Richard Tomlinson
Summary
Accomplished Operations Sergeant Major with a proven track record at 230th DLD, enhancing organizational efficiency and mission readiness through expert operational and personnel management. Skilled in logistics and staff mentoring, significantly improved mission outcomes and soldier welfare. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and strategic planning capabilities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Sergeant Major
230th DLD
04.2024 - Current
- Coordinated strategic planning efforts to align department goals with overall organizational objectives.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Ensured mission readiness with comprehensive planning, coordination, and execution of tasks.
- Facilitated communication between senior leadership and subordinates for clear understanding of directives and expectations.
HHT 1SG
HHT 1/278 ACR
11.2021 - 03.2024
- overseeing the management of all allocated human and material resources
- Senior Enlisted Advisor to the company commander
- ensuring the maintenance of organizational property
- manage training, logistics and administrative readiness
- managed health, welfare, morale, and discipline of over 134 Soldiers
1SG
A TRP 1/278 ACR
01.2020 - 11.2022
- serves as the primary advisor to the Commander on all enlisted issues and makes critical decisions in his absence
- responsible for the health, welfare, and professional development of officers and enlisted Soldiers in preparation for combat operations
- coordinates and sustains MWR activities for Soldiers
1SG
C TRP 1/278 ACR
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Senior adviser to the commander on administrative, sustainment, safety, morale, and welfare matters.
- Provide mentorship to all personnel on Army Values and Warrior Ethos.
- Oversee physical readiness and combat skills training
- maintain discipline
Armor Platoon Sergeant
A TRP 1/278 ACR
12.2012 - 07.2017
- Trained, supervised, and organized over 16 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.
Education
Primary Leadership Development Course
Camp Shelby, MSAssociate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN05.2023
Maneuver Senior Leaders Course
Camp Ripley, Minnesota08.2016
Basic Leaders Course
Camp Atterbury, IN06.2009
Infantry School
Camp Robinson, AR2005
Skills
- Operational Management
- Personnel Management
- Logistics Management
- Staff Mentoring
Affiliations
- Enlisted Association, Armor Association, Infantry Association
Timeline
Operations Sergeant Major
230th DLD
04.2024 - Current
HHT 1SG
HHT 1/278 ACR
11.2021 - 03.2024
1SG
A TRP 1/278 ACR
01.2020 - 11.2022
1SG
C TRP 1/278 ACR
07.2017 - 01.2020
Armor Platoon Sergeant
A TRP 1/278 ACR
12.2012 - 07.2017
Primary Leadership Development Course
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Volunteer State Community College
Maneuver Senior Leaders Course
Basic Leaders Course
Infantry School
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