Kristi Anna Walker
Redding,CA
Summary
Armed Driver Guard with extensive experience in force protection and weapons management. Successfully trained nearly 1,000 personnel in safety protocols and operational procedures. Managed a team of 16 personnel overseeing 6 major weapon and missile systems. Served 8 years in the U.S. Navy, demonstrating strong leadership and tactical skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialized Foster Parent
Shasta County RFA
Redding, California
12.2020 - 02.2025
- Provided nurturing care to foster children in a safe environment.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized care plans.
- Attended regular training sessions on child development and trauma-informed care.
- Communicated effectively with biological families during visitation sessions.
- Managed daily schedules and activities for foster children.
- Advocated for children's needs in meetings with educational staff and caseworkers.
- Documented behavioral observations and progress in case files accurately.
- Collaborated with local organizations that provided additional resources for the family unit.
- Utilized problem solving techniques when addressing challenging behaviors exhibited by the youth.
- Educated parents on how to best care for children with special needs and disabilities.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques.
Gunnersmate Second Class/ Journeymen
U.S. Navy
San Diego, California
11.2008 - 11.2016
- Trained and qualified 982 personnel in the operation and use of the M9 service pistol, M16 rifle, M500 shotgun over an 8 year period.
- As a member of the Force Protection Training Team, I ensured that the six duty sections I trained were proficient in security protocols and passed certifications with top marks.
- Conducted safety inspections and ensured compliance with operational standards.
- Participated in emergency drills to enhance crew response during critical situations.
- Monitored and secured weapons, ammunition and equipment.
Mid-Level Manager
U.S. Navy
- Led 16 personnel for 3 years in their daily operations, high risk evolutions, and complex weapon exercises.
- Managed a team of personnel in the operation and upkeep of 6 major weapon systems completing over 10,000 preventative and corrective Maintenance ensuring 100% efficiency at all times.
- Mentored 15 personnel in career defining decisions leading to a 95% retention and promotion rate.
- Coordinated training programs to enhance team performance and readiness.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline processes.
- Implemented safety procedures to maintain secure working environments.
- Supervised personnel performance and conducted regular evaluations.
- Supervised day-to-day operations within the department, including assigning tasks, delegating work, and monitoring results.
Record Keeper
U.S. Navy
- Performed monthly inventories through 8 years of over 200,000 rounds of ammunition and missiles and 1000 weapons with ZERO discrepancies.
- Developed new tracking system for creating and maintaining mission critical records decreasing clerical errors and requalification’s by 25%.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel and equipment for naval operations.
- Organized documentation for training and deployment schedules.
Education
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Shasta College
Redding, CA05-2019
Ammunition Sentencing -
07.2015
Ammunition Supply Administration -
04.2015
Security Reaction Force-B Training -
05.2011
Gunnersmate Apprenticeship Training -
09.2009
Navy Recruit Training -
01.2009
Skills
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Record keeping
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- First aid and CPR
- Equipment maintenance
- Weapons training
- Security protocol compliance
- Record management
- Safety inspections
- Military experience
- Ammunition handling
- Target acquisition
- Tactical instruction
- Firearm storage
- Range safety
- Small arms proficiency
- Weapon maintenance
- Marksmanship training
- Range management
Certification
- Ammunition and Explosives Driver-December 2014
- US Military Apprenticeship-Armory Technician- July 2016
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal-September 2013
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal-June 2014
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal- October 2014
Timeline
Specialized Foster Parent
Shasta County RFA
12.2020 - 02.2025
Gunnersmate Second Class/ Journeymen
U.S. Navy
11.2008 - 11.2016
Mid-Level Manager
U.S. Navy
Record Keeper
U.S. Navy
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Shasta College