Justin Vandevender
Aurora
Summary
Operations NCO with proven expertise in leading training initiatives, enhancing operational readiness, and fostering team morale. Adept at strategic execution and performance improvement to achieve unit objectives. Thrives on learning new skills quickly and approaches daily challenges with flexibility and openness to changing needs. Superior work ethic with excellent communication, multitasking and prioritization skills.
Overview
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Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations NCO
West Virginia Army National Guard
Fairmont
09.2022 - Current
- Oversaw development of training plans for five units within battalion, aligning training objectives with operational readiness. Coordinated training requirements from higher headquarters to unit level, ensuring alignment with mission objectives. Advised unit leadership as a senior enlisted advisor, providing expert guidance and support. Managed health, welfare, morale, discipline, professional development, and accountability for all soldiers, fostering a cohesive and disciplined environment. Executed commander's intent through NCO support channels, ensuring adherence to highest standards across the battery.
- Supervised daily operations and logistics for unit readiness and efficiency.
- Coordinated training exercises to enhance team performance and operational capability.
- Managed supply chain processes to ensure timely equipment availability and maintenance.
Unit Readiness NCO
West Virginia Army National Guard
Elkins
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Assisted platoon leader in planning, preparing, and executing collective training activities. Conducted reconnaissance for battery/platoon and selected, occupied, and defended position areas. Supervised daily operations as Battery Readiness NCO. Worked in AFCOS, My Unit Pay, DTS, DPRO, iPers, USR, DTMS, MPDV, SOH, and Evaluation Entry System. Provided readiness indicator data to higher headquarters for timely completion of monthly and quarterly reports.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Unit Training NCO
West Virginia Army National Guard
Elkins
09.2013 - 08.2020
- Facilitated receipt, storage, and issuance of explosive items to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Supervised lower grade soldiers, providing technical guidance to enhance their operational readiness.
- Developed and implemented training programs for soldiers' technical skills.
- Coordinated training schedules and resources for various military units.
- Conducted assessments to identify training needs and gaps in knowledge.
Union Iron Worker
Local 568
Cumberland
02.2007 - 09.2013
- Installed structural steel, precast concrete, metal decking, and steel framework to ensure stability of buildings, bridges, and other structures.
- Installed ties on reinforcing steel and mesh to reinforce structural integrity at construction sites.
- Operated machinery to execute tasks efficiently and safely.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elkins High School
Elkins05-2002
Skills
- Operational planning
- Training management
- Logistics planning
- Readiness reporting
- Safety compliance
- Data analysis
- Operational coordination
- Work planning and scheduling
- Personnel accountability
- Team leadership
- Problem resolution
- Continuous improvement
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
- Scheduling
Certification
- Physical Security Inspector
Accomplishments
- Military Awards:
Army Commendation Medal (3)
Army Achievement Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal (3)
Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (2)
National Defense Service Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal campaign Star with 2 stars
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Armed Forces Reserve Medal w/ Bronze Hourglass and w/ M Device (2)
Armed Forces Reserve Medal (2)
Noncommissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon (4)
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon (2)
DC Presidential Inauguration Ribbon
Michigan Exercise Ribbon
West Virginia Achievement Ribbon
West Virginia Emergency Service Ribbon (4)
West Virginia State Service Ribbon (4)
West Virginia Service Ribbon (3)
West Virginia National Guard Minuteman Ribbon
West Virginia Army National Guard Distinguished Unit Award
Combat Action Badge
Combat Action Special Skill Badge Driver and Mechanic Badge
Civilian Affiliations
- West Virginia National Guard EANGUS
United States Field Artillery Association (USFAA)
National Rifle Association (NRA)
National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF)
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF)
American Herford Association (AHA)
Timeline
Operations NCO
West Virginia Army National Guard
09.2022 - Current
Unit Readiness NCO
West Virginia Army National Guard
08.2020 - 09.2022
Unit Training NCO
West Virginia Army National Guard
09.2013 - 08.2020
Union Iron Worker
Local 568
02.2007 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Elkins High School