Leroy Jackson
Chief, Commander's Action Group
Montgomery,AL
Summary
My qualifications for teaching are based on 6+ years (2013-2019) of experience in the Airfield Operations Community as the head of the Air Traffic Control (ATC), Airfield Management (AM), and Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems(RAWS) Training programs. As a three-time Flight Commander, I was responsible for awarding ATC, AM, and Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems ratings and certifications. I also provided oversight of the. During this period, I was responsible for producing many Federal Airway Administration-certified Air Traffic Controllers and oversaw the Experiencing Difficulty in Training (EDIT) program which provided remedial and corrective training for Air Traffic Controllers.
More recently, I led a team of 11 Contracted Instructors and 2 Company grade officers across seven facilitated and non-facilitated courses, instructing Total Force Airmen in various subject matters including military ethics, organizational leadership, frontline leadership, and flight command.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chief, Commander's Action Group
Global College Of Professional Military Education
Maxwell AFB, AL
05.2023 - Current
- Plans, coordinates, and manages communications in alignment with the installation commander's policies and guidance.
- Assists the GCPME Chief of Staff with personnel actions; oversees the development and implementation of policies, programs, and initiatives to support the GCPME mission.
- Builds and maintains GCPME Operational Instruction; codifies/establishes operational and procedural guidance for GCPME.
- Coordinates GCPME visits with external stakeholders; facilitates MOU establishment and future educational partnerships.
- Leads the accomplishment of the quarterly Commander's Mission Analysis and Review; ensures regulation compliance with HQ guidance.
- Assists the Commander's Executive Officer with Air University (AU) HQ-assigned tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Course Director, Leadership, Ethics & POA
Global College Of Professional Military Education
Maxwell AFB, AL
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and executed curriculum for ACSC's online masters and non-masters Leadership and Command courses; Supports 28K+ AF active, Reserve, Guard, civilian & Joint students in four PDE/IDE/SDE/JPME programs, worldwide.
- Assisted Dean and Leadership Department Chair in planning, policy-making, developing and implementing Distance Learning strategic vision
- Mentored junior officers through successful facilitated course offering.
- Oversaw 11 contractors and 2 CGOs delivery of engaging, interactive educational experiences and curriculum.
- Managed staff compliance with school-specific policies and procedures.
Executive Officer
9 Air Forces Central
Shaw AFB, SC
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Translated Director's vision/intent across two staffs and six subordinate divisions.
- Guided Director's staff of 5; enabled 111 personnel to provide decisive air, space and cyber power for USCENTCOM operations.
- Managed tasking and staff response for AFCENT's most tasked directorate; coordinated 900 combatant commander tasks annually.
- Conducted protocol duties; represented A3 and interacts w/higher HQ at all levels.
- Performed Director's special projects.
Deputy Chief, Airfield Operations Branch
Air Forces Central Command
Shaw AFB, SC
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Rewrote and updated comprehensive department policies and procedures.
- Led 12-person team provided USAFCENT combat airspace, ATC, airfield management, and ATCALS technical expertise.
- Supported combat ops at 16 forward bases with over 300 USAF/contracted personnel and over $150M in mission critical assets.
- Represented USAFCENT for joint ATC tactics, techniques, procedures & future warfighting capabilities development.
- Developed and implemented airspace, ATC, NAVAID sustainment procedures in coordination with Joint, FAA, Department of State, and Host Nations.
Airfield Operations Flight Commander
306 Operation Support Squadron
USAFA, CO
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Led 27 ATC/AM/Airfield systems personnel provided support for 5 training squadrons, aero club, and transient aircraft.
- Responsible for safe and efficient ATC service to 120K annual aircraft operations in the 3rd busiest tower in the Air Force.
- Coordinated with Civil Engineering and contractors for construction and repair activities to maintain USAFA’s primary and auxiliary airfields.
- Developed procedures to ensure safe and secure airspace, airfield and ATC operations in accordance with FAA and USAF guidance.
