Joshua Hirsch
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Military Officer with 27 years of leadership experience managing a diverse culture of people during a wide range of logistical operations. Proven track record of securing impactful resource allocation. Diligent and dedicated to handling numerous high-pressure situations in ever-changing environments. Dynamic leader committed to developing and implementing policies and procedures with focus on safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Logistics
US Army
06.2022 - Current
- Responsible for sustainment and logistics operations for over 30,000 Soldiers across the European Continent
- Lead integrator and manager for supply chain operations to sustain US Army Forces in Europe
- Managed all transportation operations across multiple European countries
- Planned, coordinated, and managed logistics support for high level Department of Defense Contingency Operations
Brigade Commander
US Army
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Director for the only US Army transportation organization located in Europe
- Responsible for transporting US Military equipment and supplies to support all Department of Defense operations in Europe and Africa
- Led numerous subordinate organizations across Europe, including civilians and Soldiers
- Managed government contracts totaling $38 million dollars
Director
US Army
10.2017 - 05.2019
- Directed all aspects of transportation operations including commercial line haul scheduling, contract management, monitoring and reporting
- Managed multiple planning efforts and executed numerous military operations while leading a large team of US Government employees
- Cultivated strong and enduring relationships with US Military Allies and Partners
Battalion Commander
US Army
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Senior Manager responsible for the safety, health, welfare and care of 800 soldiers and their families
- Directed eight subordinate organizations responsible for transportation scheduling and movement coordination
- Created an environment conducive to a safety minded culture.
Mobility Officer
United States Transportation Command
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Team leader directing all Department of Defense transportation operations in the Southern Hemisphere, to include North and South America
- Key integrator of military logistics and transportation operations to support future global Department of Defense operations
- Lead operations officer responsible for developing multiple segments of military movements
- Planned and coordinated strategic movements of personnel and equipment to support emerging US military activities
Education
Master of Arts - Military Operational Art And Science
Air University
Montgomery, AL05.2011
Master of Arts - Transportation And Logistics
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05.1998
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Transportation Management/Planning
- Personnel Conflict Management
- Team Building
- Skilled Communicator
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Chief of Logistics
US Army
06.2022 - Current
Brigade Commander
US Army
06.2020 - 05.2022
Director
US Army
10.2017 - 05.2019
Battalion Commander
US Army
09.2015 - 06.2017
Mobility Officer
United States Transportation Command
07.2012 - 07.2015
Master of Arts - Military Operational Art And Science
Air University
Master of Arts - Transportation And Logistics
North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of South Dakota