Kristopher Newville
Lakewood,US
Summary
Former Airborne Ranger with the 75th Ranger Regiment and accomplished Senior Military Science Instructor. Known for developing innovative leadership strategies and excelling in crisis management. Expert in training management and interpersonal communication, consistently fostering teamwork and collaboration. Demonstrated success in improving program effectiveness through strategic problem-solving and organizational skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Senior Military Science Instructor
Army
Parkland, WA
10.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with faculty members and staff to coordinate curricula for courses in leadership development.
- Created innovative strategies to mentor, motivate, and inspire students to excel in their academic pursuits.
- Displayed exemplary organizational skills through effective planning for upcoming drills or field exercises.
- Conducted regular field exercises and trained cadets on the fundamentals of tactical operations.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing real world scenarios that required analysis from a strategic perspective.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all field operations and provided emergency first aid when necessary.
- Advised commanders on best practices related to personnel management within the unit or organization.
- Identified areas where additional resources were needed in order to improve overall effectiveness of the program.
- Supported institution-wide initiatives aimed at promoting diversity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging for all members of the military community.
- Led physical fitness training sessions, ensuring optimal conditioning and injury prevention.
- Established a positive learning environment, promoting open communication and mutual respect among students and staff.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
Airborne Ranger
Army
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
01.2006 - 09.2021
- Employed problem-solving strategies when faced with challenging situations or unexpected obstacles during missions.
- Maximized unit readiness with rigorous physical fitness and weapons proficiency training regimens.
- Mentored junior soldiers, fostering professional growth and enhancing their understanding of military culture and values.
- Collaborated with inter-agency partners for joint operations, enhancing overall mission effectiveness.
- Provided expert guidance on airborne operations, ensuring safe execution of jumps and landings.
- Achieved optimal resource allocation by accurately assessing equipment needs and maintaining inventory levels.
- Maintained high standards of discipline and professionalism, fostering a cohesive and effective team environment.
- Evaluated soldier performance under high-pressure situations, ensuring rapid decision-making abilities during critical moments in missions or training exercises.
- Developed innovative solutions for overcoming complex challenges encountered during assignments.
- Assumed responsibility for training new Rangers on proper military protocol and regulations.
- Enforced safety and security regulations during explosives operations.
- Successfully completed countless successful missions through effective planning and execution.
- Exhibited strong leadership skills in leading small units during operations.
- Utilized superior judgment capabilities when assessing risks associated with various scenarios.
- Possessed an aptitude for working independently as well as collaboratively with other team members.
- Provided mentorship guidance to junior soldiers, helping them develop their own set of skills needed for success as Airborne Rangers.
- Developed proficient tactical strategies that led to the successful completion of assigned objectives.
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies utilizing Airborne Rangers'' unique capabilities for maximum impact on objectives.
- Coordinated logistics support for the transportation of personnel, equipment, and supplies during deployments or training events.
- Reduced risk to personnel by implementing safety measures during training exercises and live-fire scenarios.
Co-Manager
Wal-Mart Store
Palmdale, CA
04.1999 - 01.2006
- Managed inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing shrinkage and wastage.
- Resolved complex customer complaints promptly and effectively, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction while protecting business interests.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations by monitoring operations on a daily basis.
- Partnered with other Co-Managers to share best practices, learn from collective experiences, and improve overall store performance.
- Managed scheduling for all employees to ensure adequate coverage during peak periods without compromising labor cost objectives.
- Performed regular reviews assessing each employee's performance and developed improvement plans.
- Coordinated visual merchandising efforts across different departments for cohesive displays that maximized sales potential.
- Implemented loss prevention measures, reducing instances of theft and improving store security.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2022
Master of Science - Emergency Management
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA08-2025
Skills
- Operational planning
- Training Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
- Crisis Management
- Team building
- Problem-Solving
- Security clearance
- Class Instruction
- Supervision and leadership
- Military operations
- Physical fitness
Accomplishments
Master Infantryman's Badge
Coached #1 of 30 Ranger Challenge Teams
11 Combat Deployments with the 75th Ranger Regiment
Certification
- Master Jumpmaster
- Ranger
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
- Pathfinder
- Master Breacher
- Army instructor
- Marksmanship Instructor
Awards
Bronze Star Medal (three), Army Commendation Medal with Valor, Joint Service Commendation, Meritorious Service Medal
Timeline
Senior Military Science Instructor
Army
10.2021 - Current
Airborne Ranger
Army
01.2006 - 09.2021
Co-Manager
Wal-Mart Store
04.1999 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Master of Science - Emergency Management
University of Southern California