Airfield Operations Flight Commander
9 Operations Support Squadron
Beale AFB, CA
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Commanded 70-person military and civilian flight across 5 AFSCs; maintained standards, policies, and procedures.
- Ensured safe and efficient Airfield Management/Radar, Airfield, and Weather Systems (RAWS) operations and secured 5 nautical miles airspace/11 million square foot airfield, and maintained $3 million RAWS assets.
- Supported USAF’s sole high-altitude reconnaissance wing ($5 billion fleet) and an Air Force Reserve component wing in support of 7 combatant commanders.
- Coordinated the airspace, airfield, ATC matters with 9 Reconnaissance Wing, FAA and local community leadership.
Airfield Operations Flight Commander
71st Operations Support Squadron
Vance AFB, OK
03.2013 - 08.2015
- Managed AF's 3d busiest ATC facility; directed Airfield Management/ATC functions in support of 230K annual aircraft operations
- Negotiated airspace/airfield/ATC matters with 71 FTW, Federal Aviation Administration, and local community leadership
- Supervised 130+ military/civilian personnel provided ATC services to aircraft within 12K square miles of airspace/12 airfields
- Was responsible for over $500K in contract requirements as well as real property/equipment assets valued in excess of $30M
Airfield Operations Systems Officer
60th Operations Support Squadron
Travis AFB, CA
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Completed 13M, Airfield Operations Officer upgrade training.
- Supported 60 Airfield Operations Flight in winning 3rd consecutive Air Mobility Command Facility of the Year and 1 Air Force Airfield Operations Complex facility of the year.
Executive Officer
60 Air Mobility Wing/Director Of Staff
Travis AFB, CA
06.2010 - 01.2012
- Administered executive support to the Director of Staff, Deputy Director of Staff and 17 assigned staff agencies in AMC's largest Wing
- Authored executive-level correspondence
- Ensured quality/timeliness of Promotion Recommendation Forms, OPR/EPR, e-SSS, awards/decorations and HHQ taskings;
Dentist
60 Dental Squadron
Travis AFB, CA
11.2008 - 06.2010
- Educated patients about dental issues and proper oral care to prevent dental decay and disease.
- Created individualized treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
- Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
- Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
- Examined, diagnosed, and treated diseases/injuries of the oral cavity and maxillofacial regions for 7,800 military personnel in AMC's largest dental squadron.
- Prepared, trains and exercised to provide basic medical care during wartime contingencies, and peacetime disasters.
Education
D.D.S.
08.2004 - 08.2008
Associate of Science - Biology
07.1999 - 05.2004
Skills
Personnel Management
Events Coordinator
Leads small, medium, and large units
Operations Management
INFJ "The Counselor" Personality Type
Group facilitation
Group and individual instruction
Diverse groups presentations
Team interaction
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Chief, Commander's Action Group - Global College Of Professional Military Education
05.2023 - Current
Course Director, Leadership, Ethics & POA - Global College Of Professional Military Education
07.2021 - 05.2023
Executive Officer - 9 Air Forces Central
06.2020 - 07.2021
Deputy Chief, Airfield Operations Branch - Air Forces Central Command
08.2019 - 06.2020
Airfield Operations Flight Commander - 306 Operation Support Squadron
09.2018 - 08.2019
Airfield Operations Flight Commander - 9 Operations Support Squadron
08.2015 - 08.2018
Airfield Operations Flight Commander - 71st Operations Support Squadron
03.2013 - 08.2015
Airfield Operations Systems Officer - 60th Operations Support Squadron
01.2012 - 03.2013
Executive Officer - 60 Air Mobility Wing/Director Of Staff
06.2010 - 01.2012
Dentist - 60 Dental Squadron
11.2008 - 06.2010
Howard University College of Dentistry - , D.D.S.
08.2004 - 08.2008
Howard University College of Arts And Sciences - Associate of Science, Biology
07.1999 - 05.2004