Richard Cogswell
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Platoon Sergeant with a distinguished career in the United States Army, adept in personnel management and operational planning. Spearheaded innovative strategies, enhancing mission outcomes and ensuring the welfare of over 350 soldiers. Bilingual in Spanish, excelled in training coordination and morale building, managing assets worth over $1.75 million.
Experienced with team leadership, operational planning, and resource management. Utilizes strategic thinking and problem-solving to enhance unit performance. Track record of fostering cohesive team environments and achieving mission objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
01.2013 - 06.2024
- Trained, supervised and organized over 350 soldiers and personnel.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Contributed valuable input during key decision-making processes as an integral member of the command team.
- Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Advised Maintenance Control Officer regarding needed repairs and material readiness.
- Managed over $1.75 million worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering And Mechanical Engineering
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05-2028
High School Diploma -
Dutchtown Highschool
Geismar, LA05-2009
Skills
- Personnel management
- Operational planning
- Building morale
- Training coordination
- Adaptability to changing environments
- Accustomed to high stress situations
- Identifying issues and finding practical solutions to improve processes and outcomes
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
01.2013 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering And Mechanical Engineering
Austin Peay State University
High School Diploma -
Dutchtown Highschool
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