JUSTIN BARRICK

Senior Enlisted advisor to the Regimental Commander for all enlisted policy and system matters. Manages oversight of the development of tactically and technically proficient noncommissioned officers within regiment. Generates analytical data on effectiveness of enlisted training and rating on processes affecting Soldiers. Liaisons with sergeants major to provide information, assessments and an experienced viewpoint on discipline, sustainability and other concerns of enlisted personnel/facilitators.

Currently serves as the unit's Action Officer, an O7 command supporting six divisions augmenting HQDA, Army Operations Center, Army National Guard Emergency Operations Center, National Military Command Center, Defense Threat Reduction Agency and other governmental partners in the National Capitol Region. Serves as the unit's Operations Sergeant Major for over 100 personnel; advises the Commander regarding unit training and system's logistical functions. Responsible for mission operation coordination and management, including weapons qualifications, the Army Combat Fitness Test and augmentation support to mission Interagency partners: FEMA, DTRA, National Guard Bureau, Homeland Security and White House Operations. Utilized strategic scrutiny while serving as the Task Force Guardian Command Sergeant Major during Operation Capitol Response I and II and the 59th Presidential Inauguration National Special Security Event; developed a brigade level staff during the deployment of over 25,000 National Guard forces from all 50 States to secure the safe and peaceful transition of power.

Responsible for overseeing the daily operations and readiness for the 74th Troop Command (Brigade) consisting of nine (9) units and more than 660 Soldiers. Duties include implementing training plans, logistical ammunition forecasts, facilities requests, equipment for organizational training events / exercises while supporting domestic operations. Supervises Brigade operations; plans, coordinates, supervises and participates in activities pertaining to organization, training, combat strategies and intelligence of units at Battalion or higher. Established and coordinated resource workshops, meetings and briefings. Provide tactical and technical guidance to subordinates while evaluating Soldiers professional development, accomplishments and experienced response readiness.

Assist Command in planning, coordinating and dissecting all material and personnel to support unit mission. Advised Command on enlisted matters to include duty assignments, promotions/reductions, awards, welfare and equal opportunity. Responsible for the Soldier's accountability, administration, reconstitution and mentoring of 21 Noncommissioned Officers (NCOs), 5 Officers; ensuring all are proficient in their warrior tasks and drills.

Performed budget analysis to control expenditures and predict future budgetary needs. Forecasted required training seats for DC National Guard based on force structure changes, deployment cycles and positions requiring education through the Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS) and the Total Army Schools System (TASS). In addition, the Training Branch NCOIC manages Professional Military Education training seats for Enlisted, Officers and Warrant Officers. Built readiness across the state by ensuring Soldiers receive the institutional training required to redevelop unit requirements enabling mission success.

Managed 22-person Joint Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) response team. Responsible for unit accountability, research and analysis as well as strategic flexibility. Senior advisor to the Commander on all enlisted matters while sustaining coordinated efforts with Joint civilian and Intergovernmental organizations to brief CST concepts, transporting and reallocating personnel. Responsible for maintaining accountability and mission readiness of $8.5 million dollars' worth of unit property and equipment.

Lateral move from PANG to DCNG generating and analyzing Computer Hazard Modeling to determine the extent of contamination and protective actions in the event of a CBRNE incident. Established liaison with Intergovernmental agencies involved in hazard prediction modeling. Maintained unit operations center and tracked unit support to the Incident/Unified Commander while effectively executing tactical operations. Managed Defense Travel System (DTS), Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS), Unit Statistical Report (USR) and the Digital Training Management System (DTMS). Responsible for sustaining and transporting $1.5 million in equipment.

Managed, generated, reviewed and coordinated administrative tasks pertaining to personnel accountability, strength management, evaluations, promotions and reductions. Developed and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel and position management practices. Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and human resources policies and procedures.

Conducted initial identification of suspect chemical and radiological events. Generated initial agent identification information to CST Tactical Operations Center for dissemination to Incident Commander. Collected and preserved incident-related samples for delivery to the onsite analytical laboratory according to chain of custody requirements. Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Taught personnel processes to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment for battle scenarios. Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives. Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises. Appointed Team Lead after September 11th attacks and during October 2001 Amerithrax Mission; clearing out both the Longworth House Office Building and the Hart Senate Building.