Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
References
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Raymond Franklin

Stedman,NC

Summary

Dynamic leader with success spearheading tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. Resourceful professional in specialized and tactical operations leadership, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess key skills in strategic planning, crisis management, and team leadership. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and adaptability, ensuring successful mission outcomes through effective problem-solving and collaboration.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Distribution Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Lewis, WA
04.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for training, administrative actions, maintenance, and discipline.
  • Organized logistics requirements such as transportation, ammunition supply, medical support and communications systems.
  • Maintained a high level of morale among troops through positive reinforcement techniques and providing recognition when deserved.

Cadre Squad Leader

U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Liberty, NC
10.2020 - 04.2022
  • Served as a squad leader for the Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU), assisting soldiers and their family members in navigating through their recovery and Medical Evaluation Board.
  • Managed and synchronized appointments, schedules, work programs, and mandatory training for Soldiers in transition.
  • Managed Adaptive Reconditioning Programing, assisting Soldiers in their recovery goals through focusing on sports, moderate intensity activities, and therapeutic activities.

Distribution Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Liberty, NC
02.2019 - 10.2020
  • Organized, supervised and coordinated platoon training activities.
  • Conducted performance counseling of subordinates in the platoon.
  • Organized logistics requirements such as transportation, ammunition supply, medical support and communications systems.
  • During deployment to Afghanistan responsible for the movement, accountability, and turn-in for $24.2 million of ammunition, overseen daily mobility liaison operations, responsible for the training, equipping, career progression, and personal welfare of two Soldiers and their families.

Distribution Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Johnson, LA
08.2016 - 02.2019
  • Supervised cargo loading and unloading, overseen platoon convoy operations and manages crew availability, supervised distribution of general supplies, fuel, and ammunition to supported units.
  • Maintained accountability and ensured the combat readiness of equipment valued at over $10 million.
  • Educated 300+ Soldiers in Counter Improvised Explosive Devices (CIED).

Dispatcher

U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Eustis, VA
11.2013 - 08.2016
  • Tracked vehicles using GPS technology and provided real-time status updates as needed.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, updating databases, and preparing documents for review by management staff.
  • Scheduled loads according to priority and available equipment.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD

Skills

  • Ensuring Security Protocols
  • Fostering Positive Team Dynamics
  • Training Oversight
  • Asset Oversight
  • Training Coordination
  • Practical Instruction
  • Fleet Management & Logistics
  • Vehicle Maintenance

Accomplishments

  • 5 Army Commendation Medals
  • 2 Army Commendation Medals with "Combat" device
  • 4 Army Achievement Medals
  • Expert qualification badge (M4 Carbine)
  • Driver and Mechanic badge

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Limited
Spanish
Elementary

Certification

  • Basic Leaders Course (May 2008)
  • Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Defense course (August 2014)
  • Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) (December 2014)
  • Motor Transport Operator Advanced Leaders Course (May 2016)
  • Demonstrated Logistician Program (June 2016)
  • Airlift Planners Course (September 2016)
  • Counter Improvised Explosive Device course (July 2017)
  • Unit Movement Officer course (August 2018)
  • Motor Transport Operator Senior Leaders Course (November 2021)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Distribution Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
04.2022 - Current

Cadre Squad Leader

U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2020 - 04.2022

Distribution Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2019 - 10.2020

Distribution Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2016 - 02.2019

Dispatcher

U.S. Army Active Duty
11.2013 - 08.2016

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Raymond Franklin