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Kenneth Watson

Kenneth Watson

Brownsboro,AL

Summary

Accomplished U.S. Army veteran with a proven track record in leadership and problem-solving ability. Excelled in high-stakes environments, overseeing training, performance and personal counseling, multiple operations, and maintaining 100% accountability of $12.4 million in assets without loss. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and effective communication, ensuring high graduation rates and operational success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Infantry Platoon Sergeant Observer Coach Trainer

U.S. Army Active Duty
03.2021 - 05.2023


  • Oversaw a three person team and facilitated training for groups of 30 or more soldiers in 10 distinct classes annually at the Joint Readiness Training Center of Ft. Johnson, LA.


  • Managed safety measures, training activities, and personnel movements while conducting risk assessments. Delivered daily reports to senior leaders for monitoring on a larger scale in support of higher-level maneuvers.


  • Conducted comprehensive after action reviews to enhance professional growth and ensure safe operations during training rotation.

Operations Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
09.2017 - 02.2021
  • Prepared, monitored and documented trackers, grade updates, rosters and board packets as a Student Operations supervisor for the swamp phase of U.S. Army ranger school.
  • Managed maintenance and upkeep of 13 safety boats and over 100 student rafts, ensuring a secure environment for waterborne operations and training.
  • Provided consistent monitoring of over 200 citibank government travel card accounts, delivering weekly reports to the command team.
  • Ensured compliance with annual training requirements by diligently managing and organizing all relevant documentation via the Army's Digital Training Management system.
  • Reviewed and ensured corrections for travel submission requests and school assignments as the Defense Travel Administrator and Schools supervisor.


Drill Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
11.2014 - 09.2017


  • Achieved the esteemed title of 'Honor Platoon' for 4 out of 6 classes, demonstrating outstanding competitiveness by securing the highest tally of competition banners in training events. Additionally, attained second place accolades among four groups for the remaining two classes.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and unique challenges faced by individual trainees.
  • Enhanced communication skills in trainees through practice in public speaking, written correspondence, and interpersonal interactions.
  • Ensured trainees maintained high levels of hygiene, personal appearance, and overall health during their time in basic training.
  • Achieved a high graduation rate among trainees under my supervision by utilizing effective motivational techniques, maintaining high standards, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Infantryman (11B)

U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2003 - 11.2014
  • Led and executed over 100 mounted and dismounted operations during deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, ensuring adherence to medical and security protocols.
  • Performed various roles and responsibilities including rifleman, machine gunner, team leader, weapons squad leader, recruiter, and reconnaissance platoon sergeant.
  • Exercised leadership as Unit Prevention Leader concurrently with being a Recruiter, managing monthly urinalysis process for command team.
  • Maintained 100% accountability and serviceability for over $12.4 million as an infantry platoon sergeant without any losses.
  • Maintained high levels of personal accountability by meeting strict standards for grooming, uniform appearance, punctuality, and conduct at all times.
  • Successfully graduated from Army Equal Opportunity Leader course and appointed as squadron level EOL.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies

University of Arkansas Grantham
Little Rock, AR
12.2014

Skills

  • Reliability
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Networking
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Effective Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Weapons experience

Affiliations

  • Lifetime member of the American Legion.
  • Lifetime member of the VFW
  • Fraternal order of Eagles

Timeline

Infantry Platoon Sergeant Observer Coach Trainer

U.S. Army Active Duty
03.2021 - 05.2023

Operations Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
09.2017 - 02.2021

Drill Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
11.2014 - 09.2017

Infantryman (11B)

U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2003 - 11.2014

Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies

University of Arkansas Grantham

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