response actions during disturbances, alarms, and urgent custody incidents.
- Reviewed incident reports, logs, and disciplinary records for accurate daily documentation.
- Led staff briefings, post assignments, and shift handoffs for correctional teams.
- Escorted inmates to medical, court, and program appointments under secure custody.
- Applied restraints, keys, radios, and security equipment according to facility procedures.
- Supervised visitation and checked visitors for proper identification and contraband.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Human Resources, Maintenance, Food Services and Administration on various projects.
- Conducted searches of staff members, visitors and inmates upon entry and exit from the facility.
- Maintained records of inmate movement within the facility as well as outside visits or transfers.
- Supervised subordinate officers in the performance of their duties, including inmate security and control, housing assignments, meal service, recreation activities and work details.
- Intervened in situations involving physical altercations between inmates or between inmates and staff members.
- Participated in disciplinary hearings when necessary to provide testimony or evidence related to an incident.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
S.O.R.T. Sniper Team Squad Leader
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
Ellsworth, KS
10.2010 - 06.2018
- Led sniper team operations for the Ellsworth Correctional Facility's Special Operations Responce Team (S.O.R.T.) sniper team missions and field exercises.
- Planned concealment positions and overwatch routes for facility emergency operations.
- Supervised weapons handling, zeroing, and maintenance for precision rifles.
- Briefed team members on terrain, targets, and engagement rules.
- Trained new shooters on marksmanship, camouflage, and field craft.
- Trained sniper personnel on the use of specialized equipment and techniques.
- Provided guidance on target identification and selection criteria.
- Assessed terrain conditions prior to operations and developed strategies accordingly.
Correctional Officer II
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
Ellsworth, KS
11.2013 - 04.2014
- Supervised correctional officers during resident housing, movement, and security rounds.
- Enforced facility policies and resident conduct standards at correctional institution.
- Monitored housing units, search procedures, and contraband control operations.
- Responded to disturbances, emergencies, and inmate incidents with calm leadership.
- Reviewed shift reports, incident logs, and security observations for facility compliance.
- Coordinated with medical, custody, and administrative staff on resident concerns.
- Trained correctional officers on post orders, safety procedures, and resident supervision.
- Documented disciplinary actions, use-of-force events, and inmate behavior violations.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Monitored inmate movement within the facility to maintain security and safety of staff, residents and visitors.
- Conducted random searches for contraband items such as weapons or drugs.
- Enforced discipline among residents according to established rules and regulations.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
Correctional Officer I
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
Ellsworth, KS
08.2010 - 11.2013
- Supervised resident movement throughout correctional facility housing and common areas.
- Enforced facility rules, security procedures, and resident conduct standards.
- Conducted cell searches for contraband, weapons, and prohibited items.
- Monitored surveillance systems and reported suspicious activity to supervisors.
- Completed incident reports, shift logs, and daily security documentation.
- Responded to emergencies, disturbances, and resident altercations using approved procedures.
- Inspected doors, locks, fences, and facility equipment for security concerns.
- Communicated with staff, residents, and visitors using professional correctional conduct.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Observed resident behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Education
Certificate Of Completion - Senior Leader Course
United States Army
03.2023 - 04.2023
Certification Of Completion - Observer / Sniper Basic Training
Kansas Department of Corrections
03.2018 - 03.2018
Certificate Of Completion - Advanced Leader Course
United States Army
10.2018 - 11.2018
Certificate Of Completion - SRT Basic Sniper Course
Kansas Highway Patrol
04.2017 - 04.2017
Certificate Of Completion - Basic Leader Course
United States Army
07.2012 - 08.2012
Certificate Of Completion - Medical Logistics Specialest Course
United States Army
03.2010 - 05.2010
Certificate Of Completion - Basic Combat Training
United States Army
02.2010 - 03.2010
Certificate Of Completion - Special Operations Responce Team (SORT) Basic Trai
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
10.2010 - 10.2010
Salina South High-School
Salina, KSCertificate Of Achievement - Cadet Law Enforcement Academy
Kansas Highway Patrol
06.2008 - 06.2008
Skills
- Medical logistics
- Platoon operations
- Readiness tracking
- Supply accountability
- Team supervision
- Personnel management
- Training coordination
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Leadership
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Physical fitness
- Maintaining security
- Building morale
- Operational planning
- Defense organization
- Administrative support
- Security management
- Intelligence gathering
- Surveillance techniques
- Training implementation
- Overseeing training
- Field training
- Weapons handling
- Vehicle operation
- Leadership development
- Risk assessment
- Vehicle inspection
- Military operations
- Combat planning
- Reconnaissance operations
- Crew briefing
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Achievement for "Top Gun" of Basic Sniper Class in 2018
- Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) for serving as the Commanding General's enlisted aide in a Combat environment.
- Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) for serving as the Non-Commissioned Officer in charge of a major medical logistics wearhouse in a combat environment.
Timeline
Certificate Of Completion - Senior Leader Course
United States Army
03.2023 - 04.2023
Platoon Sergeant
392nd Medical Logistics Company
10.2022 - Current
Certificate Of Completion - Advanced Leader Course
United States Army
10.2018 - 11.2018
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
388th Multifunctional Medical Battalion
06.2018 - 10.2022
Certification Of Completion - Observer / Sniper Basic Training
Kansas Department of Corrections
03.2018 - 03.2018
Certificate Of Completion - SRT Basic Sniper Course
Kansas Highway Patrol
04.2017 - 04.2017
Correctional Supervisor I
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
04.2014 - 06.2018
Correctional Officer II
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
11.2013 - 04.2014
Certificate Of Completion - Basic Leader Course
United States Army
07.2012 - 08.2012
Medical Logistics NCO
United States Army Reserve Command
10.2010 - 10.2022
S.O.R.T. Sniper Team Squad Leader
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
10.2010 - 06.2018
Certificate Of Completion - Special Operations Responce Team (SORT) Basic Trai
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
10.2010 - 10.2010
Correctional Officer I
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
08.2010 - 11.2013
Certificate Of Completion - Medical Logistics Specialest Course
United States Army
03.2010 - 05.2010
Certificate Of Completion - Basic Combat Training
United States Army
02.2010 - 03.2010
Certificate Of Achievement - Cadet Law Enforcement Academy
Kansas Highway Patrol
06.2008 - 06.2008
Salina South High-School