Joseph Renfro
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
Dynamic leader and strategic thinker with extensive experience in the United States Marine Corps, specializing in weapons expertise and tactical leadership. Operated in austere environments from the deserts of the middle east to the arctic circle. Instructed entry-level Marines and advanced units in weapons, tactics and advising foreign counterparts.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 09.2024
- Enhanced unit readiness by conducting rigorous training exercises and maintaining strict adherence to standards.
- Managed personnel administration tasks such as evaluations, promotions, awards recommendations, leave requests, and disciplinary actions to maintain a well-organized platoon structure.
- Expedited decision-making processes for higher headquarters with accurate reporting on various aspects of battlefield conditions including enemy activity patterns and terrain analysis.
- Maximized unit combat effectiveness through diligent maintenance of weapons systems, vehicles, communication gear, and other essential equipment.
- Cultivated a culture of safety within the platoon by enforcing strict adherence to risk management procedures during all training events and operational missions.
- Coordinated logistical support for the platoon during deployments to ensure timely resupply of ammunition, food, water, fuel, and medical supplies.
- Reinforced the importance of ethical decision-making in high-stress environments with frequent discussions on the laws of armed conflict, rules of engagement, and established codes of conduct.
- Ensured mission success with thorough pre-mission planning, rehearsals, and after-action reviews.
- Sustained 100% accountability of personnel and equipment by implementing comprehensive inventory management systems.
- Promoted a culture of personal and professional growth by encouraging soldiers to pursue advanced military education opportunities and civilian certifications relevant to their career goals.
- Elevated physical fitness standards within the platoon by designing and implementing challenging training programs that focused on strength, endurance, and functional movement.
Operations Chief
United States Navy
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Advised the Operations Officer on all matters pertaining to training and readiness.
- Assisted the Operations Officer with the development of the command's training plan.
- Assisted the Operations Officer in the preparation of schedules, briefs, fragmentary orders, policy letters and letters of instructions as required.
- Enforced all regulations and guidelines pertaining to the enrollment and prescribing of Marines to Resident Professional Military Education Formal Schools.
- Supervised the reservation and de-conflicting of training areas within the Command spaces.
Infantry Unit Leader
United States Marine Corps
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Enhanced unit readiness by conducting rigorous training exercises and maintaining strict adherence to standards.
- Managed personnel administration tasks such as evaluations, promotions, awards recommendations, leave requests, and disciplinary actions to maintain a well-organized platoon structure.
- Expedited decision-making processes for higher headquarters with accurate reporting on various aspects of battlefield conditions including enemy activity patterns and terrain analysis.
- Maximized unit combat effectiveness through diligent maintenance of weapons systems, vehicles, communication gear, and other essential equipment.
- Cultivated a culture of safety within the platoon by enforcing strict adherence to risk management procedures during all training events and operational missions.
- Coordinated logistical support for the platoon during deployments to ensure timely resupply of ammunition, food, water, fuel, and medical supplies.
- Reinforced the importance of ethical decision-making in high-stress environments with frequent discussions on the laws of armed conflict, rules of engagement, and established codes of conduct.
- Ensured mission success with thorough pre-mission planning, rehearsals, and after-action reviews.
- Sustained 100% accountability of personnel and equipment by implementing comprehensive inventory management systems.
- Promoted a culture of personal and professional growth by encouraging soldiers to pursue advanced military education opportunities and civilian certifications relevant to their career goals.
- Elevated physical fitness standards within the platoon by designing and implementing challenging training programs that focused on strength, endurance, and functional movement.
Combat Instructor
Untied States Marine Corps
05.2013 - 09.2016
- In strict accordance with the POI, SOPs, Smart Pack, and other regulations governing Infantry Training Battalion, safely lead infantry, entry-level Marines through a 59-day Program of Instruction in the skills needed to operate in a combat environment.
- Maintained accountability of all personnel, weapons, and equipment.
- Served as a Position Safety Officer and Range Safety Officer during live-fire exercises. -
- Served as a role model and mentor by constantly setting a positive example through personal appearance, discipline, military bearing, Esprit de Corps, tactical and technical knowledge, and professional conduct.
- Maintained high standards by regularly conducting inspections of the cleanliness of Marines' weapons and equipment, their personal hygiene, conduct, and knowledge.
Machine Gun Section Leader
Untied States Marine Corps
01.2011 - 04.2013
- Responsible for the discipline, appearance, training, control, conduct, and welfare of his section at all times, as well as the condition, care, and economical use of it's weapons and equipment.
- Employed of a section in general support, direct support, and as an attachment in order to support the company scheme of maneuver.
- Responsible for the tactical employment, fire discipline, fire control, and effective employment of the machinegun squads as attachments to other units.
- Trained a section in the performance of tasks that support platoon and/or company training objectives.
Foreign Advisor Instructor
United States Marine Corps
11.2008 - 01.2011
- Motorized Operations Non Commissioned Officer Subject Matter Expert.
- Tactics Non Commissioned Officer and Subject Matter Expert.
- Responsible for motorized operation and tactics instruction for the teams.
- Responsible for curriculum development and maintenance of tactics master lesson files.
- Performed duties of motorized operations subject matter expert and respective uniformed representative throughout the training schedule.
- Performed duties of instructor NCO to include instructing, coaching, and controlling block IV transition team training as part of the Advisor Training Group POI.
- Assessed teams throughout the training rotation and prepared the final Exercise Force Performance Assessments.
Infantry Machine Gunner
United States Marine Corps
12.2003 - 11.2008
- Conducted risk assessments for potential enemy threats, selecting appropriate machine gun positions to maximize defensive capabilities.
- Collaborated effectively with adjacent units while providing suppressive fire during joint operations, enhancing overall mission effectiveness and coordination between teams.
- Supported convoy security operations by manning vehicle-mounted machine guns, mitigating potential roadside ambushes or attacks from hostile forces.
- Maintained a high level of situational awareness during operations, adjusting machine gun positions as needed to respond to changing battlefield conditions.
- Assisted in the development of tactical plans, incorporating machine gun placement for optimal effectiveness during operations.
- Maintained proficiency in various machine gun systems, ensuring adaptability and flexibility during deployments.
Recruit
United States Marine Corps
09.2003 - 12.2003
Education
High School Diploma -
Rogue River Junior/Senior High School
Rogue River, OR06.2003
Skills
Radio Communications
Weapons expertise
Combat Readiness
Field Training
Tactical Leadership
Land Navigation
Vehicle operations
Urban Warfare
Desert Warfare
Arctic Warfare
Overseeing training
Certification
- Formal School Instructor
- Marine Advisor
- Combat Instructor
- Force Fitness Instructor
- NATO Winter Instructor
Timeline
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 09.2024
Operations Chief
United States Navy
09.2018 - 09.2021
Infantry Unit Leader
United States Marine Corps
09.2016 - 09.2018
Combat Instructor
Untied States Marine Corps
05.2013 - 09.2016
Machine Gun Section Leader
Untied States Marine Corps
01.2011 - 04.2013
Foreign Advisor Instructor
United States Marine Corps
11.2008 - 01.2011
Infantry Machine Gunner
United States Marine Corps
12.2003 - 11.2008
Recruit
United States Marine Corps
09.2003 - 12.2003
High School Diploma -
Rogue River Junior/Senior High School